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How to Clean a Quartz Banger

Here’s how to clean a quartz banger or nail 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 fruit extracts and minerals only. 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. Let the banger cool completely before handling. Never put cold liquid on hot quartz.
  2. Remove the banger from the rig.
  3. Use a cotton swab to wipe out any loose residue.
  4. Place it in a small jar or bag with enough Green Piece to submerge it.
  5. Soak, shaking occasionally.
  6. Wipe the inside of the bucket with a cotton swab or soft 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

A few minutes for light residue; up to about 8 hours for dark, baked-on 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

  • Quick swabbing after each session keeps soaks short.
  • Make sure the banger is completely dry before heating it again.

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Non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Made with fruit extracts and minerals only. Alcohol-free, reusable, fresh orange scent. Bottles and formula made in the USA.

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