Bounce House Information

Blast Zone 20' Commercial Bounce House

2011-01-20T11:57:00.000-08:00

Blast Zone introduce the 20' x 20' Commercial Bounce House in leading retail website: BounceHousesNow.com. BounceHousesNow.com is happy to introduce the newest commercial inflatable from Blast Zone. Here is what you need to know:

Blast Zone's biggest bouncer (and possibly THE biggest mass bouncer around)! This beast is great for bigger parties, and will generate rental traction, due to a simultaneous capacity of up to 12 users! This monster is sure to draw attention, and please swarms of little party-goers.

This Commercial Grade 20 x 20 x 15 Moonwalk is great for birthday parties, events, rec centers and more. The Heavy Duty Commercial Vinyl Castle theme is a best seller in Blast Zone's residential and commercial lines, and is appealing to both boys and girls of all ages.

Heavy-Duty Vinyl Construction ensures a long use-life and Commercial Safety Netting and Snap-Shut Door keep kids playing safely.

This Bounce House is great for Rentals and Commercial Recreational applications such as rec centers, churches, schools, etc... Blast Zone's Exclusive manufacturing technology increases impact seams to 30 oz, making this Bouncer Extremely Durable, yet light weight and perfect for smaller spaces.

Features

Commercial Reinforced Vinyl (15 oz, 18 oz, and 30oz)
Commercial Double Stitching
30 oz Seam Reinforcements
Heavy Duty Safety Netting
Ramp Slide Entry
Business Banner Attachment
Business Card Holder
Blower

1.5 HP Blower with Backflow

Includes - Blower, Stakes and Patch Kit
Weight without Blower - NA lbs
Indoor and Outdoor Use
Commercial Use

Dimensions - (20')

Inflated Dimensions - 20'W x 23'6"L x 15'H

Bounce Floor Dimensions - 20'W x 20'L

Stored Dimensions - 5'W x 5'L
Weight Without Blower - NA lbs
Capacity

Number of Bouncers - 12 Riders
Weight Capacity - 1200 lbs

Inflate/Deflate Time

Inflate - Less than 3 Minutes
Deflate - 5 to 15 minutes without a deflator

Warranty

Bouncer - 2 years free of defects in materials and workmanship
Blower - 1 year free of manufacturing defects

The Double Play Exclusively!

2011-01-19T10:45:00.000-08:00

The Double Play Bounce House from Blast Zone is sold exclusively at Bounce Houses Now and Inflatable Bouncer Shop. If you are looking for the largest residential bounce house look no further. With almost an 11 x 11 bounce area, this unit can hold up to 5 jumpers at one time. The two basketball hoops offer kids a second activity.
With the height 7′, this unit is ideal for not only outdoors but indoors as well. Here is what Bounce Houses Now says about the Double Play Bounce House:
The Double Play Bouncer and Double Basketball Hoops DOUBLES the fun! This large moonwalk measures in at 12′ wide, 15′ deep, and 7′ high (approx). This means it’s low enough to clear standard ceilings, but fits comfortably in indoor and outdoor environments. Up to 5 Kids can play with this awesome combo, bouncing in the massive jumping area or playing hoops with optional play balls!
This ULTRA combo includes a 11′ x 11′ Bounce Platform (approx OD) and Dual Basketball Hoops. Safety netting encloses the full jumping area, keeping players safely enclosed at all times. And like all Blast Zone ULTRA inflatables, the bounce floor and slide are constructed with commercial vinyl materials, and dual reinforced for long life. Blast Zone uses a unique method of construction on the Double Play which expands the jumping area buy 25% over other bouncers of the same size, so you get even MORE play area!
About The Blast Zone “Ultra” Line
The Blast Zone line of Ultra inflatables takes our most popular Home-Use inflatables to the Next level. Each Blast Zone Ultra Inflatable is based on inflatables that have proven themselves with years of fun, safety, durability and quality. Blast Zone has taken these inflatables and made them BIGGER and BETTER, adding additional features, designs, reinforcement and more commercial grade materials.
Features

