Waterbeds 'n' Stuff

A Columbus institution since 1972, Waterbeds 'n' Stuff has been keeping locals stocked for more than half a century, and the name still tells you what to expect: yes, there really are waterbeds and furniture, plus a whole lot of "stuff." On the smoke shop side, you'll find glass pipes and water pipes, vaporizers, grinders, rolling papers, hookah and shisha, detox products, and a wide range of smoking accessories. They carry names like Puffco and Randy's, and the selection runs deep enough that people show up here after striking out at other shops. That's a running theme with this place. One regular drove an hour just to shop with Michael, who tracked down exactly what he was looking for when three other stores couldn't.

Another put it plainly: even on the rare occasion the crew can't help you, they'll happily point you somewhere that can. Ask anyone who shops here and the staff come up first, friendly, down to earth, and genuinely knowledgeable. Beth in particular has left an impression on more than a few folks, including a pair who drove all the way from Virginia and called chatting with her the highlight of their trip. The word around Columbus is that this is one of the best-regarded smoke shops in town, with a solid reputation built over decades and a loyal following that keeps coming back for the variety, the fair prices, and the atmosphere.

Regulars mention the great music playing and the good deals, and more than one person calls it their favorite shop, period. We'll be honest: the occasional grumble surfaces, usually around returns being store credit rather than cash, so it's worth knowing that going in. The overwhelming sense you get from people here is warmth and trust. For a smoke shop in Columbus with real history and a crew that clearly knows their stuff, Waterbeds 'n' Stuff has earned its place.

Stop in, poke around, and see why folks have been loyal for years.