by perthballoons on 26 Jun 2015

FAQs About Balloons How Long does a Balloon float for? The average float time of Latex Balloons filled with Helium is approximately 12 hours, however conservatively the latex balloons will float for 5-7 hours. Float time can vary significantly based on the level of inflation (under inflation, regular inflation or over inflation), size of balloon (9", 11" 12") and external factors such as temperature and humidity. (Balloons float longer in colder temperatures and in higher humidity.) Perth Balloons recommends inflating balloons 1-2 hours prior to the event for the best results. How can we make Latex Balloons float longer? There are a few things you can do to help increase float time. First, be sure to tie a tight knot in the neck of the balloon. If you are attaching ribbons to the balloons, be sure to tie the ribbon below the knot. For special occasions that require prolonged float time, we can add Ultra Hi Float to your Latex balloons (additional cost per balloon applies) What is Hi Float? Hi Float is an aqueous non-toxic, no irritating, non-corrosive, non-flammable, and biodegradable solution that dries inside a latex balloon to form a barrier to helium escaping though the latex balloon membrane. This coating increases the floating time of latex balloons by as much as 25 times the normal float times.

Some Interesting Facts About Latex Ballons - Perth Balloons

by perthballoons on 26 Jun 2015

Some Interesting Facts About Latex Ballons Latex balloons are made from 100% natural latex — not plastic. Our latex balloons are biodegradable, and decompose as fast as an oak leaf in your backyard! Latex balloons come from rubber trees. Latex is collected by cutting the tree’s bark, then catching the latex in a cup. Latex harvesting doesn’t hurt the tree! Latex balloons are Earth-friendly! Rubber trees grow in rain forests. Latex harvesting discourages deforestation because latex-producing trees are left intact. A tree can produce latex for up to 40 years! If the sound of a balloon popping startles you, you’re not alone. A bursting balloon actually creates a small sonic boom! Once a hole is made in an inflated balloon, the quick release of the balloon’s energy, or air, causes the hole to grow at almost the speed of sound in rubber. Since this speed is much higher than the speed of sound in air, the hole in the balloon actually breaks the sound barrier, creating a sonic boom. Balloons were invented in 1824, the same year as the electromagnet. Pioneer manufactures nearly one billion Qualatex latex balloons per year. Helium-filled balloons float because helium is lighter than nitrogen and oxygen, the two components of air. Perth Balloons is your online Perth Balloon Shop that offers Perth Balloon Delivery across the whole of the Perth Metropolitan area 6 days a week. Perth Balloons has a large range of Balloon Bouquets, Helium Foil Balloons, Birthday Balloons, Latex Balloons, Stick Balloons, Helium Balloons, Walking Animal Pet Balloons and Balloons for all occasions available for Perth Delivery. Helium Balloons are perfect to send to for a Birthday Celebration, the Birth of a New Baby, An Engagement, A Wedding, on Valentine’s Day or just to brighten someone’s day! There’s nothing better than receiving a bunch of Helium Balloons! Perth Balloons has a large range of Party Balloons that are suitable to send someone in Perth of any age. Birthday Balloons are our specialty and are available for Same Day Perth Balloon Delivery. Balloon orders can be placed online at www.perthballoons.net.au or over the phone on 08 9227 0520

How to make a Balloon Dog - Perth Balloons

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How to make a Balloon Dog - Perth Balloons

How to make a Balloon Dog

Inflating & Tying a Balloon

For ease in tying a balloon, hold 1 inch of the balloon at the neck while you inflate it, so there’s enough room to tie it. Inflate a 260Q balloon by mouth, or with a Qualatex Balloon Pump. To tie the balloon, hold the neck between your left thumb and middle finger, with the nozzle of the balloon pointing up. With your right thumb and index finger, stretch the neck, and wrap it around the tips of your left index and middle fingers in a clockwise direction. Spread your left fingers, and tuck the nozzle down and through the loop with your right hand. Slide your left fingers out of the loop while holding the nozzle with your right hand.

Twisting the Balloon

1. Inflate a 260Q, leaving about 6 inches uninflated, and tie it. Hold the balloon in your left hand with the uninflated end pointing right. Make three 1-inch bubbles for the Dog’s head and ears. To make a 1-inch bubble, pinch the balloon and twist it several times. An inch further, twist again, making sure to twist in the same direction.

2. To make ears, twist the last two 1-inch bubbles together at the base. This will keep the bubbles from untwisting.

3. Make a 1-inch bubble for the neck followed by two 2-inch bubbles. Twist the 2-inch bubbles together at the base to make front legs.

4. For the Dog’s body, make a 5-inch bubble followed by two 2-inch bubbles. Twist the 2-inch bubbles together at the base to make back legs. Leave a small bubble of air at the base of the tail to hold the back legs in place.

5. Roll the tail between the back legs to prevent them from untwisting and complete the Dog.

Perth Balloons is your online Perth Balloon Shop that offers Perth Balloon Delivery across the whole of the Perth Metropolitan area 6 days a week.

Perth Balloons has a large range of Balloon Bouquets, Helium Foil Balloons , Birthday Balloons, Latex Balloons, Stick Balloons, Helium Balloons, Walking Animal Pet Balloons and Balloons for all occasions available for Perth Delivery.

Helium Balloons are perfect to send to for a Birthday Celebration, the Birth of a New Baby, An Engagement, A Wedding, on Valentine’s Day or just to brighten someone’s day! There’s nothing better than receiving a bunch of Helium Balloons!

Perth Balloons has a large range of Party Balloons that are suitable to send someone in Perth of any age. Birthday Balloons are our specialty and are available for Same Day Perth Balloon Delivery.

Balloon orders can be placed online at www.perthballoons.net.au or over the phone on 08 9227 0520