It is a great idea to use Ultra HI FLOAT in all balloons to ensure the most amazing looking balloons are around for many days to come. Foil Balloons DO NOT require Ultra HI FLOAT, and will last 3+ days dependant on the environment
Latex Balloon Size |
Latex Balloon Type |
Number of Balloons Per 242 Helium Tank |
Average Flying Time Helium Only* |
Average Flying Time Helium and SUPER HIFLOAT |
Average Flying Time Helium and Ultra HIFLOAT * |
30cm | STANDARD COLORS | 485 | 12-18 hrs. | 4-10 days | 1-4 weeks |
30cm | METALLIC & PEARLIZED |
485 | 12-16 hrs. | 4-7 days | 1-3 weeks |
45cm | ROUND | 180 | 30+ hrs. | 14-20 days | 3-7 weeks |
60cm | ROUND | 50 | 2-4 days | 18-30 days | 4-10 weeks |
90cm | GIANT | 15 | 3-5 days | 4-8 weeks | 6-20 weeks |
At Balloon Bouquets Melbourne we want all our customers to be happy customers, so if you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask us.
WHAT IS HIFLOAT?
HI-FLOAT is a water-soluble plastics specially formulated to hold in helium. They dry inside the latex balloon to form a barrier coating which helps hold in helium. When used properly the new ULTRA HI-FLOAT can make balloons float up to 25 times longer.
WHEN TO USE HIFLOAT?
A simple rule of thumb is that you may use HIFLOAT if the coating is on the inside of the balloon.
IS HIFLOAT SAFE?
Yes. HI-FLOAT is non-toxic, non-irritating, non-corrosive, non-flammable and biodegradable. They are very similar to the adhesive found on the back of postage stamps. Wash off the skin with water. If accidentally splashed into the eyes, flush with water for several minutes.
When used properly, ULTRA HI-FLOAT can make balloons float up to 25 times longer.. The following table shows the typical floating lives for various sizes of balloons.