sicklecow Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I'm sure this is a common question, but I did a forum search and couldn't find it discussed here.Which do you all prefer to use, a metal charcoal screen or tinfoil? What are the advantages/disadvantages of each?'preciate it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShishaFred Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I'd say the only advantage of a metal screen are the easy setup ?Have'nt tried one myself , but personally , I like the more traditionnal aspect of foil and...Poking holes with a toothpick is SERIOUS fun !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scheetz Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 check out this thread. the pole is broken now, but you can still read through it.http://www.hookahforum.com/index.php?&...e=show&st=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicklecow Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 Awesome, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanguineSolitude Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 yeah theres a search feature for a reason guys. its find if you want direct advice to make a new thread, but if its just info youre seeking then the search probably will help you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicklecow Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 QUOTE (SanguineSolitude @ Dec 14 2006, 07:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>yeah theres a search feature for a reason guys. its find if you want direct advice to make a new thread, but if its just info youre seeking then the search probably will help youQUOTE (me in the OP)I'm sure this is a common question, but I did a forum search and couldn't find it discussed here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scheetz Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 well, I wont lie, the search is pretty terrible. You just need to go to the second and third pages.and in reference to my post. Thats nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanguineSolitude Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 (edited) http://www.hookahforum.com/index.php?act=S...=%2Bfoil+screen 7 topics out of those 20 talk about screens and foil comparison.i know its hard to use the search, and heck i dont always do it. i guess im just giving you a hard time.FOIL FTW! Edited December 14, 2006 by SanguineSolitude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yashman19 Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 QUOTE (Scheetz @ Dec 14 2006, 11:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>well, I wont lie, the search is pretty terrible. You just need to go to the second and third pages.and in reference to my post. Thats nice.I'll admit, the search isn't that easy to use, but I've found that if you use the advanced search, and change your options so your searched phrase only shows threads matching the same words in the thread title only, your search will get narrowed down much more. Then you won't get a bajillion threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[LB] Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 the screens get rusty, its simpler to get a big box of foil that you can use a million times- plus you can customize the pattern of your holes, and if you use a bigger bowl you can use that. I cant use the charcoal screen on my bowl cause its a fat bowl and i likes it like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerodynamic Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I know, most forum searches suck...How about we sticky some of these topics some place? Bases, waterlevels, what to look for in a hookha, what kind of hoses, bowls/funnels, ice chambers, wind covers, how pack pack a bowl, (dos and donts), etc.I know on most car forums I visit they have a FAQ for noobs concerning common problems (like bimmerforums--calcartman could explain that too xD) that many owners face. We should do the same. We should make a culmination of all our hookha knowledge and make a FAQ, then sticky it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerodynamic Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 Sorry for getting off topic..... to the OP, foil FTW!I tried using a screen, and... meh, it didn't hit nearly as good as the foil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicklecow Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 All in good fun, Sanguine. Do you guys know if the charcoal screens (like those that SS sells) would fit the Large Ceramic bowls from SS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicklecow Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 QUOTE (Zerodynamic @ Dec 14 2006, 07:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I know, most forum searches suck...How about we sticky some of these topics some place? Bases, waterlevels, what to look for in a hookha, what kind of hoses, bowls/funnels, ice chambers, wind covers, how pack pack a bowl, (dos and donts), etc.I know on most car forums I visit they have a FAQ for noobs concerning common problems (like bimmerforums--calcartman could explain that too xD) that many owners face. We should do the same. We should make a culmination of all our hookha knowledge and make a FAQ, then sticky it.I second the motion (not that I have any experiences to add, but it would definitely be helpful for n00blets like me). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanguineSolitude Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 hmm a noob section would be a good idea. with stickied foil vs. screens and beginner questions.and i dont think a screen fits the large ceramic. but luckily it doesnt matter cuz foils better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaRose Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 I like foil because I don't have to clean it, I can just through it out. Also I fould it hard to keep my metal screens clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ioannisds Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 QUOTE (sicklecow @ Dec 15 2006, 12:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>All in good fun, Sanguine. Do you guys know if the charcoal screens (like those that SS sells) would fit the Large Ceramic bowls from SS?No, they don't. I mean, you can get the tabs bent around the bowl, but there ends up being a small space between the edge of the screen and the rim of the bowl. Go with foil man. I started with screens, tried foil once, and never looked back. Now where's mushrat to tell us how awesome screens with a wind cover are... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worr lord Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 I've found foil to be easier, and work just as good. I don't like cleaning screens, replacing screens, or trying to modify them to fit different bowls or work with wind screens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 I use screens because its hard to get the foil on my bowl. Btw I use a pyrex glass bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djnick Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 foil is better, easier to manage heat and you can poke holes however u want. Screen is good but is done after a few uses, gets rusty and dirty fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicklecow Posted December 15, 2006 Author Share Posted December 15, 2006 I've read that with a screen, you want to pack your tobacco tighter than if you're using foil. What's the rationale for this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvansLight Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 As for the major debate on screen vs foil heres what i say.I personall prefer screens. Saves time and trouble. But its down to one of those thigns, what do you prefer? Cant say that foil is the traditional method, cause traditionaly they just popped the coal right on the tobacco XD Each has its pros and cons, so its down to what you work best with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lakemonster Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Another foil guy here.I tried screens here and there.. but I usually end up scorthing it with a screen..... so I just jumped back over to foil. "IF it aint broke...... " sort of thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PK Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Foil.I enjoy experimenting with different hole patterns/coals to find that ideal smoke session. The best session I've had was with foil, heavy foil preferred. A friend of mine uses less charcoal per bowl but pokes fewer holes and I find it to be more harsh. I increase the charcoal by a small amount and spread out the holes and make more of them for a better smoke. To each his own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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