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What is sacred geometry and why do you use it on your logos/shirts/etc?

Sacred geometry is geometry or sequences that nature uses in just about everything; from how atoms are formed to the ways tree grow. It’s the math behind nature, and it’s very pleasing to the eye.  We find it our way of life

How do you clean a stone or crystal pipe?

Alcohol can still work great, but it can be harsh on some minerals.  We suggest using hot water and salt.  If you want to add a little more power, sometimes it is nice to add 1-2 tbl spoons of alcohol 91%.  Let is soak for 20 minutes to a few hours.  Depending how dirty your …

What is uranium glass?

Learn more in our blog Uranium does have uranium salts in it, and is uv reactive.  This type of glass was started around the 1800’s and around 1880 it started to gain massive popularity.  It is also known as vaseline glass.    Can it be used in multiple different types of glass?  Yes, it is …

How can you choose the correct size of str8 or pelican case for your piece?

Measure the height and width and depth of your piece and add about half an inch to each dimension for the padding of the case to protect your piece

Do you need a lathe to make a 2 foot waterpipe?

The simple answer is no, but a lathe will cut the time down, as well as make the job MUCH MORE bearable.  Beakers and bubble bottoms get HOT! and by hand, it can be overwhelming.  At Elev8 Premier, we try to use a lathe when we can as it also helps to make a much …

When did glass pipes overtake ceramic and metal pipes as the preferred method of smoking?

We feel this happened about 20 years ago when Bog Snodgrass started making them.  As people seen them there was no reason to use a metal or any other type of pipe.  It started with the gold and silver fuming creating the color changer!  We feel this was about the late 1990’s

When was the switch made from slides to glass on glass joints being the standard?

Well, this was a slow transition over many years.  We feel about the mid 2000’s is when this started to transition.  

How does the Firefly vape work?

Like all flower vapes it uses heat to extract the oils in the flower.  The oven or heater gets hot and heats up the herbs that will heat up allowing the oils to vaporizer off of them. You can learn more about how vapes work in our blog

Do we take out of state glass repairs? If so, how does it work?

Yes, the best way is to send them to our website to learn more and let the customer service rep take over.  You can order just the product fix here.

Can you replace grinder screens for customers?

Yes, you must buy a new screen and we will replace it for you.