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Q. How big are the inflatable items?
A. Inflatables are measured flat & uninflated so their size when inflated will be somewhat smaller than the listed measurements depending on the shape of the item. Figure about 85% to 90% of the listed size.
Q. Are Beach Balls measured the same way?
A. Most of our beach balls are measured the same way. Because beach balls are spheres, the listed measurement would be the distance from pole-to-pole, or half the circumference for you math majors out there. The standard size beach ball is 16" pole-to-pole and will come in at around 13" to 14" in diameter. Some of our beach balls are listed as their actual inflated diameter. Usually these will be listed as 12", 13" or 14". If the exact size of a beach ball is very important to you, call us & we'll try to get an actual measurement for the particular beach ball you're interested in.
Q. Can inflatables be filled with helium?
A. Although the inflatables can be filled with helium, they are made of a vinyl material that is too heavy for helium to make float.
Q. What are the inflatables made of?
A. All of our inflatables are made of high quality vinyl - the same material as a beach ball.
Q. How do I blow them up? Do I need a pump?
A. Most of our inflatables can be blown up by mouth, but if you're inflating lots of them or some of our larger ones (over 48"), then a pump may come in handy.
Q. What are the different types of pumps you sell and how are they different?
A. We have 3 types of pumps:
- Our AC Pumps (Pump120v & PumpACPro) plug in and work wherever power is available. the ACPro is a heavy duty pump recommended for professional applications.
- Our Rechargeable pump (PumpRechar) is great for the beach, camping or anywhere an electrical outlet is not available. It only works when charged, cannot be used by simply plugging it in.
- Our 12v pump (Pump12v) can be plugged into a cigarette lighter for convenient use directly from your vehicle.
Q. Are they shipped inflated?
A. No, all of our inflatables will require inflation upon delivery.
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