Balloon
weights were originally introduced by the Silver Balloon Association to help
prevent legislation banning foil balloons in California. The original ones were
cardboard with a printed warning on them. They have evolved into much more.
Today there are many sizes, types and styles to choose from. Balloon Weights
should be used on every helium filled balloon for one major reason: They
increase customer satisfaction. (There is nothing worse than a child crying
because his balloon flew away) Different balloons
require different size weights. Here is a reference of the requirements.
Remember that latex balloons can be overfilled—so there is a range on the
actual weight required. These weights are those needed at sea level. It takes a
lot less weight to hold a balloon down in Denver, Colorado.
BALLOONS
18"
- 8 grams
26"
- 15 grams
28
- 30" - 30 grams (3-D Shapes)
36"
- 65 grams
These
are the recommendations of the Silver Balloon Association.
LATEX
BALLOONS
9"
- 9 to 12 grams
11
- 12" - 12 to 15 grams
14"
- 25 to 30 grams
16"
- 50 to 60 grams
To
determine the actual weight you need to hold down more than one balloon, add up
the weight needed for each balloon in the bouquet.
Balloon
Weights can be sold. They don't have to be an expense. They can be written on
with a permanent marker, and turned into the gift tag. Compare that with a gift
card! Turning them into an advertisement is also simple—Just put a label on
the back of the balloon weight. If you really want an advertisement that will be
around a long time, just add a magnet or key ring.
There
are several ways to attach a ribbon to the weight: You can tie them on. You can
attach with your store label, or tape. You can quick tie them with different
"Quick tie" clips..
Because
many balloons are used by children, it is important that all weights meet the
CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) guidelines. I do have to mention that
one of the existing and cheapest balloon weights, the silver jingle bell, does
not meet those safety requirements. Many of the grocery chains, and larger
stores have totally shifted away from using those bells.
The
main thing to remember when buying Balloon Weights is that you are buying a
decorative WEIGHT. If you buy a less expensive weight, and need to use two for a
latex or foil balloon, was it really a bargain?
Balloon Weights by
Control Plastics are the best buy. Not only are they less expensive, they are heavier:
Regular weights-
8-10 grams (compares with competitors at 7-8 grams)
HeavyWeights- 15-17
grams (compares with competitors 13 grams)
Extra Heavy weights-
30 grams- ( there is nothing to compare with)
Compact Jumbo-
100-110 grams ( compares with competitors 80-85 grams)
Jumbo Weights-
130-150 grams ( there is nothing to compare with)
Ask
your distributor to sell you the best weights. Or buy from a distributor who
does sell the best.