WHAT IS HI-FLOAT?
HI-FLOAT and SUPER HI-FLOAT are aqueous solutions containing a special water soluble plastic. They dry inside the latex balloon to form a barrier coating which helps hold in helium. This coating greatly increases the floating life of the balloon. WHEN TO USE HI-FLOAT?
A simple rule of thumb is that you may use Hi-FLOAT if the coating is on the inside of the balloon.
IS HI-FLOAT 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. FLOATING LIFE When used properly, SUPER HI-FLOAT increases floating life about ten times. The following table shows the typical floating lives for various sizes of balloons.
| Latex Balloon Size |
Latex Balloon Type |
Number of Balloons Per 242 Helium Tank |
Average Flying Time Helium Only* |
Average Flying Time Helium and SUPER HI-FLOAT |
Average Flying Time Helium and Ultra HI-FLOAT * |
| 11” | STANDARD COLORS | 485 | 12-24 hrs. | 4-10 days | 1-4 weeks |
| 11” | METALLIC & PEARLIZED |
485 | 12-24 hrs. | 4-7 days | 1-3 weeks |
| 14” | ROUND | 240 | 26-30 hrs. | 8-14 days | 2-5 weeks |
| 16” | ROUND | 180 | 30+ hrs. | 14-20 days | 3-7 weeks |
| 18” | ROUND | 130 | 36+ hrs. | 16-24 days | 3-8 weeks |
| 17” | HEART | 268 | 14 hrs. | 2-3 days | 3-8 weeks |
| 16” | GEO DONUT® | 340 | 22-26 hrs. | 3-5 days | 4-12 days |
| 16” | GEO BLOSSOM ® | 400 | 18-24 hrs. | 2-4 days | 3-10 days |
| 24” | ROUND | 50 | 2-4 days | 18-30 days | 4-10 weeks |
| 3’ | GIANT | 15 | 3-5 days | 4-8 weeks | 6-20 weeks |
* Please remember that these are estimates based on typical indoor conditions and following all of the instructions contained in this website. Flying time will be less if outdoors. Flying time varies greatly due to factors such as latex quality, humidity, temperature, altitude, etc. Balloons typically half as long in hot, humid weather. For maximum floating life, hand-tie balloons.
