Best Stoner Tools
The right accessories make every session better. Here are the essential tools every enthusiast should have.
The Essential Toolkit for Every Session
Beyond the basics, the right accessories can dramatically improve your experience. Here's our curated list of the best tools every enthusiast should own.
1. Quality Grinder
A good grinder is the foundation of a great session. A 4-piece grinder with a kief catcher collects trichomes that fall through during grinding. Over time, the kief catcher fills up with potent material you can use later. Look for aluminum or titanium construction — plastic grinders wear down quickly and can contaminate your material.
2. Dab Tool / Dabber
If you use concentrates, a dab tool is non-negotiable. Use a proper stainless steel or titanium dabber — never your fingers. Silicone-tipped tools work great for sticky, softer concentrates.
3. Carb Cap
Essential for low-temperature dabbing. A carb cap covers your banger after loading your concentrate, trapping heat and creating convective airflow that vaporizes everything efficiently. Without a carb cap, you lose a significant amount of your concentrate to the air.
4. Isopropyl Alcohol + Cleaning Kit
Keep 91%+ isopropyl alcohol on hand. After every dab session, swab the banger while warm with a dry Q-tip (then an alcohol Q-tip if needed). This extends the life of your banger and keeps your flavor profile clean.
5. Torch (for Dabbing)
A quality butane torch provides consistent, controllable heat. Avoid weak, small kitchen lighters for dab nails — they don't get hot enough reliably. Refillable butane torches are economical and reliable.
6. Timer / Temperature Gauge
For consistent, low-temperature dabs, timing your cool-down is essential. An infrared thermometer pointed at your banger tells you exactly when it's in the ideal range (typically 350–450°F for quartz).
7. Storage Containers
Silicone containers are ideal for wax and concentrate storage — non-stick and easy to clean. Opaque glass jars work well for flower. Store concentrates in a cool, dark place to preserve potency and flavor.
8. Rolling Tray
A rolling tray keeps everything contained when grinding and rolling. Prevents waste and makes cleanup much easier.
9. Hemp Wick
Hemp wick burns cleaner and at a lower temperature than butane lighters. Use it to light joints and bowls for a purer flavor without butane taste.
10. Ash Catcher
An ash catcher attaches to your bong's downstem and adds an extra layer of filtration before smoke enters your main piece. Keeps your bong cleaner and hits smoother.
Find all these accessories at 535 Smoke Shop. Call (407) 778-1326 (24/7).