Bubble Balloon Inflation Tips: with Mark Drury from Qualatex - BMTV 166

We have had some people contact us over the years, asking about challenges they’ve had with bubble balloon inflation. Sometimes, people have found that one side of the bubble balloon will inflate more than the other, particularly when putting confetti or feathers inside. So, we got in touch with Mark from Qualatex to see if he could show 'best practice' for bubbles.
Mark shows how to inflate Deco Bubble Balloons, tie correctly with a 160Q and he’s even been experimenting with heat sealing the necks of the bubbles!
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[@carolineb7139]

I always get SO much out of these tutorial videos. Mark is super informative and nothing beats actually seeing someone perform a task as opposed to trying to read instructions. Thank you for all the effort you put into these, Greg! Caroline.

[@BalloonMarket]

Thanks Caroline. I'm glad you benefit from them!

[@jessicshall8436]

I also notice the powedery effect around the inside of the bubble balloon when I insert feathers, Do we know why this is/prevent it? As they don’t look clear nor that great

[@TheMsCraftycrafts]

Thank you so much for all the wonderful tips and what not to do. 😊

[@xlifewiththealis1522]

The shrinkage around the line is that ok to leave or should I be blowing it up some more? I’m always worried it’s deflating

[@JessCreates18]

Thank you so much this was so helpful and now I got it down 🙌🏻

[@lindsey5062]

Thank you for the video. Can you put an 11" inside a 20" with tulle and the 1 meter string lights or would thus just be for the 24" Bubbles?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Lindsey, It might be too much weight with all those items added. We found it a struggle to get the 24" floating with just the Tulle. But it's worth testing this out.

[@bebediaper5458]

Thanks for this video. So usefull.

[@jimenamartinez9301]

Hi, does the hifloat also works on these types of bubbles? Or is it better not to use it since they are already moisturized? Thanks!

[@Bradley9967]

You don't need hifloat, it won't increase float time and will mark them.

[@rosielloons]

love your show I look forward to my notifications when your on

[@BalloonMarket]

Thanks Rosilloons! I'm glad you get something out of them :)

[@nailahchaudhry3380]

Hi there! I've made a deco bubble with feathers inside but it seems that after a day, I can see small wrinkles appearing at the crease and my vinyl letter is starting to show small bubbles like the helium is being lost. Any chance you have a fix for this?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Nailah, maybe we can help but we have some questions. Are bubble balloons something you have done before and it’s just the one’s with feathers you are having problems with? How are you tying the bubble balloon, using the 160Q method? The most common problem we see with bubbles is the 160Q not being kept fully-stretched when tying. Are there any obvious holes in the balloon where the helium would be escaping?

[@yvonnegavin7543]

thank you very informative video :)

[@bilalmalik_]

Great video! I was wondering what you were using to tie the balloon after inflation? You were referring to them as the '160q's'. Can you guide me please?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Bilal! I will pop a link to the 160Q Balloons here www.balloonmarket.co.uk/latex-balloons/entertainer-decor/160q-entertainer-balloons :)

[@mandyr2419]

Hi Greg! I put confetti in my deco bubble and it sticked and floated. The second time i put confetti it didnt stick or float at all not sure if i put to much. Do you know how much confetti a 24 inch bubble can max have? Any tips and tricks?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Mandy, you need to put some air in first to get the confetti to stick. If you filled it completely with helium, it wouldn't stick. We find if you rub the outside of the balloons with something like a plastic bag it helps the confetti to stick as well. If you want it to not fall off at all, you can use hi-float in the balloon. Hope this helps :)

[@kellymayes52]

Hi, I was wondering how much weight in feather/confetti you can put into a 36" bubble balloon please

[@louisenevitt4551]

Id be interested to know the also and if there is anywhere that we can use as a referral for each size of balloon?

[@ahussain9088]

Hi I'm really struggling to tie my deco bubble balloons (i use a helium tank, 260Q and a qualatex deco bubble), I notice creases in the seams from air escaping after a couple of hours - is there any advice you could give which would help me prolong the life of these bubbles

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there, are you adding anything inside the bubble balloons at all?

