Spring is here and that means it’s time to start cleaning out the house after a long and cold winter. But there’s only one problem: spring cleaning sucks. No one wants to vacuum, declutter, and get rid of all the things that have piled up since winter. No! You’d much rather catch up on your favorite show! So, how can you make spring cleaning more fun? With a little weed from your favorite Denver dispensary. Here’s how cannabis can help you power through your spring cleaning quickly and easily.

Helps Make Repetitive Tasks Enjoyable
Some strains leave you feeling glued to the couch, but others make you want to do things! And pot has a way of making even the most repetitive and mundane tasks more enjoyable. The more fun you have while you’re working, the faster you finish the job. Even better, when you’re enjoying the repetitive tasks, you’ll take care to get them done to the best of your ability. This means you’ll end up cleaning each area more thoroughly than you would if you were cleaning without the help of cannabis.

Lets You Focus
It may seem counterintuitive, but pot can help you focus and get things done more quickly. In fact, it’s even been linked to improved study habits with the right strain. And this is especially true for people who already smoke regularly. Without pot, it’s easy to get distracted when you’re trying to do something you really don’t want to deal with. The more you can focus on the task at hand, the sooner you’ll be able to move onto something you really enjoy. Besides, you might find that cleaning is enjoyable when you have something to change your mindset. 

You Notice the Details
For many smokers, pot increases your ability to notice the smallest details. When you’re cleaning, this means you’ll get rid of grime that you’d normally overlook. Everyone has parts of the house they don’t like to clean and, as a result, grime and dust build up more quickly. Since you don’t like cleaning those areas, you start to overlook them every week. But with the help of cannabis, you’ll notice the buildup and have the motivation to take care of it in the first place. The result is a much cleaner home and one that can go another few months before its next deep cleaning. 

Get Ready for Spring Cleaning
Getting ready for spring cleaning doesn’t have to mean psyching yourself up into an all-day cleaning session. Instead, grab your cleaning supplies, pick a room, and smoke a bowl. After a few hits, you’ll be ready to tackle everything each room can throw your way.

Just make sure you’re stocked up and ready to go. Stop by one of our three convenient locations and pick up your favorite strain for the job. Not a huge smoker? Not a problem. We’ve got plenty of edibles and tinctures that are sure to please. Just let our budtenders know what you’re looking for and we’ll help you find the best cannabis for your preferences.
 

Summer is the perfect season for taking a road trip through Colorado. And since weed is legal, we know you’ll be bringing your favorite cannabis from the best dispensary in Denver. Though you’re free to travel throughout the state, we want you to be safe while you enjoy everything Colorado has to offer. Here are a few simple tips to help you make the most of your summer road trip this year. 

Don’t Drive While High
Believe it or not, using any THC-containing cannabis product before getting behind the wheel can earn you a DUI. That’s right…driving while high counts as driving under the influence! The best thing you can do is commit to only driving while sober. You can light up once you reach your destination! Alternatively, you can travel with a buddy and take turns being the designated driver. Besides, road trips are always more fun with friends!

Keep Your Stash Away from the Driver’s Seat
This is good advice no matter what kind of substance you’re hauling, be it a case of craft beer or your favorite weed. Give the police no reason to question your sobriety when you’re driving, especially if you’re driving with fragrant bud. Stick your stash in the trunk with your luggage. In Colorado, weed has to be in plain sight and in an unsealed container to warrant police action. If it’s in the trunk, you won’t have to worry about whether you opened the pack last night.

Check Out the Local Dispensaries
When you’re at home, you have your go-to dispensary, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try new places when you’re travelling. You might just find products to recommend to your local dispensary! So, plan it out. Make note of dispensaries in the area and stop by when you have a minute. This way, you won’t have to worry about running out of your favorite product on the road and if you break your pipe, you’ll be able to find a replacement fast!

