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balloon care and warnings
How to look after your balloons
To keep your balloons looking their best, follow the steps below while being mindful of some important balloon warnings.
Keep balloons away from direct sunlight and warm places (i.e., next to radiators). Helium expands in warm conditions and can burst if left in front of windows, in cars, in conservatories, or near radiators and other heat sources. Avoid cool and low temperatures, as this will have the opposite effect on your helium balloon and cause it to shrink, negatively impacting float times and appearance. Helium balloons prefer consistent room temperatures.
Open windows, fans, and drafts can cause your balloon to be blown into objects, leading to bursts. Your balloon may look good enough to touch, but please handle it with extreme care. Balloons can attract fingerprints, which will detract from their appearance. Since balloons are not built to be played with, it's best to keep little hands away if you want a long-lasting balloon.
If you get caught in some rain with your helium balloon, it will stop flying. DON'T PANIC! Gently dry your balloon with a towel or tissue and leave it to reach room temperature; your balloon will soon be back to its best.
We take pride in our quality, long-lasting products, but it's important to note some balloon warnings: they will only last for a certain amount of time. To get the most out of your balloons, follow our care guide.
Float times:
Latex balloons: Helium-filled latex balloons typically last up to 12 hours under ideal conditions. However, certain factors, such as confetti, can reduce this float time as it adds weight to the balloon, making the helium work harder. Using Hi-Float balloon preserver can extend the life of latex balloons up to 25 times longer (note: it is not suitable for confetti balloons).
Foil balloons: Foil balloons have an average float time of 2-3 weeks but may last much longer if kept in ideal conditions.
Air-filled displays: While air-filled displays do not float, they will still deflate over time. Air-filled latex balloons can last up to 4 weeks, and air-filled foil balloons can last even longer if you adhere to our care guide.
Balloon Warnings, Care and Float Times
Warnings
To keep your balloons looking their best, follow the steps below while being mindful of some important balloon warnings.
Keep balloons away from direct sunlight and warm places (i.e., next to radiators). Helium expands in warm conditions and can burst if left in front of windows, in cars, in conservatories, or near radiators and other heat sources. Avoid cool and low temperatures, as this will have the opposite effect on your helium balloon and cause it to shrink, negatively impacting float times and appearance. Helium balloons prefer consistent room temperatures.
Open windows, fans, and drafts can cause your balloon to be blown into objects, leading to bursts. Your balloon may look good enough to touch, but please handle it with extreme care. Balloons can attract fingerprints, which will detract from their appearance. Since balloons are not built to be played with, it's best to keep little hands away if you want a long-lasting balloon.
If you get caught in some rain with your helium balloon, it will stop flying. DON'T PANIC! Gently dry your balloon with a towel or tissue and leave it to reach room temperature; your balloon will soon be back to its best.
Safety Message For All Balloons
We take pride in our quality, long-lasting products, but it's important to note some balloon warnings: they will only last for a certain amount of time. To get the most out of your balloons, follow our care guide.
Float times:
Latex balloons: Helium-filled latex balloons typically last up to 12 hours under ideal conditions. However, certain factors, such as confetti, can reduce this float time as it adds weight to the balloon, making the helium work harder. Using Hi-Float balloon preserver can extend the life of latex balloons up to 25 times longer (note: it is not suitable for confetti balloons).
Foil balloons: Foil balloons have an average float time of 2-3 weeks but may last much longer if kept in ideal conditions.
Air-filled displays: While air-filled displays do not float, they will still deflate over time. Air-filled latex balloons can last up to 4 weeks, and air-filled foil balloons can last even longer if you adhere to our care guide.