[@kpenny]

With the heat sealing is it possible for the neck to break off or tear when attaching anything to it....or tying with the 160q?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Keisha. I'm guessing if you were to heat seal for too long it would weaken the pastic and it could more easily break. However, if you get the setting right, I would have thought it would be fine for attachments. You do need something like a 160Q to then attach it to anything else as the necks are too short to tie. As always, we would suggest you have a bit of a testing session with different settings / attachment techniques before committing to using a new technique all the time. Hope this helps. Greg :)

[@louis71817]

what's the dimension of the deco bubble balloon box? what's the suggested weight of deco inside a 24" bubble balloon to allow to float properly and how would you weight out the deco pieces?

[@BalloonMarket]

The bubble box measures 53cm x 45cm x 39cm. You can find out more about them here: www.balloonmarket.co.uk/accessories/retail-accessories/balloon-boxes/bubble-box-10 Mark suggests 10 grams of weight inside a 24" bubble, but have a play and see what's best for you. Any of our heavy weights should hold down the bubbles, for example pyramid weights: www.balloonmarket.co.uk/accessories/balloon-weights/pyramid-weights It is worth pointing out that you can over-inflate bubbles and they would then need more weight to hold them down, so again have a play around!

[@louis71817]

thanks!! how do you weight out the amount of deco?

[@BalloonMarket]

No problem! We just weigh out the confetti on kitchen scales before you put it in the balloon.

[@joshd.5269]

HI, great video thank you. Id really like to get one of the extendable nozzle Mark is using to inflate. Can you advise what it is called please?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Josh, this is a 10ft Extension Hose with a Trigger Valve for use with BOC cylinders

[@joshd.5269]

Balloon Market thanks a lot, does it only work with BOC cylinders. I’ve got a large tank (242cuft) with push valve for foil and latex on it already. Can the extension hose be added on or used with that? Thanks for your great videos

[@BalloonMarket]

@@joshd.5269 the extension hose fits directly onto the cylinder. Do you know the make of your cylinder?

[@safaeb666]

Hi, where can I get the bubble boxes in holland/the netherlands? Ive been looking for them for so long but I can’t find them anywhere

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Safae! Did you want to pop over an email to us and we can look at shipping costs to Holland? Our email address is [e-mail] :)

[@dominicmasters2425]

Hi! Is it possible to refresh a helium filled Bubble after some weeks when it goes down? Or isn´t it moist enough and will burst? And the second Question is, should I tie off the self-sealing Bubbles (e.g. Star Wars...) aditionally with a 160Q to increase float life? Thank you so much in advance!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Dominic. Yes it is possible. The official guideline from Qualatex is that the balloon needs to be moist to stretch, but I have just tried topping up the bubble with the red confetti Mark inflated in this show and it worked fine. I’m not sure if you would be able to rely on this method completely though! As for the self-sealing bubbles, you don’t need to use a 160Q to tie. I don’t think you’ll see any additional float life from doing that. Hope this helps!

[@dominicmasters2425]

Thank you very much, Greg! I enjoy watching BMTV every time.

[@kn49p52]

Thank you for the informative video. An issue that I am facing with a small amount or orders is that the deco bubble deflates after about 2 days. This has only happened to deco bubbles which have 5 inch latex inside. I fill the 5 inch latex with one pump of air and the rest helium (I give one pump of air as I have found that they don’t go too small afterwards) What could I be doing wrong? Should I be doing anything different? Lately I’ve not had any issues with customers that have feathers/confetti inside. About 1 in 10 have deflated after few days and that’s always the ones with mini balloons inside. Please advise

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi kn49p Hmm this is interesting, have you tried inflating the 5-inch with just helium I don’t know if that would make a difference. Usually Deco Bubbles deflate because the necks haven’t been tied securely, but you say you are tying the necks the same way when you do confetti bubbles and you don’t have problems with those?

[@mandyr2419]

Is there anything else you can use to tie the bubble balloon like an elastic band instead of a 160 or 260q? Also if you want to put mini balloons in the bubble balloon can the mini balloons be filled by air and the actual bubble balloon be helium? Could you also do a video on how to save some helium like that 40 percent air 60 percent helium.

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Mandy! Qualatex do recommend the modelling balloon method but if you have a heat sealer - you can heat seal the bubble balloons. If you are helium filling your bubble balloon you must helium fill the mini balloons - do not mix gases :). We have a video with Mark from Qualatex where he fills a 3ft balloon with some helium, some air - that can be viewed here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXfFaWykptyZb7c. I hope this helps!

