Quick answer: RAW smoking accessories cover the basic rolling kit: papers, pre-rolled cones, tips, rolling machines, trays, grinders, storage, wicks and ashtrays. RAW says its papers are made from unrefined plant fibers without bleach. The most useful pieces for most people are papers or cones in the right size, a pack of tips, a grinder and a tray.

What RAW Makes

RAW is a rolling paper brand that has grown into a full accessory line. Most of the range does one of three jobs: hold the material (papers, cones, tips), prepare it (grinders, trays, rolling machines) or store and light it (storage, wicks, ashtrays). Claims about materials below are worded as RAW says, because they are brand statements and not lab findings.

Paper Types and What Plant Fiber Paper Is

RAW says its classic papers are unbleached and made from unrefined plant fibers. Extension publications describe plant fiber paper in general terms, not RAW’s own sourcing.

• Bast fiber. University of Florida IFAS Extension describes bast fibers as coming from the inner bark of the plant stalk. They are long and strong and are used for specialty paper, fabric, insulation, carpeting and cordage.
• Hurd. UF IFAS describes hurd as the short, woody core, used for things like fiberboard, compost, paper filler and animal bedding.
• Fiber crops. University of Missouri Extension lists paper products among fiber crop uses and notes that fiber crops are planted densely to encourage vertical growth.

That is general background on plant fiber. It does not say which fiber any one brand uses.

Top 10 RAW Smoking Accessories

1. RAW Rolling Papers

The product the brand started with. RAW says the papers are unrefined and free of bleach. They come in sizes such as 1 1/4, King Size Slim and the very large Supernatural, so you can match the paper to how much you roll.

2. RAW Pre-Rolled Cones

Cones are papers that come already rolled into a cone with a tip in the base. You fill, pack and twist. RAW sells single cones and multipacks in several lengths, from small sizes through 1 1/4 and King Size, up to novelty sizes such as the Challenge Cone.

3. RAW Rolling Machines

A simple roller that shapes the joint for you. It is handy if hand rolling feels fiddly, and it gives more consistent shape from one roll to the next.

4. RAW Tips

Tips (also called filters or crutches) give the end of a joint structure and keep loose material out of your mouth. RAW sells unrolled paper tip books, pre-rolled tips and wider tips for cones.

5. RAW Trays

A tray gives you a clean, flat surface with raised edges so ground material does not spill. Sizes range all the way from small travel trays to large rolling trays.

6. RAW Grinders

A grinder breaks flower into an even texture, which helps a joint or cone burn evenly. Look for sharp teeth and a lid that closes firmly.

7. RAW Storage Solutions

RAW sells tins, pouches and wooden boxes. For the flower itself, keep it cool, dark and closed so light, heat and air do less damage.

8. RAW Wicks

A wick is a waxed plant fiber cord. RAW says its wicks are coated in beeswax. You light the wick with a lighter or match and then use the wick flame to light the joint or bowl.

9. RAW Ashtrays

Metal and glass ashtrays with notches to rest a joint or cone between pulls.

10. RAW Apparel and Merchandise

RAW also sells shirts, hats, rolling mats and stash bags, which are really lifestyle items rather than tools.

Which RAW Accessory for Which Job

Job	Pick
Fastest setup	Pre-rolled cones in 1 1/4 or King Size
Learning to roll	1 1/4 papers plus a tip book and a rolling machine
Even burn	A grinder and a tray
Keeping a kit together	A tin or a wooden box
Lighting	A lighter or a wick
A clean table	An ashtray with notches

If you want to compare other ways to smoke, see our guide on how to use a bong.

How to Pack a RAW Cone

1. Grind the flower evenly. Use a grinder for a fine, fluffy texture with no stems.
2. Fill in small amounts. Add a little at a time through the open end.
3. Settle it gently. Tap the base on the tray or use a packing stick to settle each layer. Do not press hard.
4. Fill to just below the top. Leave a little paper to twist.
5. Twist the top closed. Twist the extra paper into a small point.
6. Check the firmness. The cone should feel even from tip to top with no soft spots.

How to Roll with a RAW Paper and Tip

1. Make the tip. Fold a few small zigzags into one end of a tip strip, then roll the rest around it.
2. Load the paper. Put the tip at one end of the paper with the glue strip facing you and away from the tip, then spread ground flower evenly.
3. Shape it. Roll the paper back and forth between your fingers to form an even cylinder.
4. Tuck and roll. Tuck the near edge under the flower, then roll up toward the glue strip.
5. Seal it. Lick the glue strip and press it closed along the whole length.
6. Pack the end. Gently settle the open end and twist it closed.

For a different style, our guide on how to roll a blunt walks through using a wrap.

Troubleshooting

One side burns faster (canoeing). The pack is uneven or the joint was lit on one side. Grind more evenly, pack firmly and rotate as you light.

A run goes up the side. A loose spot or a damp patch lets the paper burn ahead. Lick the paper ahead of the run lightly or press the spot to slow it.

The cone will not stay lit. It is packed too tightly or the flower is too damp. Loosen the pack and keep flower dry and stored well.

The tip is too loose. Add one or two more turns to the tip, or use a wider pre-rolled tip in a cone.

The paper tears. It is usually rolled too tight or with damp fingers. Roll with dry hands and use a rolling machine until the motion feels natural.

You are mixing other plant material. See our list of tobacco alternatives for joints for that topic.

Rolls keep going wrong. Our list of common smoker mistakes covers common errors.

Sources

• University of Florida IFAS Extension, Publication AG459 (fiber and hurd uses): https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AG459
• University of Missouri Extension, MX78 (varieties and uses): https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/mx78

What are RAW rolling papers made of?

RAW says its papers are made from unrefined plant fibers and are unbleached. These are brand statements. Extension publications describe plant fiber paper in general, but they do not say what any one brand uses.

Are RAW cones the same as rolling papers?

RAW cones are made from rolling paper that is already rolled into a cone with a tip in the base. You fill and twist a cone instead of rolling a paper by hand, which makes setup faster.

What RAW cone sizes are there?

RAW sells cones in several lengths, from small sizes through 1 1/4 and King Size, plus novelty sizes such as the Challenge Cone. Most people start with 1 1/4 or King Size and adjust from there.

What are RAW tips for?

RAW tips give the end of a joint or cone structure, keep loose material out of your mouth and make a joint easier to hold. They come as unrolled tip books or pre-rolled tips.

Why does my RAW cone burn unevenly?

An uneven pack, coarse or damp flower or lighting on one side usually causes it. Grind evenly, pack in small layers and rotate the cone as you light it.