Rolling your own cannabis is a classic way to enjoy flower. It’s affordable, portable, and lets you control exactly how much you use. Whether you’re new to cannabis or just want to improve your skills, having the right tools makes all the difference.
Here are the essential accessories every cannabis roller should have.
Rolling Papers
Rolling papers come in different sizes, materials, and thicknesses. They hold your ground flower in place and burn slowly while you smoke.
- Common sizes: 1¼”, king size, or single wide
- Materials: rice, hemp, wood pulp, or flax
- Tip: Thin papers burn slower and give off less smoke
Unflavored papers are most common, but flavored versions are available if you want something different.
Filter Tips or Crutches
A filter tip, often called a crutch, is placed at the end of your roll. It gives the joint structure and keeps bits of flower from entering your mouth.
- Made from paper, glass, or reusable silicone
- Helps keep your fingers clean and cool
- Makes your joint easier to hold and smoke
You can buy pre-cut filter tips or roll your own from stiff paper.
Grinder
A grinder breaks cannabis flower into smaller, even pieces for smooth burning. It also helps preserve trichomes, which contain THC, CBD, and terpenes.
- 2-piece grinders: basic and compact
- 4-piece grinders: include a kief catcher for collecting trichomes
- Materials: metal, wood, or plastic
Grinding your flower evenly helps joints burn better and reduces waste.
Rolling Tray
A rolling tray gives you a flat, clean surface to prepare your cannabis. It keeps everything in one place and helps prevent spills.
- Comes in metal, wood, plastic, or glass
- Some trays have built-in compartments for papers, lighters, and flower
- Helps keep your space clean and organized
Many cannabis users also use the tray to catch kief or store ground flower.
Optional Accessories
- Cone rollers or rolling machines: make rolling easier for beginners
- Storage tins: keep your papers and tips safe
- Travel kits: small cases that hold all your rolling tools on the go
Conclusion
If you enjoy rolling joints or blunts, the right gear can improve the process and make each session smoother. With rolling papers, filter tips, a grinder, and a tray, you’ll have everything you need to roll like a pro—whether at home or on the move.
