Description
Engage in a thrilling DIY project by making your own smoke bomb using simple household materials.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons potassium nitrate (fertilizer grade)
- 1 heat-resistant container (non-flammable)
- 1 stirring stick (wooden or metal)
- 1 baking sheet (for cooling)
- Aluminum foil (for shaping)
- Protective gear (gloves, goggles)
Instructions
- Prepare the Workspace: Choose an outdoor area and wear protective gear.
- Mix Ingredients: In a heat-resistant container, mix sugar and potassium nitrate. Heat the mixture over low heat while stirring until it becomes gooey.
- Shape the Smoke Bomb: Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and mold it into shape. Allow it to cool and harden completely.
- Ignition: Bend a corner of the foil to expose some of the mixture, then light it with a long lighter or match, and step back to enjoy the smoke.
Notes
Always work in a well-ventilated area and wear protective gear. Customize your smoke bomb by experimenting with different colorants.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg