Helium for balloons: All important information about balloon gas for birthdays
Balloons are a must at every children's birthday party. With their countless motifs, they create excitement at every party and make children's eyes light up. Helium balloons are particularly popular: they float in the air and are available with many different designs.
At kinderparties.ch you can find out what's important about helium for balloons. We summarize the advantages, how to fill the balloons and how to dispose of them. We also introduce you to our high-quality balloons for the next children's birthday party.
What are the advantages of helium balloons?
Helium balloons are quick and easy to inflate, rise in the air and are harmless.
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How many balloons can I fill with one bottle of helium?
We offer helium bottles with which you can fill up to 50 balloons - smaller models are also available.
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What should I pay attention to when filling the balloons?
Helium cylinders should not be used in closed rooms and must be protected from heat.
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How do I dispose of helium balloon gas after the party?
Helium balloon gas is disposed of as scrap metal after it has been completely depleted.
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What are the advantages of helium balloons?
If you're currently planning your child's birthday party, you're probably also thinking about the right decorations, including balloons. More and more parents are opting for helium balloons as they have a number of advantages:
Fast filling
With a helium cylinder, you can fill many balloons in a short time. No more tedious blowing up. This means you can fill 50 balloons or more for your child. Helium balloon gas can be conveniently ordered online from us.
Completely harmless
Helium is characterized by the fact that it is non-flammable and non-toxic. This makes it particularly safe to use - especially if children are present. However, we advise against inhaling helium for fun, as this can damage the lungs.
Floating balloons
Once you have filled foil balloons with helium, they float in the air. This is great fun for children. It also ensures that the balloons are easier to see and the beautiful motifs are perfectly staged.
Easy to use
Filling your balloons is particularly easy with our helium balloon gas. The balloon is placed on the bottle mouthpiece. This is then simply tilted downwards and your balloon is filled. This means you can fill numerous balloons in just a few minutes.
As you can see, there are numerous reasons to choose helium balloons. They are easy to fill and delight children with their buoyancy. They are also completely safe and provide lots of fun at the birthday party.
What are the differences between foil balloons and latex balloons?
If you want to buy balloons for a celebration, party or wedding, you will come across foil and latex balloons. The biggest difference between the two materials lies in their durability. Latex balloons have an estimated flight time of up to 12 hours. Foil balloons, on the other hand, can float for several days and, depending on the model, even several weeks. If you opt for foil balloons, your child will enjoy them for a particularly long time. You can buy both versions from us.
How many balloons can I fill with one bottle of helium?
Before you buy helium for balloons, you should think about the number of balloons. Conveniently, our balloon gas comes with a specific indication of how many balloons you can fill with it.
We have bottles for 20, 30 or 50 balloons. The smallest Heliumflasche für bis zu 20 Ballons enthält 200 Liter Helium. Mit ihren Massen von 30 x 19 cm ist sie besonders klein und platzsparend. Hast du für die anstehende Geburtstagsparty einen Raum gemietet, kannst du die Flasche problemlos dorthin transportieren.
Deutlich grösser ist unsere bottle for up to 50 balloons. It contains 400 liters of helium and is therefore ideal for balloon lovers. With its dimensions of 43 × 24.5 cm, it is still handy and easy to transport. Please note that the number of balloons that can be filled depends on the size and the material selected.
Want to buy helium for balloons? You can order balloon gas in various sizes from us:
What should I pay attention to when filling the balloons?
Although filling balloons with helium is relatively easy, there are a few points you should bear in mind. Safety should always come first. Take care not to throw the helium bottle and protect it from heat and sunlight. It should also not be used in enclosed spaces.
Place the cylinder on a firm surface and make sure that it cannot fall over. Then unscrew the valve protection cap and replace it with the bottle mouthpiece. Now put the balloon on top and press the valve down. The helium now flows into the balloon and it is inflated. Once it has reached the desired size, remove it and tie a knot.
If a balloon becomes limp over time, you can reconnect it to the helium bottle and inflate it again. This will make it plump and fly through the air again.
How do I dispose of helium balloon gas after the party?
When you order helium online from us, you will receive a disposable cylinder. This means that the bottle cannot be refilled and must be disposed of after use.
It is therefore important to empty it completely first. Press the valve down until you no longer hear any hissing. The bottle is then empty and can be disposed of. It should be disposed of as scrap iron and can be handed in at a municipal collection point or recycling center.
Your latex or foil balloons should be disposed of in the household waste after emptying.
Buy helium at kinderparties.ch
At kinderparties.ch you will find everything you need for your child's birthday party. The online store was founded in 2016 after our founder's son wanted a different theme for his birthday party every year. First it was a knight party, then a dinosaur party and then a police party.
The preparations took so much time that the idea for kinderparties.ch was born: an online store where parents can order everything for their party. This means you don't have to order costumes, baking tins and balloons from lots of different suppliers, but can get everything from just one supplier.
This also applies to our practical helium bottles, which you can use to fill the balloons for the party quickly and easily. You can choose from various sizes and, of course, you can also order several helium bottles for large parties:
Order the matching balloons at the same time
Our store is characterized by offering parents everything they need for the next children's birthday party. That's why you can not only order balloon gas from us, but also the matching balloons. You can choose between different materials and sizes as well as countless designs. Because our aim is to ensure that every child has the right balloons for their birthday.
A classic for every birthday party is a balloon with the birthday child's age on it. We recommend our roten Zahlen Folienballon. Mit seinen 86 cm ist der Ballon nicht zu übersehen, wenn er unter der Decke schwebt. Seine leuchtende Farbe sorgt für eine tolle Stimmung auf jeder Feier.
Für Autofans haben wir unter anderem den Hot Wheels foil balloon in our range. The speedster has an eye-catching design that will bring speed to any party. Measuring 79 x 43 cm, it can be used as a wonderful background for cool photos.
Mickey Mouse fans will love our cute Minnie Mouse foil balloon. It shows the head of the little mouse smiling happily at the party guests. An eye-catcher at any party and a special surprise for all fans of Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
Discover our party boxes for rent
At kinderparties.ch you will find another special feature: our Party-Kisten zur Miete. Dieses Konzept ist einzigartig in der Schweiz und eine grosse Hilfe für Eltern, die neben dem Alltagsstress eine Party für ihr Kind organisieren müssen.
Unsere Party-Kisten sind in unzähligen Mottos erhältlich und beinhalten alles, was du für die Party brauchst. Entscheidest du dich für unsere games rental box: Outdoor Games Olympics, you will receive various Olympic games. These include crossbow shooting, egg race, can throwing, tug-of-war and twister. The box contains all the equipment you need.
Our Games Hire Crate Police Party - Manhunt is also very popular. The guests have the task of solving a break-in at a police station. To solve the case, they have to create sketch pictures, combine clues and take fingerprints, for example. You'll receive all the utensils for this with the party box for rent.
We offer many other themes and you can choose how many children are at the party and how old they are for each crate. The crate will be delivered at least two days before the party so that you can prepare everything in peace.
Frequently asked questions about balloon gas for birthday parties
No, not all balloons are suitable for helium. Foil balloons are particularly suitable: they stay inflated for a long time and float in the air for up to two weeks. Latex balloons can also be filled with helium and remain inflated for up to 12 hours. It is best to look out for the words "suitable for helium" when buying.
Yes, you can fill helium balloons a day in advance. However, you should definitely use foil balloons for this, as they have a particularly long shelf life. Latex balloons cannot be filled with helium the day before, as they remain sufficiently inflated for a maximum of 12 hours.
You can easily order helium for balloons at kinderparties.ch. We offer balloon gas in various bottle sizes. You can fill up to 50 balloons with them. Just take a look in our store and find the right size for your next party.
Alternatives to helium: balloons with string, balloon stands and AirLoonz
Balloons don't always have to be filled with helium to amaze everyone at the party. There are great alternatives that you can use to create equally beautiful decoration ideas - without any balloon gas.
Balloons with string
Ballons lassen sich auch ohne Helium ganz einfach als Deko verwenden: Einfach mit Luft befüllen und mit einer Schnur an Stühlen, Geschenktischen oder an der Wand befestigen. Das sieht nicht nur schön aus, sondern ist auch besonders praktisch – vor allem für kleine Kinder, die den Ballon greifen und damit spielen können.
Besonders kreativ: Ballon-Ständer
Wenn du eine aussergewöhnliche Deko suchst, sind unsere Ballon-Ständer genau das Richtige für dich. Es gibt sie in verschiedenen Formen, und sie können mit Luftballons befüllt werden – ganz ohne Helium. Damit setzt du ein echtes Highlight auf der Party, zum Beispiel mit unserem Shell balloon mosaic stand or the Party Mosaik-Ballon-Ständer.
AirLoonz
Eine besonders beliebte Alternative sind unsere AirLoonz Ballons. Diese grossen Folienballons stehen ganz ohne Helium von selbst auf dem Boden. Sie bestehen aus mehreren miteinander verbundenen Ballonteilen, werden mit Luft befüllt und sind sofort einsatzbereit. Ob als Zahl zum Geburtstag oder mit beliebten Figuren – AirLoonz are a real eye-catcher and are guaranteed to make children's eyes light up.
Ideal as room decorations or photo spots - and above all super practical because you don't need helium and can use them several times.
Conclusion: Create excitement at the next birthday party with floating balloons
Balloons are part of every party: with helium balloons, you can keep the balloons filled to the brim for several days, which will delight your child. Simply order the balloon gas from kinderparties.ch and choose the right balloons for your child's birthday party.
If you also need decorations and games, we recommend our party crates for hire. With the crates, you'll have everything you need and offer your guests exciting games that will make the birthday unforgettable.
Sources:
- https://www.messer.ch/ballongas
- https://www.carbagas.ch/de/ihre-anwendung/helium-ballons-hochzeit