[@sarahsaba4258]

Hi, Every time I make a bubble balloon and add vinyl to it, after about a day the vinyl starts to bubble and crease as if the balloon has shrunk. Could you please advise.

[@BalloonMarket]

The bubble balloon may be going down as helium is escaping. I would review your technique of tying just to make sure it is perfected. The room temperature may also be effecting the balloon - if you make the bubble up when it is very hot and then as the day goes on the weather cools, the balloon will shrink. I hope this helps!

[@amandajones3460]

Hi Mark I am having a problem with keeping my bubble balloons floating and currently only lasting around 3 days instead of 3 weeks. Could there be a problem with the helium or is it something I'm doing wrong, any help please?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Amanda! Please could you pop over an email to us at [e-mail] and we can look into this for you :)

[@furqanmalik181]

Hi all, I hardly get a day out of my balloons, Im using the equipment as you guys, heat sealer, bubble balloon, even the same nozel.. would room temperature have anything to do with it? I filled one with no feathers thats doing fab, one with paper confetti that's okay too but every time I put feathers I only get one day out of it before it starts touching the floor and I dont fill it up that much either so its not that heavy.. please advise.. p.s your videos are very help full! keep it up!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Furqan, room temperature might have something to do with the gas expanding and contracting. Are your balloons going down completely or just sagging a bit? Glad you like BMTV!

[@louis71817]

May I know how to attach deco bubble balloon neck to a stick for air filled display?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Louis, I would tie a 160Q to the neck of the bubble as normal, then use the 160Q to wrap through and tie-off to the cup on the stick. You could trim off the excess afterwards to keep it neat and tidy. Hope this helps!

[@kpenny]

Question: if I want to recolor the 24" bubble what size balloon would I need? I tested using a 30" but the balloon didn't float. I have also tried before putting a foil in the 20" and again there was no floating.

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Keisha! I'm not sure actually. I know Doctor Bob used a 16" latex in a 20" bubble, although it did fit he did air-fill the balloon. I'll ask Mark next time he's in, it might even be something we can do another show on!

[@kpenny]

Balloon Market oh that would be great!!!! Thank you in advance if you do!

[@kballoon]

So beautiful.

[@elsiebonilla26]

At what temperature do you set your heat sealer for the bubble balloons? Thank you in advance!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Unfortunately the temperature can differ between each heat sealer, so it does require a little bit of testing to find this out :) We do have some information on heat sealing bubbles in the video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4fTooiZadWnh68

[@MaRAlbania98]

Hello watching you from France 🇫🇷 if I understood with the heat sealing machine and good technics of tying the balloons car last longer ?

[@BalloonMarket]

If the balloons are sealed correctly they should float for a very long time, although they may start to shrink some can even float for weeks!

[@LifeHacksbyStacy]

Hi! Love the videos! I am wondering if you want your stuffed bubble to sit on a table what are the plastic rings it sits on if you don’t use a box etc. I just want the balloon that has a stuffed animal in it to sit nicely on a table for Easter. Thank you so much.

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there, thanks for your comment! Unfortunately it's not possible with the Deco Bubbles to insert items such as stuffed animals inside - the neck is just not stretchy enough I'm afraid! The ring I think you are thinking of may be a dish - the Lomey Dishes :). You can also make a ring with a 260 modelling balloon!

[@sarahjohnson7131]

Is there anything i can do to stop the powder on the inside of the bubble from getting on all of the 5 inch balloons when making a gumball? Pale colours are not to bad. But it shows up alot on the darker colour balloons.

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Sarah. Powder on the inside of the bubbles? I'm not sure there is powder inside the bubbles. Are you sure it isn't the powder from the latex balloons (latex balloons are finished with powder to stop them sticking together)? I have just spoken to Mark about it anyway and he is going to talk to manufacturing to find out for sure if there is any powder at all used in the bubbles. He will respond on here later on. Greg :)

[@sarahjohnson7131]

Hi Greg Yes its really fine and its a slight coating in the bubbles. It happens with the feather bubbles i do to, but i shake the feathers around in the balloon and it rubs it off. I've seen others commenting on it in some of the balloon groups so i know its not just me haha :)

[@balloonableldn5290]

Hi! My orbs seems to come down in 1 day if that. As they come down they crease along the seam. What could be the problem?? They are filled balloons. Clear crystalz 18-22" thanks!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Please drop us an email at [e-mail] and we can troubleshoot!

