Giant Balloons - 3 Foot

Over-sized, high quality latex balloons from Qualatex. 3-foot diameter.

Average flying time is 2-5 days, which is a conservative estimate. Actual flying time will vary depending on inflation size, temperature, and atmospheric conditions. Cloudbuster balloons should be brought in during the evening and bad weather including rain and wind.

These are made with raw latex materials to help withstand the sun's ultraviolet rays, while the slender neck makes inflation easy.

*Helpful Hints for Inflating Jumbo Balloons*
1. Before filling balloons, you must put on proper eye protection, such as glasses or goggles, and proper ear protection, such as ear plugs or earmuffs, to protect against accidental breakage.
2. Make sure you have enough helium to inflate this balloon. You will need at least 113 cubic feet of helium!
3. Consider the inflation area. Ideally, inflate balloons in the area they will be used. Remember that a fully inflated, Jumbo Balloon will not fit through standard sized doors. Make sure the inflation area is large enough to accommodate the balloon and is clear of sharp objects.
4. Consider inflating with an assistant. Because of the size of the balloon, it will be difficult to determine by yourself how close you are to full inflation size. If another person is not available, establish benchmarks in the room that will help you determine the inflation size.
5. If buying a 6 foot balloon, it should be noted that the balloon will fill to a full 6 foot diameter but it is not recommended to fill any larger than that. It should also be noted that helium will expand as the temperature rises. To guard against premature rupture on days when you expect a high temperature change, it is recommended that you fill balloons to 70-80% of capacity to allow for expansion.
6. Position the balloon neck to cover the regulator nozzle, and maintain a tight grip while inflating.
7. For best results, when using Jumbo Balloons, also purchase and use one of our attractive pennants to display the balloon. First, take end of pennant and make a loop on end of pennant string in about a 3 inch diameter with a strong knot. Then, fill the balloon to desired size and loop fill nozzle of balloon through pennant loop. Then, twist both the balloon and the balloon nozzle a few turns to cut off flow of air before using a cable tie. The tie may or may not be included with the balloon to tie off the balloon above pennant loop. We have had several customers who have told us they were able to prolong the life of their jumbo balloon by bringing it down each night and putting it inside tied to the floor while filled with helium so the balloon was not up against the ceiling and then in the morning taking off the cable tie making sure no helium escapes and then topping off the balloon following the directions above (since latex is a permeable membrane you will loose helium daily) and then closing off the balloon with a new cable tie. No claim can be made as to how long these balloons may last but the better care you take of them the longer they may last.

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*If you are doing helium balloons outside, preinflate the balloons with an air pump with air first and let it all out. You don't want to waste helium. And you can do this in advance of the event. It is a good thing to do this will all size balloons outdoors. We prefer to do this for 30" or greater balloon indoor work also but don't always have the time. It pre-stretches the balloon and if it bursts you haven't lost all that helium. You can’t control what a latex balloon will do, ever.

The longer the air stays in it, the better. Let it sit overnight with a clothes pin to hold it tight. Fill with helium and tie in a knot the next morning when you are ready to install outdoors

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FAQs

Can I order multiple types of shovels at once?

Absolutely! We love helping customers create the perfect combination of ceremonial shovels for their special event. Whether you're envisioning a mix of our stunning gold-plated shovels alongside chrome ones, or you'd like to include some custom-painted shovels to match your brand colors – we've got you covered. Many of our clients find that having different shovel styles adds a wonderful visual element to their ceremony, and we're happy to help you select the perfect combination that fits your vision and budget.

Are engraving services available for shovels?

You bet! Our engraving services are one of our most popular offerings, and for good reason. We take great pride in helping you personalize your ceremonial shovels with meaningful messages, company logos, dates, or any special text you'd like. Our skilled engravers can work with various fonts and styles to create exactly what you're looking for. Whether you need one shovel engraved or twenty, we'll ensure each piece tells your story beautifully and becomes a cherished keepsake of your special day. We cannot engrave on custom-painted shovels. Only chrome and gold plated shovel blades.

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Let us help you create that picture-perfect ceremonial moment! While our ceremonial shovels are often the stars of the show – including our stunning customization: painted in your brand colors, decorated with special designs, or personalized with ceremony name and date stem embedding – we offer a wonderful array of complementary items to make your event truly special. Our most popular item is our Ground Breaking Ceremony Display Box, with multiple sand color options for your event! Many of our clients also love our premium hard hats and stands (both can also be customized!), commemorative plaques and keepsakes, and ceremonial bows and stands for their beautifully unique shovels. We can help you put together a complete package that not only looks fantastic during the ceremony but also creates lasting mementos of your special day. Just let us know your vision, and we'll help bring it to life!

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