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I've never used helium before and I'm a bit intimidated – what should I know?
The Party Perfect™ barrel has been designed specifically for use in the home by a novice and is perfectly safe. However, the barrel is not a toy, so please read the safety instructions on the label before use.

I only want helium for a one-off party and don't want to keep the cylinder—is the Party Perfect™ barrel right for me?
The Party Perfect™ barrel is designed for just such an occasion. You hire the barrel from your local retailer, leaving a refundable deposit. After your party, simply return the empty barrel to the shop and collect your deposit.

What happens if I don't return the barrel after use?
Your deposit (either a credit card slip or uncashed cheque) will not be refunded.

What makes the Party Perfect™ barrel different from disposable cylinders?
The Party Perfect™ barrel has a patented valve which means it can be refilled and rehired time after time. This avoids the need for you to dispose of it after use, making it more environmentally friendly than alternatives.

How do I get the barrel home?
The Party Perfect™ barrel is designed to be portable, with easy-grip carry handles. For your safety, we recommend that you transport the barrel in the boot of your car, rather than the passenger compartment.

Isn't it fiddly and difficult to fill balloons?
The Party Perfect™ barrel has in integrated nozzle so filling balloons couldn't be easier—simply slip the neck of the balloon over the nozzle, hold firmly in place and push the button to inflate.

Can I inhale helium to make my voice sound like Donald Duck?
No! Although helium is not poisonous, it is an asphyxiant (it displaces oxygen in the lungs) and inhalation can lead to serious injury or death.

I'm not very creative—can you give me some suggestions as to how to decorate my party with balloons?
The Party Perfect™ brochure offers a range of tricks, tips and ideas to inspire you!

I want to fill foil balloons or airships with helium—can I use the Party Perfect™ barrel?
Yes, simply attach the hose provided to the nozzle and insert the other end into the neck of the balloon or airship, then push the button to inflate as normal.

I'm planning my party on a budget. Aren't helium balloons a bit expensive?
The Party Perfect™ barrel makes helium balloons affordable as well as fun, with a recommended retail price of just £29.99.

How many balloons will a Party Perfect™ barrel fill?
The Party Perfect™ barrel fills approximately 50 x 10" or 40 x 11" or 30 x 12" latex balloons, or 34 x 18" foil balloons.

How do I know how much helium to use per balloon?
Whatever size balloon you are using, you should fill the balloon to the round shape illustrated on the Party Perfect™ barrel. Overfilling wastes helium and can cause the balloon to burst.

How long will a helium balloon stay up for?
The float time for a latex balloon is around 8 hours, although a foil balloon will stay up for a week or more.

Aren't helium balloons just for children's parties?
Not at all! Helium balloons can be used to add colour, fun and sophistication to all sorts of occasions, e.g., birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, school fetes, fundraising events, graduations, engagements, hen and stag parties, weddings or christenings. The possibilities are endless!

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