[@rubinarahman1425]

Hi! It's the same with me, I personalised them using stick on vinyls, it shrinks a little over night and then the stickers start coming off.. is it because I havent tied it properly? I'm using 260Qs

[@MultiFresd]

Boa idéia, parabéns

[@stacyjohnson9567]

Can you use a regular forced air pump, or is helium a better choice for longevity? I struggled with the balloon deflating. Though, I realize it could be numerous things...balloon quality, storage, content, inflation technique and tie off.

[@BalloonMarket]

Air inflated balloons will stay looking fully inflated for longer than helium filled. How long after inflation are you finding the balloons are going down?

[@sashabegay3182]

@@BalloonMarket I've also have this problem. After 15mins the balloon starts to inflate with EFAY BoBo Balloons

[@BalloonMarket]

@@sashabegay3182 It sounds like there is either a hole in the balloon or it hasn't been tied tightly enough. I would check over the balloons and report any issues to your supplier ASAP!

[@sashabee3678]

Thank you so much for this very helpful! I am doing exactly the same as this but can’t get the deco bubble to float for more than 12 hours! Any advise or tips it they are still up solid just not floating thank you

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Sasha! Are you adding anything to the inside of the deco bubbles please? Are you also adding a balloon tail please?

[@sashabee3678]

@@BalloonMarket I added 2 5” balloons and no I didn’t add a balloon tail .. does it matter what helium tank you are using? And latex regulator?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@sashabee3678 Most helium cylinders are 99% helium which is great. It may the secure on the neck of the balloon. Which tying method are you currently using please?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@sashabee3678 the small balloons insdie the bubble balloon should be filled with helium, but this wouldn't cause the balloon not to float. I would try using another helium cylinder just in case it's soemthing to do with that

[@sashabee3678]

@@BalloonMarket thank you for your help I didn’t fill balloons inside with helium and I’m using a q for my tying method I starting to think it’s the helium cylinder and I’m not securing on enough at the end! Will keep trying thanks again

[@louis71817]

how can you get confetti stick all around the deco bubble like you would do with a 36" latex balloon with confetti?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Louis! Many people use static to hold the confetti to bubble, you would need to add some air into the bubble prior to helium filling, then rub the outside of the balloon to create static. This doesn't last for long however. Sue Bowler has permanent solution using Hi-Float. You can read more about it here: theverybestballoonblog.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/how-to-make-confetti-filled-deco-bubble.html

[@louis71817]

Thank you!! May I know how to attach deco bubble balloon neck to a stick for air filled display?

[@franciscoramos2511]

Inflate the balloon first, deflate next then add the conffetty and 4 or 5 times inflate with your mouth each time you do agitate the balloon and they start to stick, finally put air or helium and voala!. This work for me.

[@franciscoramos2511]

Your vapor make them stick.

[@georgiaeccles762]

Hi guys, I was just wondering with this particular balloon style. How does it work with wanting both Hi Float and confetti/feathers that stay at the bottom in the balloon? Can you still use HiFloat without the confetti sticking to the sides? Thanks, Georgia

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Georgia! We wouldn't normally recommend using the H-Float with feathers and/or paper confetti as this can ruin their appearance :)

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Georgia, bubble balloons last for a long time without hi-float so unless you are wanting confetti to stick to the balloon you don't really need to use it. We wouldn't recommend using hi-float with feathers because it will get very sticky!

[@georgiaeccles762]

@@BalloonMarket thanks so much!

[@aminah1425]

Hii I tied a knot at the bottom of my bubble balloon and it was filled with feathers and then they deflated after day. Could you give me any advice

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Aminah, I popped over a reply to your email yesterday :)

[@elspiewa6754]

Hi what is the name of the orange string that you tie the first balloon with? Where can I buy it?

[@BalloonMarket]

This is a 260Q modelling balloon with the air removed and tied at the end! We sell this at Balloon Market, but most balloon wholesalers will stock it :)

[@theballoondr]

Thanks a lot for this interesting video guys!! Yesterday I did the heat sealing in a bubble filled with air. I wasn't succesfully done because it lost a little of air. So my cuestion is when you heat seal the bubble may have some creases?? That may cause helium escapeing ?? Thanks again Greg and Mark !!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Leonardo. If there are any creases when you heat seal it probably won't create a perfect seal. There will be an element of trying it a few times to get the technique that suits you best to ensure a good seal. I hope this helps. Greg.