Stay in the State
Unfortunately, marijuana isn’t legal in most states and that includes the states surrounding Colorado. When planning your road trip, make sure you’re keeping your travels behind state lines. Any cannabis product is illegal when you cross the border. Worse, you could end up facing drug trafficking charges, even if you’re using the weed for yourself. Stay within the state and if you decide to travel across state lines, leave your stash behind. Remember, it’s cheaper to toss and replace your stash than it is to pay the penalty for a felony drug charge.

Stock Up for Your Trip
When you’re planning your trip, remember to draw up a shopping list and head to your local dispensary. Stock up before you leave so you’ll have everything you need to enjoy your trip. At Altitude, we’ll make sure you leave our dispensary with everything you need to enjoy your high. Stop by one of our three locations and pick up the bud, tinctures, and edibles you need to make the most of your summer road trip. 
 

Some highs are great for spending time on the couch and watching an unending stream of your favorite Netflix shows. But others leave you wanting to be a bit more active. We’re not talking about the “get out there and exercise” kind of active…more the type where you engage your brain and keep yourself entertained. It all depends on the type of cannabis you buy from your favorite Denver dispensary. 

If you’re feeling creative, why not decorate your smoking gear? Here are a few simple ideas to get you started. But remember…the only limit is your imagination!

Make Your Lighter Stand Out
Have you ever gone to a friend’s house and set your lighter down only to have a hard time telling it from the others on the table? You’re not alone. And this craft will get rid of that troublesome problem. All you need to do is decorate your lighter.

Grab your favorite sticker and wrap it around the body. If you want a custom design, use acrylic paint or puff paint and create unique patterns on the plastic. You can also use decorative washi tape for an easy peel and stick decoration that your high mind won’t struggle with. Once you’re done, you’ll have a unique lighter that will be easy to find at parties and gatherings.

Upgrade Your Stash Box
That shoebox serving as your stash box won’t impress anyone, but we’ve all been there. After all, you’d rather spend your money on cannabis rather than a fancy stash box in the store. That doesn’t mean you can’t make that shoebox look great. 

Grab some glue and your favorite wrapping paper lurking in the back closet. If you don’t have any, grab a paper grocery bag and a few markers or some craft paint. Cut the paper so it wraps around the body of the box neatly and glue it down. Repeat the same process with the lid. Remember, you don’t want to wrap the box shut—if you do, you’ll have to start over. 

Cut up another into small panels that fit inside your stash box. Use these to create dividers to organize your stash. You can dedicate a space for your smoking devices, another for your lighters, and even separate your bud by strain. The more organized you keep your box, the easier it is to find what you need when you need it most.

Breathe New Life Into Your Bong
When you first started smoking, you probably bought a plain pipe or bong. Instead of getting rid of it, decorate it! Use high-quality glass and bead glue to  set rhinestones, beads, and any other decorative touches to the sides of the pipe or bong. Take care to use a minimal amount of glue. It doesn’t take much and if you use too much at once, you’ll coat the surface of the pipe with adhesive. 

Before you can have a good crafting session when you’re high, you need the right weed. Stop by one of our three convenient locations and pick up a bud, concentrate or edible today. We promise you’ll find the right product for your preferences. 
 

Bongs, pipes, hookahs, and vapes are all great ways to enjoy cannabis. And while these methods are incredibly popular, they’re not the most common way of getting high. Rolling a joint is still the preferred method for millions of smokers. But if you’ve never rolled your own in the past, getting started can feel a bit intimidating. Not only do you have to properly grind your weed and roll the joint, you need to have the right tools in place. Nothing is more important than picking the right rolling papers. We’ve put together a simple guide to help you pick the best type.

Rice Papers
Believe it or not, some rolling papers are made out of rice, making them a great choice for smokers looking to better taste their weed. Rice has virtually no flavor, letting the pure taste of the cannabis shine through. Though they’re thin, they burn incredibly slowly so you get more of the good stuff and lose less to the ash-tray. 

