How to Clean Bubble Bags

If you have stepped into the world of washing bubble hash then you may already be wondering if you can clean and reuse bubble bags. Being able to reuse bubble bags would save you money so who wouldn’t want that? There are safe and efficient ways to wash your bubble bags so you can use them time and time again. Let’s take a look at how to clean bubble bags.

Cold Water Method

The best way to wash your bubble bags is a cold water soak and spray. Do this IMMEDIATELY after collecting the hash from the bubble bag after a wash. The sooner you clean your bags with cold water, the more easily they will become free of residual trichomes and plant material.

NEVER use warm or hot water. This will cause the trichomes to melt and could clog the mesh. Cold water will keep the trichomes from melting so they can more easily be removed. It can be as simple as dipping your bubble bag into a bucket of cold water, shaking it to collect the trichomes at the bottom, then flipping it inside out to remove the trichomes fully.

If you find there are some tricky spots that did not come out with a cold water soak, try using a spray bottle with cold water. The added pressure may be enough to unclog that mesh. 

If there are particularly tough spots, you can try soaking the bags in cold water overnight then spraying them with cold water.

Deep Stains

Sometimes cold water just is not fully getting the job done. At this point you have a couple options for a deep clean.

You can try using isopropyl alcohol to gently scrub and remove stains. AVOID THE SEAMS. Iso alcohol will degrade the seams and compromise the integrity of your bubble bag.

Some people have found success using a special detergent called Alcojet which can be useful for removing tough spots. 

Dry and Storage

After cleaning your bubble bags, it is essential to let them AIR DRY. They need to be fully dry before you store them. Any leftover moisture leaves your bags susceptible to mold. 

Store your bags in a tote bag that is not airtight. This will also help to avoid mold growth. Keep the tote bag in a dry area, again to avoid mold growth. 

How to Clean Bubble Bags: Things to Avoid

• Cleaning with warm or hot water – can clog mesh with melted trichomes
• Soaking in rubbing alcohol – can degrade the seams of the bubble bag
• Cleaning the seams with rubbing alcohol – will degrade them
• Washing in a machine with detergent
• Drying with heat – can clog mesh with melted trichomes
• Store before letting the bubble bags fully dry – risk of mold growth

Cleaning Bubble Bags Before the First Use

It is best practice to clean your bubble bags before you use them for the first time. This will remove any unwanted material and help to rid the bags of loose fiber from the nylon mesh. 

To clean your bubble bags before their first use, spray them with cold water. Work your way  from top to bottom so that any debris collects at the bottom of the bag. Next, turn the bubble bag inside out and spray with cold water to remove the debris.

You do not need to let them dry before using them. If you are storing them again, you need to let them fully air dry before storage.

Summary of How to Clean Bubble Bags

Cleaning your bubble bags is a pretty simple process if you do it IMMEDIATELY after collecting the hash from the bag. It can save you money by reusing bags rather than buying a new set for each wash.

Only use cold water. Never warm or hot. Warm or hot water can melt the trichomes and clog the mesh. If a simple cold water soak does not fully do the job, try spraying the bags with cold water.

If you find there are some spots that just will not come out with a cold water wash, you can try using isopropyl alcohol. Gently rub the spots with a soft cloth. NEVER let iso alcohol come in contact with the seams of the bubble bag as they could degrade. 

Let your bubble bags fully air dry before storing them. Wet bubble bags could end up with mold which would make them unusable.