[@theballoondr]

Balloon Market Ok Greg!! I have to keep trying a good seal... Thanks for your answer !! Have a good week and see you tomorrow !!!

[@denomoulaytiglao2116]

From the very first time I used bubbles, someone told me, by stretching it first, before inflating it, to achieve the full size, is that a correct way to do that? and if that is necessary? Thanks👍

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! No, I don't think that is necessary and cannot see the added benefit of this. From first inflation you should achieve the full size :).

[@denomoulaytiglao2116]

@@BalloonMarket thank you...appreciate it much.

[@mozimzim]

These videos have been so informative! I don’t make many balloons at one time. Is there a way to keep the remaining globes fresh after opening package??

[@BalloonMarket]

Not a way we're aware of, but out of direct sunlight and heat is good for all balloons!

[@annamahmad3495]

Hi, I wanted to ask if I don’t have helium can I inflate the balloon with a air pump?

[@BalloonMarket]

Yes, definitely :).

[@haminpark5779]

Thanks for your video. It’s really useful for me. Sometimes I can see lots of white powder on the qualatex bubble balloon’s surface. It looks not clear, so I used tape to get rid of powder but it’s not worth it. Is there any solution?

[@BalloonMarket]

The powder is usually inside the balloons to stop them from sticking together. We have found that sometimes there is a little more powder in some balloons then others.

[@haminpark5779]

Balloon Market Do you have any idea which one has little more powder before inflate the deco bubble balloon?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@haminpark5779 no I don't think it is easy to tell which have more powder in than others

[@haminpark5779]

Balloon Market Thanks for reply. However I found white power when I put mini balloons in deco bubble. Do you think it is reason I move or push mini balloons inside deco bubble? White power is too much and it looks not clear.

[@BalloonMarket]

@@haminpark5779 It may also be coming from the little balloons. Perhaps you could wipe them with Balloon Shine before inserting them into the deco bubbles?

[@trevorturner6212]

I am new to these bubble balloons and need some advice, I filled one up today and after about 6/7 hours it started to sink to the floor, I don’t think I exceeded any weight. And I’m using genie helium

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Trevor! Hopefully we can help :). Can I ask a few questions? Did you inflate the balloons until the creases disappeared? Which method are you using to secure the neck? Did you add any extra weight such as confetti, balloon tail etc?

[@imhisapple1105]

I also am new at this. I got all of my balloons for Valentine's Day. In within hours, my balloons have gone down. I will try to use the tying tips with tying in different directions. I just am getting discouraged with these. I sold one on yesterday and I guarantee you it's flat today before Valentine's Day...oh goodness

[@nadiascott1413]

Hi my bubble balloons with vinyl writting placed on them keep spinning round, is there a technique that would stop this from happening. Thank you for all these videos I learnt so much from them 😀

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Nadia! Oh I'm not quite sure what you mean sorry?

[@nadiascott1413]

Hi sorry, didn't really explain this very well. When making gum ball type deco balloon filled with helium and I have a personalised vinyl lettering on one side the balloon always spins which isn't good for photos. Is there a reason for this. Thanks 😊

[@BalloonMarket]

@@nadiascott1413 there isn't really a way to stop a balloon spinning unfortunately

[@dipeshpatel8974]

Can I ask where you purchased your hose and trigger for your canister?

[@BalloonMarket]

You can purchase these from balloonmarket.co.uk :)

[@jessicacampbell6550]

How’s the bubble doing with heat seal? You said you were going to keep it.

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Jessica We did a few tests to see how long they lasted. When just heat sealing, some stayed inflated as long as you would expect a Bubble to stay inflated, others did go down sooner which we think is due to us not getting the settings on the heat sealer right. If you’re interested with heat sealing the Bubbles, I would recommend doing float life tests at different settings as all heat sealers are different. The Bubbles that had the best float life were both heat-sealed and tied with 160Q, this is what Mark was talking about with 41 days float time. Hope this helps!