But there are downsides. Since they’re slow-burning, they need to be relit often. This makes it tough if you’re smoking on your own, but you shouldn’t have too much trouble if you’re passing a joint at a party. Their thinness means they’re harder to roll without tearing.

Hemp Papers
Hemp rolling papers are quickly growing in popularity and you’ll be able to find them at most dispensaries and headshops. Hemp papers are easy to roll and slightly textured, giving you a better grip when you’re first starting out with rolling. They burn slightly faster than rice papers, but slow enough to let your weed last for as many hits as possible. Unlike rice, they do have a slight sweet taste. For some smokers, this enhances the flavor of the pot. But for others, it’s distracting and detracts from the strain.

Wood Pulp
Wood pulp papers are the standard papers used by most smokers. They’re thick and easy to manipulate, making them perfect for learning to roll the perfect joint. Though common, they’re not the best choice for rolling. Wood pulp burns quickly and has a harsh aftertaste. For most people, starting with wood pulp papers is fine, but you’ll eventually want to make the switch to hemp or rice papers. 

As Your Skills Improve 
When you’re first starting to learn how to roll the perfect joint, you’ll want to use a thicker and stiffer paper, like wood pulp. But because they interfere with the taste of the pot, most smokers move on as soon as they master their technique. Other papers will give you a superior experience. Keep in mind that all papers will have some type of flavor, however mild it might be. If you’re looking for the purest smoking experience, a bong or pipe will be the best choice.

High-quality cannabis deserves high quality rolling papers. If you’re not sure which ones are best for your preferences, stop by Altitude Dispensary. We carry only the highest quality smoking accessories so you can enjoy your favorite strain and all the flavors it has to offer. Stop by one of our three Denver-area locations today and join our loyalty program to save on every purchase.  
 

When it comes to smoking weed from your favorited Denver dispensary, you have tons of options. You can roll a joint, pack a pipe, vape, or reach for the good ol’ fashioned bong. But when you’re ready to start building your own collection of cannabis gear, you need to pick tools that speak to you. So, how do you even start? After all, a bong is a bong, right? Not exactly. As with any smoking method, it’s a matter of personal preference. So, read on…we’re gonna go over what you need to know to pick the perfect bong.

Think About Your Lung Capacity
Larger bongs deliver larger hits while smaller bongs deliver smaller hits. Is larger better? Well, it depends on your lung capacity. If you have the tendency to take long drags off a joint or know you can fill your lungs with air and hold it for a while, a large bong is your best option. But if you’re relatively new to smoking or have some upper respiratory conditions (we hear you, allergy sufferers) go with a smaller bong. This will let you still enjoy the smoking experience without wasting a bunch of your favorite bud in the process.

How Clumsy Are You?
Accidents happen all the time. And nothing is worse than spending money on a high-quality glass bong only to see it shattered on your floor. Before you throw money down on a piece, think about how clumsy you are. Take a look at your kitchen cups. Are most of them plastic because all of your glassware broke? Then you might want to avoid buying a glass bong. But guess what! They make silicon bongs for a reason! These incredibly durable smoking apparatuses are easy to clean and won’t shatter on impact. This means you’re free to leave the piece on your coffee table without worrying about it breaking when you inevitably bump the table.

What’s Your Budget?
You can spend anywhere from $10 to $300 on a bong. It all depends on the types of materials, features, and designs you’re looking for. Before you head to the store and start browsing, think about what you’re willing to spend. If you’re looking for a long-term investment, a higher price will get you a higher quality piece. But if you’re looking for something convenient to use or don’t want to blow an entire paycheck at once, go for something cheaper. Remember, as long as it gives you a good hit and keeps your lungs happy, the bong is worth it. 

A bong is one of the best smoking devices any stoner can have in their arsenal. But finding the right one can be tough. Every device is different and delivers a unique smoking experience. The best way to find the right choice for your smoking preference is to ask for advice.

At Altitude, we use our products and can explain the nuances of the bongs we sell. Don’t hesitate to ask our budtenders for advice the next time you stop by one of our locations.