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How to Clean a Silicone Pipe or Bong

Here’s how to clean a silicone pipe, bong or dab container with Green Piece, an alcohol-free (no isopropyl) cleaner with a fresh orange scent. It’s reusable, so you pour it back in the bottle when you’re done.

Made with orange peel extract in a citrus and mineral-based formula. Non-toxic, environmentally friendly and alcohol-free (no isopropyl).

What you need

  • Green Piece cleaner
  • Warm water
  • Nylon brushes (tube and mini brushes)
  • Silicone plugs, or a sealable bag or jar for small parts
  • A funnel to pour the cleaner back

Steps

  1. Take apart any removable parts, including glass bowls or inserts.
  2. Rinse with warm water.
  3. Place the silicone parts in a bag or container, or fill the piece directly after plugging openings.
  4. Add enough Green Piece to cover the residue.
  5. Soak, squeezing or flexing the silicone a few times to loosen buildup.
  6. Brush any creases with a soft nylon brush.
  7. Pour the used Green Piece back into the bottle through a funnel. The liquid is reusable, so keep it for the next clean.
  8. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until no cleaner or loosened residue remains, then let the piece air dry.

Soak time

Usually a few minutes; up to about 8 hours for heavy buildup.

Rinse

Rinse with warm water until no cleaner or loosened residue remains. A drop of dish soap is optional. Let the piece air dry fully before using it.

Tips

  • Avoid metal brushes or sharp tools on silicone so you don’t scratch or cut it.
  • Flexing the silicone during the soak helps lift residue from folds.

Get Green Piece

Non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Made with orange peel extract in a citrus and mineral-based formula. Alcohol-free, reusable, fresh orange scent. Bottles and formula made in the USA.

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Brushes and scrubbers in our bundles are made in China.

Also great on jewelry and for removing sticky adhesive residue, like leftover label, sticker and tape gunk.