[@wannabemolly1455]

If you stuff the bubble balloon with a colored latex and heat seal the Bubble (air inflated), will the latex balloon stay inflated as well for the same length of time?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! It would stay up the same amount of time if it were tied. We have a video on this here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zou9iISVf55ljqc

[@hahabobblehead2059]

Hello, my deco bubble balloon seam keeps deforming by going to one side once inflated. Any ideas on why this might be happening and what I could do to stop it from happening?

[@BalloonMarket]

It might be because the weight of the contents is over to one side causing that part of the balloon to stretch more then the other. If you use the tips in the video hopefully this should help :)

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Please can we check how you are inflating the Bubble? And whether you are putting anything inside before inflation?

[@shannonkellyxo]

@@BalloonMarket hi do you need to stretch the bubble balloons before inflating?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@shannonkellyxo no you do not, you can inflate it for use straightaway.

[@eventsforyou1254]

i also filled my bubble balloon with helium but it deflated after a few hours, how do i stop this from happening ?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Sometimes this can happen if the balloon is not tied tight enough and helium escapes :) We would recommend using a 160Q Balloon to tie off the bubble.

[@amywingfield2570]

Hiya how do you know how much confetti or feathers can go in each size balloon

[@BalloonMarket]

Really tricky one! Worth playing around but generally we would say around 8grams for 20" and 10 - 15grams for 24"

[@sabahostaiza1336]

where can I buy this products in the states? what kind of feathers do u use

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Sebah, I'm not too sure i'm afraid, we get our feather's manufactured here locally.

[@BalloonArtworks]

We haven't had any problems with bubbles, but this is good to know just in case. Thanks for another great episode. Is it wrong that we've already eaten the Haribo you sent with Friday's order (and it's not even 11am)? Feeling a little ashamed!!!

[@BalloonMarket]

There's absolutely nothing wrong with that! :D I would say it's a must!

[@nazminbegum2526]

Hi what size box do you need for a 24inch bubble balloon? Do you sell them?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Nazmin! Yes we sell the Bubbles Boxes which are specifically designed for these balloons :) I will pop a link here www.balloonmarket.co.uk/accessories/retail-accessories/balloon-boxes/bubble-box-10

[@Orchidart59]

Sealing after you have cut. Should you cut straight line? Just can't seem to get it right. And what heat temp is best on resealing? Please and thank you. CHERYL-ANNE

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Thanks for your comment. It would be best to cut along the line of the balloon. Heat sealers vary from model to model but usually, the temperature should be set around 2 or 3. I hope this helps!

[@raushanpatel1]

hi when i add feathers and mini balloons inside the clear balloon why is it that feathers stick onto the mini balloons together is there any way to prevent this

[@BalloonMarket]

It's due to static, as far as we are aware there isn't a way to stop this unfortunately

[@xlifewiththealis1522]

Can I ask do I need to use HI FLOAT in bubbles or they last long without it?

[@BalloonMarket]

They will float for a long time without Hi Float! You can use Hi Float in bubbles to make foil confetti stick to the outside. Sue Bowler has a great blog on this - theverybestballoonblog.blogspot.com/2018/03/how-to-make-confetti-filled-deco-bubble.html

[@xlifewiththealis1522]

@@BalloonMarket thank you

[@kreativelykrafty6044]

Thanks so much for the great information. Its truly appreciate.

[@BalloonMarket]

You are very welcome Katrina :)

[@tracywalker4596]

Which clear balloons are the best for helium ...also can high float go in them?.

[@BalloonMarket]

The Deco Bubbles are great with helium - they have a long float life! You wouldn't need to use Hi-Float to extend the float life but you can use Hi-Float to help foil confetti stick around the balloon!

[@lovely.king18]

So is it safe to say Qualatex bubble balloons are not fully round? They're kinda flat correct?

[@BalloonMarket]

That is correct. They are not spherical.

[@lovely.king18]

@@BalloonMarket Does qualatex have a more rounded clear bubble balloon?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@lovely.king18 Oh I'm afraid not but from a front view they look round :)

[@emilieb.9845]

Hi ! I'm writing to you (sorry for my bad english) because I've a problem with personalisation of bubble balloons... I watched your video and I think maybe you could help me. I inflate bubble balloon (qualatex) with Hélium (air product) and tie it with the best technique (260Q). I stick my vinyl (avery) but, after 30 minutes, the vinyl make bubbles (is peeling off). I do this in a room without temperature variations... I tested by inflating the bubble balloon with air and no problem in this case ! I don't undestand... Thanks for your help !

