Your Big Inflatables Need Tarps, and Here&#;s Why
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Browsing through the products on our website, you&#;re going to see a whole lot of fun backyard party items. Bounce houses, inflatable water slides, party tents, dunk tanks &#; it all makes you think of throwing a party, doesn&#;t it? But then you&#;ll spot something that makes you scratch your head. Why the heck are we selling &#; tarps? What is a tarp category&#;a whole category!&#;doing on this otherwise fun website?
This isn&#;t some strange gag where only we know the punchline. Tarps play an integral role in the safe operation of your bounce house, whether it&#;s a big commercial inflatable or one of our exclusive consumer grade vinyl crossover inflatables. And choosing the right tarp for your inflatables is a simple but incredibly important step.
Let&#;s take a few moments to discuss tarps and answer a few important questions. What is a tarp? Why do you need one for your bounce house? How do you choose the right tarp(s) for your inflatables? And while we&#;re on the subject, what other uses can you get out of this tarp around the house?
What is a Tarp?
It&#;s probably safe to assume that most of you reading this already know what a tarp is, or at least have a vague idea. But let&#;s very briefly recap, shall we?
A tarp is a large sheet of material designed to protect something from damage or the elements. It&#;s sort of like a huge blanket you can use to cover something with to help keep it safe. Or, to cover the ground and protect something you&#;re setting up on top of it.
The list of uses for tarps would take longer to rattle off than a round trip visit to Mars. They&#;re used to cover cargo on 18-wheelers and trains. Roofers use them to protect the inside of your home from the elements while they&#;re working. Farmers use them to cover hay. Some people even use them to build makeshift shelters, propping them up in some way to make tents.
Of course, most of you reading this aren&#;t roofing, or filming one of those harrowing disaster survival reality shows on TV. So how is a tarp useful around the home for someone who doesn&#;t need one professionally?
Well, let&#;s irritate our moms a little here and answer a question with another question. Do you own things you&#;d like to keep outdoors, but that you also want to protect from rain, sun fading, or mild debris on windy days?
Tarps can be used to cover patio furniture, or a riding lawn mower, or a wood pile for your fireplace. You can tie one up as a temporary sun shade while gardening, or lay it out on the floor while carving pumpkins. Some rather intrepid pickup truck owners have even lined their truck beds with them to create what could be generously described as a makeshift mobile swimming pool.
What Does a Tarp Do to Protect a Bounce House?
So what is a tarp&#;s role in safely operating a bounce house? I mean, you&#;ve seen bounce houses set up before, but you never saw the tarp, right? Well, that&#;s because the tarp was underneath it!
Before you roll out your bounce house, you should lay out a tarp on the ground that&#;s large enough to completely separate the bounce house from the grass. In other words, if the footprint of your bounce house is around 14&#; x 14&#;, you&#;ll want a tarp that&#;s at least 14&#; x 14&#;, or even 15&#; x 15&#;.
The reasons you need to use tarps with bounce houses and other inflatables are plentiful. Here are a few of the big ones:
Your tarp keeps the underside of your bounce house clean and dry during operation
It protects the bounce house from any debris (rocks, twigs, etc.) on the ground you may have missed before setting up
The tarp prevents scuffing damage from the bounce house slightly moving around while in use. And also ...
On hard surfaces (say, in a school gymnasium), the tarp prevents the bounce house from moving too erratically and helps keep it anchored
For inflatable water slides and slip and splash slides , a tarp can help protect the ground from turning into a muddy, soggy mess
Okay &#; But Do I Really
Need
a Tarp?
Tarps are incredibly beneficial, but do you absolutely, positively need to use one? Not necessarily. While we very strongly recommend using tarps with your bounce house, you can technically set up without one.
If you opt to not use a tarp, you&#;ll need to put extra care into ensuring the area where you&#;re setting up is completely free of debris that might cause damage and leave you patching the bounce house later. You&#;ll also need to spend more time cleaning your bounce house after the party is over, as they can get quite filthy without the protection of a high quality tarp.
Tarps may seem expensive, but they help ensure your bounce house lasts longer. And you&#;ll manage to find a lot of uses for your tarp when the bounce house is packed away in storage, too. Just make sure the tarp you&#;re buying is big enough that the entire bounce house fits on top of it. You may want to go a foot or two bigger even, just to be safe.
Contact us to discuss your requirements of Wholesale Inflatable Water Swimming Pool. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.
If you need any help choosing the best tarp for the job, please don&#;t hesitate to give us a call today at 716-566-. Pogo&#;s team of backyard fun experts is standing by to point you in the right direction. Which, given that we&#;re discussing bounce houses, is skyward!
