I have been in the balloon inflation business for over 45 years, and I must say, I think I could be considered an expert on the subject. I know just how big to blow up a latex balloon and I know the history behind the foil balloon and how they “magically” seal themselves. So allow… Read more »
Tag: Helium balloons
How Much Helium Does a Helium Balloon Need?
Helium balloons will float because of the fact that helium is lighter than air. When filling a helium balloon you should know how much helium you need for the quantity of balloons you are ordering. The most common size of helium balloon is the 12 inch. The 12 inch balloon will inflate to the size… Read more »
Balloon Drop Net
What is a Balloon Drop Net? A balloon drop net is a plastic mesh net bag or tube, that is used to hold air-filled latex balloons with the idea that these air-filled balloons will be dropped onto an area to create fun and excitement. If you have ever been to or watched a political convention,… Read more »
Helium Balloons
Helium balloons became very popular after World War Two. During the war, there was a shortage of rubber or latex that was needed to produce items to help the war effort. Helium balloons were popular before the war, but there was an entire generation of kids that had not experienced helium balloons due to the… Read more »
Helium Balloons Float Time
People always ask, “How long will my helium balloons float?” I then ask, how long do you want them to float? Helium filled balloons range in size from 10 inch to 60 inches. The most popular size being the 12 inch. The industry standard sizes for helium balloons are, 10 inch, 12 inch, 14 inch,… Read more »