When you’re filling the bong with water, pour the water directly into the mouthpiece (the open part at the top of the bong). If you need to find a high-quality bong, you can find them online at Headshop.
If you’re using a grinder, take the lid off and place 2 or 3 buds of cannabis in between the grinder’s teeth. Close the lid and twist the lid back and forth to grind up the cannabis inside. [1] X Research source
Don’t pack the cannabis too tightly or air won’t be able to pass through it. If the cannabis looks pressed down or compacted in the bowl, use something small and thin like a paper clip to stir it up and loosen it. If you’re smoking alone, don’t pack the bowl more than half full. You can always pack more later. If you’re smoking with friends, pack the bowl so the cannabis comes up to the rim of the bowl. Don’t pack it any higher or some could fall out as you’re smoking.
Make sure the area you’re sitting in is free of any flammable objects.
If you’re new to smoking bongs, only fill the smoke chamber halfway with smoke for your first few tries so you don’t overwhelm yourself. [4] X Research source
If you can’t inhale the smoke in the chamber all at once, take your mouth off the mouthpiece and cover the mouthpiece with the palm of your hand so the smoke doesn’t escape. When you’re ready to inhale the rest of the smoke, remove your hand and quickly put your mouth back on the mouthpiece.
If you’re all done with the bong, remove the bowl and pour out the water. Thoroughly rinse the bong and place it in a safe spot where it won’t get damaged.