Commercial Vinyl Material on the Slide, Climbing Wall and Bouncer

Commercial Double Stitching

Reinforced X-Weave in Stress Areas

X-Weave Heavy Duty 420D and 500D Materials

Heavy Duty Safety Netting with Velcro Safety Entrance

Ramp Entry

Climbing Wall

11′ x 11′ Bouncer W/Safety Netting

Dual Inflatable Basketball Hoops

Breathable Storage Case

Includes – Blower, Stakes, and Patch Kit

Weight without Blower – 50 lbs

Number of Bouncers – 1-5 Kids up to 500 lbs

Total Weight Capacity – 500 lbs

Indoor or Outdoor Use

Not for Commercial Use

Castle Dual Slide Bouncer Product Review

2010-02-22T17:28:00.000-08:00

In 2009, Magic Jump came out with the Dual Bouncer Slide Combo. The original designed was the traditional castle bounce house. This bouncer slide combo pairs a large 15' x 15' bounce house with a small climbing wall up to not one but two inflatable slides.

While a bigger investment then a large bounce house, the dual combo series is quickly becoming a favorite among inflatable rental companies for several reasons. First, it is an extremely versatile. Now you can provide your customers slides with their bounce house in their very own backyard. Second, it is an affordable option for rental companies, which also demands a higher rental rate. This inflatable quickly pays for itself.

The Dual Castle is not just ideal for rental companies. Schools, churches or any organization that is catering to younger bouncers should look at this unit as an excellent option for several reasons.

First, with a 15' x 15' bounce house, this unit has the capacity to hold multiple kids in a safe setting. Second, and probably one of the best assets of this inflatable, having the climbing wall up to the dual slides keeps a constant flow of riders. Unlike traditional bounce houses that have a shared entrance and exit, this bounce house with slide allows kids to play in the bounce area and then climb up to the inflatable slides to exit and the repeat.

Like all Magic Jump inflatables, The Dual Castle Bouncer Slide is manufactured out of 18 ounce commercial grade vinyl. Made in the USA, the quality control of this product, along with ever other inflatable from Magic Jump, is second to none. Each inflatable is hand cut and sewn to precision. The seams of this bouncer slide combo are actually stronger then the vinyl itself because each one has reinforced vinyl both on the top and bottom to make three layers.

The Dual Slide with Bounce House is also available in a Tropical Palm Tree, Sports, Princess and Prince theme.

Choosing Product For Your Inflatable Rental Business

2010-01-26T17:36:00.000-08:00

When it comes to buying products for your inflatable rental company or family entertainment center, there are several rules you must follow to be successful. We have been selling commercial inflatables for years and we know the keys to success and they all start with product selection.
Tip #1 - Quality Product
Your entire business plan revolves around your product. Quality of product is essential to success. You only make money if your inflatables are in service. You can not afford to have product in the shop for repairs. Go with reliable brands. There are a lot of good and bad products in the market place and like most things you buy, you get what you pay for.
Tip #2 - Start Conservative
To many times we here from start up customers that they would like to start with 10-12 inflatables. Our typical response is why would you do that? The key to success is cash flowing your inflatable business. Start with 3-5 inflatables and when they are all rented consistently. If inflatables are sitting in your garage they are only costing you money, not making you money.
Tip #3 - Don't Buy What You Like, Buy What Your Customers Like
Like I mentioned above, you don't make any money when your inflatables are not rented. Often customers want to buy a unique bounce house for their start up and this is absolutely wrong. One customer in particular wanted to start their business with one princess themed bounce house. Instantly, that business only caters to 50% of the parties. There is competition in most markets and if you don't buy what the customers want, you won't rent. Our philosophy is to start out with traditional gender neutral products. Starting with bounce houses or bouncer slide combos will put you in the best position to meet your customers needs.
Starting an inflatable rental business can be a profitable business. By following the tips I outlined above will help get you started and on track. By buying quality product you are ensuring your product is in service to get rented. Combining a conservative approach with buying products that appeal to the masses will give you the right mix for starting. When your inflatables are all rented and you are turning customers away, it is time to add product. You will also get feedback from customers for products that they would like that you don't have. This is crucial. By having product that appeals to the masses, you might not have exactly what they want but they will rent it. At the same time you can take notes on what customers are asking for.
Good Luck!

