We do not recommend LATEX BALLOON RELEASES Balloon releases have been popular in the past. They help give closure to a grieving process, or celebrate a remembrance, but they cause a lot of environmental damage. Even if the balloon is biodegradable. They are good for the soul but bad for the environment.

We have been supplying only the best quality 100% natural rubber latex balloons in Coffs Harbour for just under 30 years. We have been told many times, we have the the best looking balloons in Coffs Harbour. The balloons we use ARE BIODEGRADABLE and in the Coffs climate they biodegrade at a faster rate than they would in a colder climate. Ageing and degrading is accelerated by our heat, humidity and sea air. If you are a keen gardener and make proper compost you can turn our latex balloon waste into soil in under 12 months. ALL BALLOONS ARE NOT EQUAL - almost all balloons sold in the bigger stores have a synthetic base. They sell at a cheaper price point and are compounded to improve shelf life. Depending on the compounding they may degrade over time but often very slowly.

We also use and supply FOIL balloons The term FOIL covers a range of types - some with special uses. The most common foil balloon is made of Mylar. This is not readily biodegradable. PIN IT and BIN IT ! … All non-latex balloon products, clips and ribbons, should be collected and disposed of in your non recyclable rubbish. NEVER RELEASE FOIL Balloons they can cause considerable damage to power lines, even aircraft.

A whisper - Trade secret … A true biodegradable balloon will start to loose its shiny new look within about 12 hours, depending on the humidity. The surface begins to oxidise developing a dull patina that increases with exposure age. Air filled latex balloons can be prepared in advance of your event and stored overnight in large black garbage bags. Stored like this, they will hold their nice new look for several days.