5 Tips for Sanitizing Your Cannabis Gear Against COVID-19

COVID-19 has affected millions of lives and changed people's daily habits, both in this country and others. One thing we are doing more is sanitizing and cleaning. On its website, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention even has a comprehensive guide to disinfection.

Many have become more conscious of how often they wash things they use every day. Cannabis gear should get the same treatment; like dinnerware or water bottles, your pipe or bong needs disinfecting. 

These products frequently touch your hands and lips, so you should include them in your list of household items to sanitize. Whether you use a gravity dab, a bubbler rig, or something else, here are steps to take when caring for your cannabis equipment.

Maintain physical distancing even if you're healthy

Physical distancing is not just for people infected with the coronavirus. When you follow this precaution, you protect the elderly and people with weak immune systems. You can be free from symptoms and still carry the virus, so avoiding social interaction is crucial in stemming transmission.

It means canceling beauty treatments and elective medical procedures, working out alone or at home, and avoiding large gatherings for the time being. You should also keep a healthy distance between you and other people when out on essential errands like grocery shopping.

Don't forget to clean your grinder thoroughly

You likely touch cannabis nugs with your bare hands before packing them into a grinder. Even if you practice frequent handwashing, you cannot be sure that you do it before each time you use this device. Stay on the safe side and perform regular deep cleaning on grinders you use.

What's more, sanitizing your stash will let you de-gunk resin, which can lead to a cleaner mouthfeel and better sessions.

Concentrate on the glass parts of your equipment

Cannabis consumers have different setups; some prefer water bongs with percolators, while those who are fond of concentrates are always on the lookout for the best new dab rig.

Clean glass products with at least a 70 percent alcohol solution; according to the CDC, these perform well against coronaviruses. For a deep clean, you can use a 99 percent isopropyl solution, and some coarse salt. Be careful with this, though; small amounts of 99 percent alcohol are not dangerous, but prolonged exposure can cause irritation and corrosion.

Refrain from relying solely on oils and similar products

While homeopathy could improve your general wellbeing, do not rely on organic products when disinfecting against COVID-19. Products like tea tree oils and distilled vinegar are not as effective against the coronavirus.

Use elbow grease on handheld vaporizers

Just like grinders and glass pieces, you should also clean vaporizers. Since the vapor, which is warm, interacts with cooler parts of the device, it creates condensation. This process creates resinous sediment, which sticks to the device. The more buildup there is, the slower your device, and the airflow gradually gets blocked. 

Apart from rendering your device useless, sediment can also be a trap for bacteria and viruses. Prevent these things from happening by including the vaporizer in your cleaning routine. You can sanitize this tool with cotton swabs and a 99 percent solution.

Conclusion

If you are healthy, it can be tempting to ignore health and safety precautions. However, COVID-19 does not behave predictably; it can hit even people who seem to have robust immune systems. Protect yourself by disinfecting all your personal belongings regularly, including devices you use for cannabis.

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