Aluminium foil and toothpicks

Buying hookah foil and pokers? You use aluminium foil to cover your hookah bowl and a poker to make holes for good airflow. A cheap alternative to a heat management device. Delivered tomorrow (NL).

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Buy hookah foil and pokers at ShishaTabak

Aluminium foiland pokersare essential for smoking with natural coals. You cover your hookah bowlwith a layer of foil and poke holes in it for airflow. The glowing hookah coalsare placed on the foil. Special shisha foil is thicker than kitchen foil and can better withstand the heat. At ShishaTabak, you'll find foil and pokers for a perfect session.

Why shisha foil and a poker?

  • Good airflow: the holes determine the draw.
  • Heat-resistant: thicker than regular kitchen foil.
  • Inexpensive: an affordable alternative to an HMD.
  • Always handy: good to have in stock.

Foil or a heat management device?

Foil is cheap and always handy, but you poke new holes every session. A heat management devicelike a Kaloud Lotus replaces the foil and offers more heat control. Many smokers use an HMD at home and foil as a backup for on the go.

How to use foil and a poker?

Stretch a layer of foil tightly over your filled hookah bowl, with the shiny side facing up. Then, use the poker to create a pattern of small holes. More holes mean more airflow and heat. Place glowing coals on top, and you're ready for your session.

How many holes should you poke?

Start with a ring of holes along the edge and a few in the middle. Is your hookah drawing heavily? Poke a few more. Does it taste burnt quickly? Then there might be too many holes, or too much heat. Experiment until you find your preferred draw.

Tips for the best session

Use two layers of foil if you want extra sturdiness. Keep the holes clear of ash by occasionally blowing gently. Combine with good coconut coalsand your favorite shisha flavorsfor the best results.

Complete your shisha setup

Combine foil and pokers with a good hookah bowl, hookah coalsand a complete hookah. Also check out all hookah accessories.

Foil for on the go

Aluminium foil is light and compact, making it ideal to take with you when you bring your hookahto a friend's house or on a trip. This way, you can quickly set up a session anywhere, even without a heat management device.

Fast delivery

Order before 18:00, and your order will arrive tomorrow (NL). We also ship throughout Europe.

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Frequently asked questions

Why special shisha foil?
Shisha foil is thicker than kitchen foil and can better withstand the heat from the coals, preventing it from tearing easily.
How many holes should I make?
Start with a ring along the edge and a few in the middle. More holes provide more airflow and heat.
Foil or a heat management device?
Foil is cheap but you have to puncture it every time. An HMD gives more control over the heat and replaces the foil.
Which side of the foil goes up?
The shiny side up, stretched tightly over your filled hookah bowl.
My shisha is hard to draw, now what?
Make a few more holes for more airflow.
Why does my shisha taste burnt?
Often there are too many coals or too many holes. Use less heat or make fewer holes.
Can I use two layers of foil?
Yes, two layers provide extra sturdiness and are less likely to break.
How fast is it delivered?
Order before 18:00 and it will be delivered tomorrow in the Netherlands. We also ship to the rest of Europe.