Common Mistakes Hookah Enthusiasts Make!

Hookah smoking is an enjoyable pastime, but it's easy to develop some bad habits from the very beginning. Today,

is here to help you identify these bad habits and break them!

1. Burning Hookah Charcoal is Dangerous

Burning charcoal is serious business! It can easily catch fire if dropped on the carpet. Moving burning charcoal is even more dangerous.

We hope everyone can break this bad habit.

2. Don't use tongs to handle multiple pieces of charcoal at once.

It's best to use a charcoal rack. First, transfer all the burning charcoal to the rack, then carefully transfer it from the rack to the bowl.

When using tongs, be sure to grip the top and bottom of the coals, not the sides. Otherwise, excessive charcoal fragments will fall out.

Always be careful while enjoying your shisha!

3. Unclean water is dangerous

Everyone wants to slack off a bit sometimes, but doing so in the long run can harm your hookah. In such cases,

it's especially important to change the water in your hookah. Every time you use it, some odor will linger in the water.

If the water isn't changed for a long time, it can easily breed mold, which can be very harmful to your health if inhaled.

If your hookah shaft is exposed to water for a long time, it will rust or develop mineral deposits.

Change the water after every use! Trust me, it's worth it.

4. Don't skimp on making your hookah!

Making your hookah is an art form. Different pipes and different brands of hookah require different methods to perfectly capture their charm.

If you simply throw your hookah into the pipe without paying attention, it won't be very good. Sure, you'll get some smoke, but the flavor won't be great,

it might burn, and you might not have a strong puff. For arranging your paste, refer to last week's post.

Paul provides step-by-step instructions for optimal placement.

5. Lazy Foil Stretching

Using aluminum foil correctly is crucial for a great hookah experience. Its purpose is to suspend the coals above the bowl and regulate the airflow and heat through the hookah.

To achieve a tight, drum-like shape, the holes should be uniformly sized and circumferential around the bowl. The method of punching holes can be tailored to your preference,

and you're encouraged to experiment until you find the method that works best for you. Keeping the foil as taut as possible is key here; taking a few seconds to carefully craft it can make a huge difference.

Use Well-Lit Shisha Charcoal

The main issue among these bad habits? It's the urge to rush through the process of preparing your hookah.

While a thorough preparation process does take time, it's well worth it.

When it comes to lighting your hookah charcoal, choose well-lit charcoal. Using unlit charcoal will result in a terrible taste and uneven heating.

Most importantly, when your charcoal is initially lit, especially quickly, it can emit a somewhat unpleasant flavor.

Leave the coals on the burner until they are completely covered in ash and glowing red.

Careless Hose Treatment

Every time you smoke a hookah, the slightest puff can cause those hot coals to fly or your hookah to fall to the ground.

The hookah hose is an extension of the hookah itself and should be treated as such.

The hose connects to hot coals and fragile glass. When smoking, pay attention to the hose's knot-free design,

hose length, and overall stability. Remember these things, avoid careless swinging of the hose,

and respect your hookah for safe and enjoyable hookah smoking.

Too Much Water in the Hookah

A hookah needs plenty of water, but it needs to be kept just right. Too much water can cause water to soak into the hookah's core and hose,

which can cause the gear to deteriorate over time. If you enjoy your hookah with too much water,

it will soak the bowl during use, completely ruining the flavor.