Upgrading Your Glass Nail: Titanium or Quartz?
One of the easiest ways you can maintain the longevity of your oil rig is to upgrade from a glass nail to either a titanium nail or quartz nail. Glass nails aren’t as durable, must be replaced more often, and have a higher possibility of breaking. The question then becomes: Is a titanium or quartz nail right for you? Both have different pros and cons, and it is a matter of personal preference on which appeals more to you. Here we’ll list a description of both so you can make the best decision.
Titanium Nails:
- Generally priced higher than quartz nails
- Very strong and less likely to break
- Lifespan can be years if properly maintained
- Heats up quicker than quartz nails and holds heat for a longer period of time
- Need to be seasoned before use. (Removing polish and other unwanted materials that coat the titanium nail upon purchase.)
- Titanium nails give off an odd taste related to metal burning, but this is mostly related to an incorrect or lack of a seasoning process
- Nail quality ranges between different brands and products
Quartz Nails:
- Generally priced lower that titanium nails
- Composed of weaker material, and more prone to breaking
- Shorter lifespan generally than that of titanium nails. Can range from a few months to a few years depending on treatment
- Takes longer to heat up than titanium nails
- Heat dissipates quickly, leaving the consumer with less time for functional use after heated
- Some consumers prefer the taste of quartz nails
- No need to season before use. Ready to use right out of the package.
- Nail quality ranges between different brands and products