Clubhouse Climber Product Review

2010-01-14T13:18:00.000-08:00

The Clubhouse Climber from KidWise Outdoors is a residential grade inflatable bounce house intended for kids up to 12 years old and are under 100 lbs. Capacity is up to 5 kids at one time. This is an large bouncer slide combo. The foot print required for this unit is approximately 16' x 16'. Like all inflatables, it is recommended that you add a minimum of a 3' perimeter for your safety zone.

I am not sure who was more excited to test this inflatable out, the kids or me? I have been writing product reviews on inflatables for quit some time. Therefore, my kids have had a lot of playtime with inflatables. Be prepared, this arrives in one box and weighs approximately 130 lbs. The bouncer itself weighs under 120 lbs. It took me about 15 minutes to unpack and set up. Most of that time was consumed opening the packaging of this bouncer. The inflatate time was right at one minute.

Kids have several options for entering the Clubhouse Climber. On the front right corner of the inflatable is a ramp entry tunnel. This is the easiest way for kids of all ages to enter. No parental assistance needed. If this is were the kids enter they will come in to the bounce area. The bounce floor for the Clubhouse Climber is approximately 6' x 8'. Plenty of room to accommodate 3 bouncers at a time. In the back right corner of the bounce area is a climbing wall that takes the kids to the next level up. Once on this second level, the kids can venture down the slide that is right in front of them, turn to the right and exit through climbing wall, or turn to the left and explore the catwalk to the tower. If the kids choose the catwalk they will find the tower with the third slide. The tower slide is a curved slide that returns to the bounce area.

From a kids perspective, this bouncer slide combo has hours of imagination and adventure. From a parents perspective the Clubhouse Climber get 2 thumbs up!!! Once your kids are in this inflatable there is plenty for them to do. There is a natural counterclockwise flow that keeps the kids moving. This is a definite bonus. Not only does this wear the kids out, it keeps them separated, which ultimately promotes a safer environment. Not to mention,
this inflatable is one of the only ones that I have come across that uses green and tan as the color scheme. This definitely blends in to the natural surroundings a little more then the traditional carnival colors.

This inflatable bouncer gets my recommendation!

Princess Dreamland Bounce House

2010-01-12T10:04:00.000-08:00

The Princess Dreamland bounce house from Blast Zone Inflatables is considered a residential or kids bouncer. This means this inflatable is intended for use of kids under the age of 12 that weigh under 100 lbs each. The manufacture has rated this castle for up to three users at once as long as they fit the above guidelines. This bouncer is based off of Blast Zones most popular bounce house, the Magic Castle. The Magic Castle and the Princess Dreamland are identical dimensions and construction. The only difference is the color theme. The Magic Castle is gender neutral while the Princess Dreamland's pink and purple theme is the envy of all princesses.

The outer dimensions of the Princess Dreamland is 8.5' W x 11' L. Essential it is an 8.5' x 8.5' bouncer that has a 3' x 3' slide entry to all easier access to the inside. The inner bounce are is approximately 7' x 7'. This is a nice size area to entertain 3 children at a time. The entire inflatable is enclosed with a safety netting. At the entrance way, the safety netting has a picture of a princess and her castle. Also at the entry way, the safety netting has a floor to ceiling velcro door to allow kids easy entrance and exit from the unit.

Like all Blast Zone inflatables, this bouncer was designed to the highest level of quality and construction. With commercial vinyl as the bounce floor, this unit will outlast the competition. The manufacture also uses a technique called X Weave, which allows this bouncer to be lighter, yet more durable. While many home use kid bouncers come with a 30 day manufacture warranty, this bounce house comes with a 90 day warranty.

Overall, the Princess Dreamland is ideal for the princess in your life. She will enjoy bouncing and make believe for hours at a time.

