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Apr 18, 2024

Outdoor Balloon Arch

Colorful Outdoor Balloon Arch [Image source: www.dreamarkevents.com]

What do you recommend to make an outdoor arch frame and what type of balloons do you recommend? Thanks. ANSWER: Hi DeShell, For a walk-through outdoor

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Apr 18, 2024

How to keep clear balloons clear

I am having a hard time making my helium filled clear balloons crystal clear. I bought the super hi-float (the woman at hi-float said I can use super

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Apr 16, 2024

How do I put a price on balloon columns, arches and bouquets

I am just starting out in the balloon decorating business and would like to know how to put a price on things. ANSWER: Hi Jeff, Welcome to the world

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Apr 07, 2024

Balloon Arch Calculator: How Many Balloons for an Arch?

Balloon arch instructions (main image)

How many balloons do you need for an arch or garland? Find out with our simple balloon arch calculator. Works for single-row, clustered and organic arches.

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Mar 29, 2024

Inflating Balloons?

Can you inflate balloons with a general type compressor or do you have to use a balloon air compressor? Does the air from one or the other affect the balloons

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