The guide to perfect care
To ensure that your pipe always delivers a full aroma and does not taste unpleasant, you should clean the pipe regularly and maintain it properly. Here are the most important steps:
The basic cleaning:
– Remove ash and tobacco residue: After smoking, allow the pipe to cool down and then remove the ash with a pipe tamper or by lightly tapping
– Use a pipe cleaner: A dry pipe cleaner helps to remove residue from the stem. Simply pull through until no more deposits are visible.
– Blow through the mouthpiece: If moisture has collected, blow briefly through the mouthpiece or dry with a handkerchief.
– Remove the filter: Use a new filter after every smoke.
Daily care – avoid moisture
– Do not smoke the pipe too often in succession. It needs time to dry. It is best to always have a second pipe to hand.
– Allow the pipe to air dry, do not store in closed tins or bags.
Weekly deep cleansing:
– Remove the mouthpiece: Carefully turn out to one side when the pipe has cooled down.
– Clean with Piter: Moisten a pipe cleaner with a little Piter and pull it through the stem and mouthpiece. This removes tar deposits and odors. The pipe can also be soaked in Piter to soften the soot.
– Scrape out the head: If a thick layer of carbon forms, carefully remove it with a pipe knife or scraper. However, a thin layer should remain as it protects the pipe.
Long-term care – Extends the service life
– Allow pipes to rest: Allow to cool for at least 24 hours after each use.
– Do not use water: Wood swells, so never clean with water.
– Maintain mouthpiece: Rub acrylic or rubber mouthpieces with a special care product or a little olive oil to keep them shiny.
Important: The pipe should never be smoked too hot, otherwise the pipe will burn on the side.