Blast Zone Release The Mega Series Line of Inflatables

2010-01-05T18:32:00.000-08:00

Blast Zone, a leading manufacture of home use inflatables released a new series of inflatables for us to review today. Blast Zone is calling there new line the Mega Inflatables. The theory behind the Mega line is to take proven designs and concepts and make them bigger and better with larger capacities and more features. At first glance, they hit a home run. The first two inflatables in the Mega line that were released were the Mega Croc 13 in 1 Inflatable Water Park and the Shark Park Mega Play Park. Both of these units are based on successful residential water slides that Blast Zone has had for three plus years. This mega versions of the original designs are truly that.

The Mega Croc 13 in 1 Inflatable Water Park evolved from one of Blast Zones most popular water slides, the Crocodile Isle. The Crocodile Isle resemble a crocodile with a slide going down the head and a slide going down the slide with a pool area in front for the kids to play. Calling the Mega Croc "Mega" is an understatement. This is the Taj Mahal of residential water parks. The Mega Croc, like the Crocodile Isle, is based on a crocodile in which kids can slide down the head and the tail. The Mega Croc, however adds a third slide that runs down the leg of the crocodile. Both the head and tail slides enter in to splash pools for extended sliding. Kids climb up the backside of the crocodile. Once on top of the crocodiles back, kids can choose which of the three slides they would like to go down. Underneath the head and tail slides are tunnels that enter into two separate splash pools. This unit has a total of three pool area. If you are look for the ultimate water park, look no further.

The Shark Park Mega Play Park evolved from the Great White Wild Inflatable Slide. The Great White is a double lane straight slide that is designed to have the kids slide out of the sharks mouth. The Shark Park takes this concept and makes the slide one aspect of this unit. This inflatable has it all. Kids climb up the sharks back, into the head and slide through the mouth down the slide into a splash pool area that can hold up to four kids. The splash pool area is approximately 10' x 8'. On either side of the splash pool are water sprayers to keep the pool area cool for those hot summer days. Next to the slide and pool area is a bounce house with a bounce area of approximately 7' x 6'. The bounce house can be entered either through the velcro opening of the safety net or through the tunnel that runs underneath the shark slide. Either entrance allows for a safe entry way. The bounce house can double as ball pit area as well. This inflatable has something for everyone.

Blast Zones existing inflatable line stood above the competition for quality and design. While it is obvious that Blast Zone improved the overall design with the Mega line of inflatables with all of the features, they also added additional commercial material to make these units even more durable. At the time of this publication, Blast Zone had not determined there warranty time period for the Mega inflatables, but is very likely it will be longer then the industry high 90 days they currently offer.

In summary, I am very impressed with the last inflatables to come from Blast Zone and am eager to see future Mega inflatables.

Blast Zone Top Tier Dealer Award

2010-01-04T17:39:00.001-08:00

Blast Zone Inflatables, the number one manufacture of kids bounce houses and kids water slides for indoor and outdoor use, has awarded Bounce Houses Now with the Top Tier 1 Dealer Award. This is the fifth year in a row that Bounce Houses Now has received this prestigious award from Blast Zone. Blast Zone attributes Bounce Houses Now's success to their high level of customer service as well as the over all sales volume they continue to exceed each year.

Bounce Houses Now is a top rated website that specializes in selling both residential and commercial bounce houses, inflatable slides, bouncer slide combos, inflatable obstacle courses, and inflatable games. They offer one of the largest online selections from top manufactures like Blast Zone, Ninja Jump, Magic Jump and KidWise. Bounce Houses Now has built their business on three fundamental principles:

1. Treat each customer as they would like to be treated.
2. Provide each customer with the necessary information that they need to make the correct purchase to meet their needs.
3. Limit the products carried to only the highest quality products manufactured.

By following these principles, Bounce Houses Now has become an authority in the inflatable bouncer business. Their staff can not only help a parent buy their first bounce house for their kids, but help you launch your inflatable rental business or indoor fun center.

Bounce Houses Now would like to thank all of our customers who have purchased from us and all of the manufactures who make the products we sell.

