Sploofs: How To Make Them
The strong aromas of cannabis are one of its most popular features. The pungent smells of skunk, fuel, fruits, herbs and spices can tantalize your nose from the moment you open the jar to your first inhale or exhale. Whether you’re a smoker, vaper, bonger or dabber, you likely have a personal favorite smell for raw buds – but nothing hits quite like the scents of smoke or vapor from your favorite, fragrant buds.
What is a sploof?
Even though the name of this invention sounds like something from a Dr. Seuss book, people have been using homemade smoke bombs for decades. These sneaky stoners have been smoking weed during the dark days of “Reefer Madness” when the government was all worried about the supposed evils of marijuana.
Cannabis advocates have had to be smart about using cannabis because society has generally been against them. Stigma against cannabis still exists, even though the facts show that cannabis has become an important part of Canadian culture and society. Some people just can’t get over their negative feelings about cannabis, and those of us who use it have to be careful because of it.
Because of the negative stereotypes of pot smokers, people have had to rely on their creativity and innovation to get by. Some example of this are homemade smoke buddies, which came about through some quick thinking and practical application. Thanks to their ingenuity, we can get our smoke on indoors at the drop of a hat with homemade sploofs or professionally made weed sploofs.
A sploof is a device that helps to reduce the smell of cannabis smoke or vapor. It consists of a cylinder, a filter, and sometimes special ventilation ports. The filter material is usually perforated, and it can be as simple as a dryer sheet or as complex as a multi-layered, carbon filter.
Making your own smoke masks is a cost-effective way to avoid getting caught smoking in public. You can use many common items around the house, like sheets and filters, to create masks that will help you to avoid being seen smoking. There is a lot of creativity involved in making these masks, so be sure to come up with some creative ideas to help you avoid getting caught.
Stoners are very creative and hardworking people. They have come up with a lot of ideas for homemade smoke masks. But don’t stop there! If you have a better idea for a smoke mask, please let us know. We would also love to see your cannabis-inspired ideas on social media.
What you’ll need
Cardboard roll, plastic tube or non-flammable cylinder*
*be careful with metal or cloth, as they can heat up or catch fire if you’re not careful
Scissors and/or knife
Rubber bands, twist ties or easy-fastening wiring
Dryer sheets, activated charcoal filters or any kind of perforated filter sheet (cheesecloth, etc)
How to make a sploof
If you’re using a homemade sploof to try and prevent smoke-related health problems, cutting the tube/bottle/cylinderlength can help improve the efficacy of the device. Shorter tubes are typically better because the smoke won’t collect and leak out the sides, while longer tubes can be effective if they include multiple filtration stages.
For optimum air flow, pack the dryer sheets into the tube/bottle tightly, but leave some room for air to circulate. For activated charcoal sheets, you’ll need to do one additional step and place them in a bag before filling the tube/bottle.
We thoroughly rinse the activated charcoal sheets to make sure no more gray dust/particles escape.
When you’re finished filling your tube or bottle with filters, make sure to seal the end with a final sheet/filter. Make sure the seal is tight and there are no tears or rips on the filter.
Some smokers prefer to fix the mouthpiece of their sploof. This is an optional step that is more work than is absolutely necessary, but it does make for a more efficient inhale and exhale. If you’re using a tube, taping around the end of the cardboard or plastic can make it so your saliva doesn’t start to break down the cylinder material. We recommend duct tape or electricians tape – any kind that is more water-resistant. If you’re using a bottle sploof, then the opening acts like a pretty good mouthpiece already. That being said, some savvy smokers have been known to affix mouthpieces from pipes or bongs to the bottle opening for an extra layer of comfort and functionality.
Here is how to make your own homemade sploof. It is easy to do and can help you get out of a tight spot. Some people use them to reduce the amount of smoke or odors in their home.
There are plenty of reasons to choose to make your own sploof or purchase one online. They are a convenient and helpful way to enjoy cannabis, and nothing is more important than that.
What is sploof weed?
There are a variety of strains that can produce a strong odor, but you don’t have to use them with your DIY sploof. There are also devices called vaporizers that produce less odor, which makes them a better choice if you want to stay discreet.
Vaping is a great way to get your weed without having to be seen or heard. Vaporizers are discreet, mobile, and easy to charge, so you can use them anywhere and anytime you want. They also come in a variety of prices, so you can find one that fits your budget.
There are many ways to sneak a smoke or two, whether you choose to stick to vaping indoors or try your hand at a homemade smoke buddy. Always respect the preferences of others when you’re sneaking around for a toke, but remember you have rights too and it’s nobody’s right to tell you “there’s no cannabis allowed here”. These days, this is the age of weed freedom!
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