[@BalloonMarket]

Is the vinyl bubbling or more like it is falling off the balloon?

[@emilieb.9845]

@@BalloonMarket Thanks ! The vinyl makes bubbles and peels off in some places but it doesn't fall off completely... I have a photo if you want. I don't understand that everything is ok with air mais not with helium...

[@BalloonMarket]

@@emilieb.9845 Yes it seems strange. Please can you email over the image to [e-mail]. The offices are about to close for the evening but we can get back to you tomorrow :)

[@hyetension6595]

How many hours of float time can I get with helium?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Hye, It does depend on how much helium you put into the balloon, but the 20" Deco Bubble Balloons will float for a few weeks and the 24" for 3-5 weeks.

[@ayeshahsuleman4349]

My bubble balloons only last a few days, what can I do to make them last longer? Many thanks

[@millylopez6913]

How long will the Bobo balloon stay up with helium

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! Unfortunately, this isn't something we've tried although we believe it'd have a similar float time as a Clearz which is approximately 3 days 🎈

[@imaanrahman1390]

Could you do a video making a “hot air balloon” with flowers using a deco bubble?

[@BalloonMarket]

We can certainly add it to the list of suggested videos!

[@azrakurtovic800]

Hello, i was wondering if this would work. So in doing a gender reveal party for my sister and i wanted to do the no mess reveal. I wanted to know is this doable with helium? So once the inside balloon is popped, will the bubble balloon still float? I feel it should work, but haven’t tried it yet so I thought i would ask an expert first lol ❤️

[@BalloonMarket]

Responded on the last comment😃

[@terrymathews8177]

I had an issue after adding about 4 or 5 pumps of air so confetti would stick with static the balloon would not float so I don't know if I had too much confetti or too much air

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Terry. We have found that it really does need trial and error. It depends on how static you get the balloon which can depend on so many variables. We did find that the little plastic bags the frily weights come in are pretty good at creating static. But however static you might get the balloons, all it needs it a couple of people bumping into them and the confetti falls to the bottom. You could try the hi-float technique Sue Bowler demonstrated in her blog. The link is in the description. Hope this helps. Greg :)

[@Bradley9967]

How do you apply vinyl with out getting static marks?

[@BalloonMarket]

Have you tried using the paper transfer tape rather than clear application tape?

[@Bradley9967]

@@BalloonMarket I haven't. Thats a good idea. 👍

[@jakeglennon6164]

Name a more iconic duo I'll wait 😂

[@lilylousofambleside7340]

I've watched so many of your videos, but I can't get my deco bubblier;es to stay up more than a few days, any ideas why?!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hello! Can I ask, how are you securing the balloons? Are you using a size guide? Are you adding anything to the balloon such as confetti, mini balloons, balloon tails etc?

[@light405]

Can someone please explain to me the difference between a Deco bubble, Bobo bubble, and an Aqua bubble. They’re clear and look the same. HELP!!!

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! They are each manufactured by a different company. They are all stretchy plastic balloons but have different takes on that - for example the Aqua Balloons are softer than the Deco Bubbles and this is why it's easier to personalise the Deco Bubbles. I'm afraid I don't have any experience with the Bobo Balloons but I believe they are very similar to the Aqua Balloons as in they are soft.

[@Bradley9967]

Aqua is supposedly clearer. They are manufactured at the same factory but owned by different companies.

[@MeditationSoundsUK]

Do you recommend using hifloat in bubble balloons?

[@BalloonMarket]

Not for extra float time but you can use Hi-Float to help foil confetti stick all around the balloon! Sue Bowler has a great blog on this - theverybestballoonblog.blogspot.com/2018/03/how-to-make-confetti-filled-deco-bubble.html

[@MeditationSoundsUK]

@@BalloonMarket Thank you. What about adding a 160Q to a heat sealed balloon? Will this make much of a difference in life?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@MeditationSoundsUK it certainly wouldn't hurt to add an extra secure to make sure air/helium is not escaping through the neck :).

