Essentials XXL Hookah Cleaning Brush

A proper cleaning brush makes the difference between a fresh session and a stale one. Our Essentials XXL brush is built specifically for hookah stems and hoses — 88 cm long to reach through full-length downstems, with dense bristles thicker than our XL model to scrub out residue, ghosting, and buildup in a single pass.

Essentials XXL 88 cm Hookah Cleaning Brush — Dense Bristles for Stems and Hoses

What Sets It Apart

• 88 cm total length — reaches through full-size hookah stems and hoses without struggling for depth.
• Thicker bristle profile than our XL brush — denser nylon bristles make better contact with interior walls for more thorough cleaning.
• Twisted steel wire core — rigid enough to push through straight stems, flexible enough to navigate gentle curves in hoses.
• Natural wood handle — comfortable barrel grip that stays secure in wet hands.

Fit & Compatibility

Designed to clean standard hookah stems and wide-bore silicone hoses. Pair it with our TPW Essentials Silicone Hose for a washable hose and brush combination that keeps every session tasting fresh. For narrower ports and mouthpieces, reach for the Essentials XL Cleaning Brush instead.

How to Use It

Disassemble your hookah after each session. Run warm water through the stem or hose, insert the brush, and push through with steady back-and-forth strokes. The dense bristles lift residue on contact — no detergent needed for routine cleans. Rinse the brush under warm water when finished and hang or stand it upright to air-dry.

Craft & Build Quality

The bristles are white synthetic nylon arranged in a tight spiral pattern around a twisted steel wire core. The spiral layout ensures full 360° contact inside the tube, so residue has nowhere to hide. The handle is turned from natural wood with a smooth barrel shape that sits comfortably in the palm.

Care & Maintenance

• Rinse the brush under warm water after every use and shake off excess moisture.
• Store upright or hanging to allow bristles to air-dry fully — this prevents odour buildup.
• Avoid leaving the wire submerged in water for extended periods to prevent potential corrosion.
• Replace the brush when bristles begin to flatten or splay, as cleaning effectiveness drops significantly.

Shipping Note

Due to its 88 cm length, this brush ships bent to fit standard packaging. Simply straighten it by hand on arrival — the wire core flexes back into shape with minimal effort.

In the Box

• 1 × Essentials XXL Hookah Cleaning Brush

No additional accessories included. Bowl brushes, base brushes, and port brushes are sold separately.

How often should I clean my hookah stem?

After every session is ideal. Residue builds up quickly inside stems and hoses, and even one session's worth of buildup can ghost flavours into your next bowl. A 30-second brush-through with warm water between sessions keeps everything tasting clean.

What's the difference between the XXL and XL brush?

The XXL has a thicker bristle profile and is designed for stems and wide-bore hoses. The XL is narrower, making it better suited for tighter spaces like mouthpieces and narrow ports. Many customers keep both on hand.

Why does it arrive bent?

At 88 cm, the brush is too long for standard shipping cartons, so we ship it with a gentle bend. The twisted steel core straightens easily by hand — just flex it back and it holds its shape.

We ship worldwide from Melbourne, Australia. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2 pm AEST.