The most usual occasion for the utilization of latex balloons is a festive one, such as a wedding or a birthday party. They are often composed of a rubbery substance and filled with helium to give them the ability to maintain their shape on their own.
They are held in place using strings, and they are utilized in the construction of arches and columns for celebrations. You may get anything from eight to fourteen hours of use out of a latex balloon, but if you follow some basic care procedures, you can make them last much longer.
Ways to Make Latex Balloons Last Longer
Avoid Sunlight and Heat
Balloons burst under the intense heat and direct sunshine. In order to extend the life of your balloons, it is recommended that you keep them in a cool location. Keep the temperature stable, so the balloons don’t get stunned and ruined by the changes. High temperatures can cause them to fail in as little as 8 hours, and in difficult situations, they may even burst.
Because of the high levels of humidity in Singapore, latex balloons may only be suitable for use in air-conditioned environments. In order to keep the party balloons from deflating in the infamously hot and humid conditions of our island, you should avoid leaving them out in the open for too long before you pick them up from the local party store.
When carrying the balloons to the event location, we recommend doing so with the air conditioning on. However, if you are planning on using public transportation, you should pick up your balloons at least an hour before the party begins. Another option is to buy balloons that are already deflated and blow them up when you get to the celebration.
Proper Storage
Balloons may be reused for several events if you cover them in clear, big plastic bags between uses. Alternatively, you may buy one of our many extra-large, custom-made balloons that has ventilation holes in it.
Whatever you decide, just make sure the bag is big enough to contain the balloons without being too restrictive. After you’ve slipped the bags over the balloons, you may secure them with a twist and a ribbon or a simple knot. Oxidation begins the moment a balloon is filled. When exposed to the sun’s UV rays, the latex balloons will degrade over time.
Before the celebration even starts, your latex balloons may have lost their luster due to oxidation. If you’re going to pre-inflate your latex balloons, it’s best to keep them in a large plastic bag until it’s time to use them.
This is a fantastic method for keeping balloons from sagging, losing air, and becoming sunburned. Make sure the bag can be slipped over the balloons without squeezing them, or they may burst.
Away From Pets
If you have pets at home, you need to make sure that the party balloons are out of reach of your furry friend so that they don’t get hurt. Your pet will be immediately drawn to the bright colors and the strings that hang from the balloon when they are left to their own devices; this will encourage them to play with the balloon.
While playing with the balloons, your furry friend runs the risk of accidentally bursting one of them, which might be dangerous for your pet. Your pet is going to be startled not only by the loud explosion of the balloons but also runs the risk of breathing in the helium that was used to fill the balloons.
Tie Tightly
If the latex balloon is not tied properly, the gas that you have pumped into it, whether it be helium or air, will escape if the balloon is not inflated to its full capacity. Therefore, once you have finished inflating your latex balloon, you need to tie the balloon’s entrance with either a thread or a ribbon to prevent the balloon from leaking an excessive amount of gas.
This may be done using either method. Maintain a tight knot on the balloon’s tie. If the balloon is not secured firmly, air will begin to escape from it more quickly, regardless of whether or not it was inflated with helium or with the assistance of an air pump.
After inflating the latex balloon, use a modest length of rope or ribbon to tie up the balloon’s entrance. This will prevent the balloon from losing a significant amount of air when it deflates.
Hi-Flot
Before using a 60/40 inflator, spray your balloon with a hi-float to make it more floating. These two things have a synergistic effect that will assist your latex balloons to stay inflated for several days. The amount of hi-float that you will use is directly proportional to the size of your balloon.
As an illustration, position the hole in the balloon such that it covers the pump on the hi-float. If the balloon is 11 inches in diameter, you should pump the spray up to a maximum of three times. Then, using the 60/40 inflater, blow the balloon to its maximum capacity until it is ready to use.
Conclusion
There are many different things you can do to make your latex balloons last for a longer period of time. We really hope that the information we have provided is of use to you and that it enables you to properly organize the next celebration so that you can ensure that your balloon decorations remain intact for the entirety of the party.
One more thing that you need to take into consideration is the standard of the balloons. The appropriate characteristics might help to ensure that your balloons will last for a long time.
Therefore, if you are in the market for decorations for your next event, do not be afraid to ask the sales assistant at your neighborhood party shop about appropriate balloons that are able to fulfill your criteria when you are out doing your shopping.