[@sharmaynepillay5590]

Love to buy one

[@eventsforyou1254]

what is the elastic balloon tie called ?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi there! These balloons used to toe off the bubble are the 160Qs :)

[@takuna.kariauli6200]

Can you pls add russian subtitles on the videos idont understand everything

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Lukas, have you tried KZbin's auto-translate function? I'm afraid we don't speak Russian so can't check if it works properly ourselves, but hopefully it should help. Please let us know!

[@seymore1532]

What's the difference between a bubble balloon & a aqua bubble?

[@BalloonMarket]

They are different brands but both clear plastic balloons

[@raheemzafari]

How do we use a small cup to hold the balloon up😭

[@BalloonMarket]

Have you tried the Maxi Cup & Stick? They are currently out of stock but more stock will be arriving in April. You can sign up to be notified of when they are back in stock here - www.balloonmarket.co.uk/accessories/balloon-valves-sticks/maxicup-sticks

[@raeesakhan8951]

Hi there My bubble starts deflating minutes after I fill it with air and tie it up with a knot and I keep thinking it’s the weather. Any tips? Where do we get 160q from? I’m confused

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Raeesa! We would definitely recommend tying the Bubbles like Mark does in this video with t a 160Q, rather than just a knot. This will be much more secure! I will pop a link to our 160Q Balloons below :)

[@BalloonMarket]

balloonmarket.co.uk/latex-balloons/entertainer-decor/160q-entertainer-balloons

[@mandyr2419]

Hi Greg! Can you please tell me how many seconds you should hold it when heat sealing? Seems like mark did maybe 3 seconds?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Mandy! It depends on your heat sealer - it will be different for each heat sealer I am afraid! It will not be too long though - if the heat sealer is very hot, 3 seconds may be too long.

[@sherispaul]

How long does this last?

[@BalloonMarket]

The balloons should float, depending on what is added to the inside, for around 7 days.

[@sherrierichards9152]

Are smaller bubbles available Mark?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Sherrie, There are 12 inch bubbles available: www.balloonmarket.co.uk/bubble/themed-bubbles/air-fill

[@sherrierichards9152]

Balloon Market Thanks but I am in the U.S and I understood that You do not ship here.

[@BalloonMarket]

Ah we don't currently no, in that case you should be able to get them from your local Qualatex supplier.

[@tonyas2239]

Can you reuse these balloons?

[@BalloonMarket]

No you can't unfortunately

[@melodymoochu]

how long do they last

[@BalloonMarket]

It really depends on what you are adding to the balloons - the more weight you add to the balloon, the shorter the float life. But they have a similar float life to a foil balloon!

[@melodymoochu]

@@BalloonMarket thanks

[@user-pd4wn9qg7y]

האם אפשר לנפח בלון זה בהליום ללא האקדח שהראת בסרטון?

[@BalloonMarket]

You can use different nozzles to inflate this balloon, however the trigger valve which is used in this video is the preferred type as the small tip will not stretch the valve :)

[@user-pd4wn9qg7y]

עם זרבובית רגילה של הליום זה טוב?

[@BalloonMarket]

@@user-pd4wn9qg7y Yes you can use this type of nozzle, you would just need to be very careful not to stretch the valve :)

[@mmwkidvideos5808]

Having trouble getting the inside balloon to pop?

[@BalloonMarket]

What do you mean, sorry?

[@mmwkidvideos5808]

@@BalloonMarket I am sorry! I see that this is about bubble balloons, not bobo balloons! I am having trouble getting the inside balloon (inside the bobo) to pop, for gender reveals, etc! I will keep searching! Thanks for answering!

[@BalloonMarket]

@@mmwkidvideos5808 We would recommend you watch our Qualatex Demo Day KZbin video, however we don't have any videos on bobo balloons unfortunately.

[@sharonmcknight1599]

Why do my bubble balloons not float? Any help anyone?

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi Sharon! Have you followed the tips in our video? There are a number of factors which can cause the Bubble Balloons to not float - the tie needs to be very secure and also weight can drag the balloon down.

[@SerjoMarriaci]

Try ro inflate Chines 24’ bubbles 😁

[@krupalumagicshop8287]

hello friend can you please send me link for gender reveal bubble balloon which was live before few month aprox 48 min nice video

[@BalloonMarket]

Hi, Julie shows how to do a gender reveal in this Qualatex live demo day. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYe2mGWKariJZ68. I hope this helps!