Below, we answer all of our most frequently asked questions. Any questions we haven't answered? No worries, simply get in touch and we'll provide you with any further information you might need.
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What is the difference between Sealed and Constant Airflow Inflatables.
Constant airflow inflatables are machine-stitched and require a blower to continuously pump air through the inflatable to keep it firm. The obstacle course is kept inflated via a standard 6m air inlet tube attached to the blower.
Sealed inflatables are hot air welded or glued and when inflated are completely airtight. This includes our sealed modular inflatables (Aqua Adventure Series, Aqua Fun Series and Tiny Tot Series) and toys & games.
Do I need to worry about product height, obstacle height and slide height.
The obstacle and slide height are important to ensure your inflatables will be suitable in the pools water depth.
What is the minimum water depth for Aflex inflatables.
We adhere to minimum water depths as per the Australian Standard AS.4.5 calculation.
Minimum water depth = (platform height in metres + 1.8m (average height of user)) /2
e.g. Minimum water depth for 1.1m high slide
(1.1m + 1.8m)/2 = 1.45m
How long does it take to inflate the products.
Allow 10-15 minutes for average constant airflow inflatables. Sealed modular inflatables may take slightly longer depending on sizes and number of products.
How do I set up Aflex constant airflow inflatables.
Refer to our video showing how to set up Aflex constant airflow inflatables.
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How do I set up Aflex sealed inflatables.
Refer to our video showing how to set up Aflex sealed inflatables.
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I've lost my Aflex Operations Guide, what should I do.
We supply an Aflex Operations Guide with all inflatable orders. If you've misplaced yours - no worries - simply click here to get in touchand we'll supply you with a new one.
How should I store my inflatables.
We recommend storing inflatables only when they are completely dry. After lifting from the water, wipe dry with towels. For constant airflow inflatables, leave inflated on the side of the pool with the blower still attached and running to help dry out the product from the inside. For long term storage we recommend storing on a trolley to keep it off the ground.
How many lifeguards do I need for Aflex aquatic inflatables.
Each facility will need to undertake their own risk assessment to determine the placement and numbers of lifeguards.
What is the lifespan of an Aflex inflatable.
Aflex inflatables will remain in good condition for 3 years on average with regular use (i.e. most weekends and school holidays). Some of our clients have been using their inflatables well over 5 years and they remain in good condition.
How do I take the best care of my Aflex inflatables.
Ensure products are dried well after use, rolled up and lifted carefully onto a trolley for storage. Do not drag your inflatables. Your Aflex Operations Guide provided with your product includes a full checklist as to how to take the best care of your inflatables. View the following instructional video for more information.
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How do I repair a hole or a rip in my inflatable.
Minor abrasions are easily repaired with patches and glue. Refer to your Aflex Operations Guide for repairing instructions or contact Aflex. Refer to the above 'Caring for Your Inflatables' video for instructions to repair a hole in your inflatable.
How do I prevent mildew in the inflatable.
Mildew is not usually a problem if the inflatable is stored correctly. The easiest way to prevent mildew is to ensure the inflatable is not stored wet. It is very easy to dry by simply leaving the inflatable on the pool-side after use, with the blower still running. The warm air is pumped in and it dries from the inside very quickly. Excess water on the outside can be dried off with towels.
Will the thread rot and the stitching come apart.
At Aflex we use extremely heavy-duty, synthetic, rot-proof thread and specially designed multiple-seaming techniques incorporating several rows of stitching to ensure an extremely durable product.
How do I know if the correct air pressure is being used for my inflatable.
An easy method to check if the air pressure is correct is to ensure that the inflated tubes or pads are tight to walk on. It is important that the correct pressure is maintained for the safety of users and for prolonging the lifespan of the inflatable.
How many children should be on the inflatable at any one time.
This depends on a number of different factors including the size of the inflatable. Refer to product information sheet supplied with your inflatable for details.
How are Aflex products shipped.
This depends on the time frame and the size of products. Choose air freight for prompt delivery. For larger orders, we often recommend sea freight for better shipping economy.
What accessories will I need for my Aflex inflatables.
Our friendly sales team will ensure you will have all of the required accessories for your inflatable/s. Generally a blower/pump and carry sheet or trolley are necessary.
Air was coming through from my constant airflow inflatable. Is this normal.
Yes, this is normal however no growth should be allowed to form. Regular cleaning, by wiping the underside of the inflatable with a leather glove, will enhance the life of the product. This can easily be managed through a maintenance programme.
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