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About the Product
The Silver Fumed Glass Bowl is a handmade, 5-inch bong slide that changes colors with use. Its galaxy pattern evolves from golden yellows to deep blues, making each piece unique.
This isn't just another glass bowl; it's a piece of functional art with a dynamic personality. We designed this bowl for people who appreciate craftsmanship and a touch of magic. The glass surface is infused with pure silver, which reacts to use over time, changing its colors and revealing an intricate, galaxy-like pattern. Each bowl is carefully handmade from quality glass, giving you a special experience you won't find in mass-produced items.
This bowl is 5 inches long, giving it a comfortable feel and a good capacity. We built it to be a reliable and beautiful upgrade for your favorite water pipe. Since it's a handmade item, every bowl has small differences, which makes yours truly one-of-a-kind.
This handmade bowl features a living design that changes color with use.
- The bowl's appearance evolves from yellows and golds to deep blues and purples.
- It is crafted by hand, ensuring that no two pieces are identical.
- Silver fuming is a glassblowing technique that embeds real silver into the glass.
- Designed as a durable, 5-inch replacement or upgrade bowl.
Product Specifications
The word "fumed" describes a special glassblowing technique. It's what gives this bowl its signature color-changing ability. Here is a simple breakdown of how its features create a great visual benefit.
| Specification | Value | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Micro-thin layer of pure silver fumed into the glass surface. | This embedded metal layer refracts light in complex and unique ways. | You get a dynamic piece that changes from golden hues to deep cosmic blues as you use it. |
| Handmade construction by a glass artisan. | Each bowl has unique variations in fuming and shaping. | Your bowl is a one-of-a-kind piece of art, not just a standard accessory. |
| Durable borosilicate glass material. | Offers superior thermal shock resistance compared to standard glass. | The bowl is strong enough for regular use and cleaning without easily cracking from heat changes. |
| 5-inch total length. | Provides a substantial size for easy handling and a good herb capacity. | You get a comfortable, practical bowl that's easy to pack and pass. |
The value comes from the silver-infused glass creating a personalized, color-shifting effect.
- The color change is a result of light refracting through the fumed silver layer.
- Borosilicate glass ensures the piece can handle heat from repeated use.
- Its 5-inch length makes it a practical and user-friendly accessory.
What Features Make It A Great Choice?
Beyond its amazing color change, this bowl has several features that make it a great choice for daily use. We focused on durability, uniqueness, and a design that is both beautiful and functional.
Buyer's Checklist For A Fumed Bowl
- ✅ Fuming Metal: This bowl uses silver for cool tones (blues, purples, greens).
- ✅ Glass Type: Made from durable, heat-resistant borosilicate glass.
- ✅ Airflow: Designed with a properly sized hole for a smooth, consistent draw.
- ✅ Artisan Made: A handmade piece guarantees a unique "galaxy" pattern.
- ✅ Joint Size: Before buying, confirm the joint size of your water pipe for a perfect fit.
How Durable Is The Glass?
This bowl is crafted from high-quality borosilicate glass. This is the same type of glass used in science labs and high-end cookware because of its excellent resistance to heat changes. It can handle rapid temperature shifts, making it much less likely to crack than standard glass during use or cleaning.
What Does "Handmade" Mean For This Bowl?
"Handmade" means that a skilled artisan individually crafted your bowl, not a machine. The glassblower carefully applied the silver fuming and shaped the bowl, giving each piece its own distinct spiral and "galaxy" pattern. While all bowls share the same core design, no two are ever identical.
Its borosilicate build and handmade nature ensure a durable, unique bowl.
- Borosilicate glass provides high resistance to heat-related stress and cracks.
- The handmade process ensures your bowl has a one-of-a-kind pattern.
- A buyer's checklist helps confirm it meets key quality standards for a fumed piece.
How Does It Compare To Other Glass Bowls?
While a basic bowl gets the job done, this silver fumed piece offers a better experience. It combines the reliability of a standard bowl with the look of a custom art piece. Here’s how it compares to other common options in the under-$30 price range.
| Feature | Silver Fumed Galaxy Bowl | Basic Clear Glass Bowl | Colored Glass Bowl | Themed Character Bowl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Dynamic, color-changing "galaxy" | Simple and transparent | Static, single color | Fixed novelty shape |
| Uniqueness | High (Handmade) | Low (Mass-produced) | Low (Mass-produced) | Medium |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass | Varies, often standard glass | Borosilicate or standard glass | Varies, often standard glass |
| Best For | A unique daily driver with flair | A functional, no-frills replacement | Adding a simple pop of color | Expressing a specific interest |
This bowl offers the uniqueness of a heady piece at a more accessible price point.
- Unlike standard bowls, its appearance is dynamic and changes over time.
- It provides a significant aesthetic upgrade over basic clear or colored glass bowls.
- Built from reliable borosilicate glass, a feature not always standard in novelty bowls.
How Do I Clean A Fumed Glass Bowl?
Good cleaning is important for any glass piece, but it's extra special for a fumed bowl. Keeping your bowl clean ensures the best performance and also brings back its vibrant, color-shifting look.
How Can Cleaning Restore A Fumed Bowl's Colors?
The "color change" effect happens because of the way light passes through the fumed silver and the resin that slowly builds up. After heavy use, a thick layer of resin can cover the fuming, making the bowl look dark. A thorough cleaning removes this buildup, "resetting" the visual effect and bringing back the bright, golden, and light-blue colors of the clean fumed glass.
Regular cleaning is key to maintaining both function and the color-changing effect.
- Cleaning removes resin buildup that can obscure the fumed glass colors.
- A clean bowl brings back the initial bright hues of the silver fuming.
- Use a proper glass cleaning solution to avoid scratching or damaging the piece.
What Should I Know Before And After Use?
To get the most out of your Silver Fumed Bowl, knowing a few things helps. Before buying, make sure it fits. After using it, take a moment to enjoy how its design slowly changes.
- Before Use: Check Your Joint Size. Glass bowls come in different joint sizes (like 10mm, 14mm, and 18mm). Before ordering, check the joint size and gender of your water pipe to be sure this bowl will create a secure, airtight seal.
- After Use: Watch the Colors Evolve. The magic of fumed glass is watching it develop its own unique look. After each session, you may notice the colors shifting slightly. This slow change is part of the ownership experience, as the bowl becomes personalized to you.
Ensure compatibility before use and enjoy the color evolution after.
- Always match the bowl's joint size to your water pipe for correct function.
- The appearance of fumed glass is designed to change slowly with use.
What Else Should I Consider?
If you're upgrading your setup, the bowl is just one part. The right accessories can complete your experience. Browse our full collection of slides to see other styles or find pieces that go with your new fumed bowl.
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