How to clean your shisha

Like many smoking accessories, cleaning your hookah is necessary. This removes residues that could mold or give a bad taste experience during future sessions. On the other hand, the cleaner a hookah is, the longer its lifespan will also be!
When should you clean your hookah? What tools / hookah accessories are necessary? How to clean your hookah?
Here is a complete explanatory guide to help you.

Cleaning your hookah: instructions

To clean your hookah, it is essential to completely disassemble it. Be careful, if you are a beginner, it is recommended to take photos of your equipment before and during disassembly, so that you can reassemble your hookah without any trouble!

Once disassembled, empty the contents of your hookah (tobacco, fruits, etc.). Fill the sink or a basin with very hot water and add the cleaner according to the instructions on the product. Let it soak for 5 to 10 minutes.Normally, it is not necessary to use brushes if the hookah is cleaned regularly.

If specific products are not available, it is possible to use dishwashing liquid. Less powerful, brushes will therefore be useful to remove molasses or other residue from the walls. For those who do not want to use products, white vinegar diluted in water also works wonders! Only use hot water to clean your hookah.On one hand, this is more effective for removing deposits and on the other hand, it prevents thermal shocks.

It is also necessary to think about cleaning the "small parts" such as the hose (if it is washable!), as well as the seals. For this, a little water and soap should do the trick. Let each accessory dry on a sink or wipe them with a clean cloth. Once each piece is completely dry, it is time to reassemble your hookah to enjoy the next session!

What accessories or products are necessary to clean a hookah?

To proceed with cleaning your hookah, it is necessary to have a few essential accessories:

• A regular brush to clean the vase
• A long, thin brush to clean the stem
• A concentrated cleaning product (orange cleaner) or a cleaning powder

The brushes are quite specific. Indeed, a simple bottle brush will not allow you to properly scrub your hookah. On the other hand, cleaning products are recommended, as they remove deposits and residues effortlessly (or almost).

When to clean your hookah?

It is highly recommended to clean your hookah after each session, once the equipment has cooled down.

Several reasons for this:

• The aesthetic side: your hookah will be clean without stubborn residues or stains
• The cleanliness aspect: a washed hookah prevents the proliferation of microbes or germs
• The usage aspect: the pleasure of smoking a cleaned hookah is much more enjoyable than when your equipment is dirty or burdened with residue

As you can understand, regular cleaning is therefore more than necessary for the well-being of your hookah, but also yours!