Make-A-Wish Supporter

2009-12-29T20:06:00.001-08:00

Magic Castle Bounce House from Blast Zone Product Review

2009-12-29T17:50:00.000-08:00

The Magic Castle bounce house by Blast Zone is their most popular inflatable. Blast Zone designed this castle themed inflatable bouncer for up to 3 kids under the age of 12 that weigh under 100 lbs each. The bright red, yellow and blue colors makes head turns once inflated.
The footprint of this bounce house is 8.5' x 11'. Essentially it is 8.5' x 8..5' with the ramp/slide measuring 2.5' x 2.5'. A safety zone of 15' x 13' is recommended by the manufacture. The bounce area for your kids to play in measures 6.5' x 6.5'. To enter and exit the Magic Castle there is a ramp/slide entry. This makes entry and exit much easier for smaller children. The entire bounce houses is enclosed with a safety netting. The safety net can be sealed for safety by the velcro opening.
While kid bouncers are intended for kids up to 12 years old, Blast Zone recommends this inflatable for kids 3 to 8 years old. They are spot on with this recommendation. From a durability and construction stand point, this bounce house can hold up to 3 100 lbs kids under 12 years old, but this interior size makes this unit more suitable for smaller kids. It is important to note, that while this unit can hold up to 300 lbs, if you have a 50 lbs child, you do not want to exceed the number of users recommended, which in this case is three. In most cases, weight capacities will never be an issue with kid bounce houses, it is more user capacity. For safety reasons you do not want to many kids in any bouncer at one time.
The Magic Castle inflates in under one minute and takes approximately five minutes to deflate. Once deflated, this unit rolls up like a sleeping bag. Here are the specs per the manufacture:
* 8.5' W x 11' L x 8' H Footprint
* 102" x 100" Bounce Platform (Outside Dim)
* 78" x 76" Bounce Area (Inside Netting)
* 40" W x 34" L Entrance Ramp/Slide
* Commercial Vinyl Bounce Floor
* Commercial Double Stitching
* Reinforced X-Weave in Stress Areas
* Velcro Safety Entrance
* UL-Listed Continuous Blower
* Heavy Duty Safety Netting
* Safe-Slope Slide
* Low Enough for Indoor Use
* X-Weave Heavy Duty 420D and 500D materials
* Easy-Store Quick Deflation Valve
* Rolls up the Size of a Sleeping Bag
* Inflates in 1 Minute
* Ages 3 to 8
* Not for Commercial Use
Overall, I am very impressed with the quality and construction of this bounce house. Blast Zone makes some of the finest products offered for residential use. Without any doubt, this is one of the best bouncers for under $300 for kids between 3 and 8 years of age.

Selecting Bounce Houses For Your Rental Business

2009-12-23T05:46:00.000-08:00

One of the most overlooked aspects of starting an inflatable rental business is choosing the correct inflatables. The correct assortment is so important to your businesses survival. Remember, you only make money when your rental fleet is rented so you need to focus on items that appeal to the masses.

It is appropriate at this time to review the type of inflatables that are available to purchase. All inflatables used for your inflatable rental business need to be made for Commercial use. The main categories of inflatables are:

Bounce Houses
Bounce Houses with Slides (often called combo units)
Inflatable Slides
Water Slides
Obstacle Courses (both toddler and adult size)
Inflatable Sports Games (ranging from basketball to batting cages)

Obviously, as a start up business or any business for that matter, you have budgets you need to adhere to. Since budgets are unique to the individual business, I will not begin to touch upon this subject. I will instead walk you through the priority process for adding inflatables.

Since your objective is to rent your units as often as possible, you need to select units that are most popular. From our experience, bounce houses rent the most often followed by combo units, water slides and slides, inflatable games and then obstacle courses. Depending on your budget and how many units you wish to begin with will determine what types of units you would want. Another factor is your location. For example, if you are in Texas, water slides carry a lot more weight as far as rental value then say if you lived in Wisconsin. That being said, I will use two examples, a three unit start up and a five unit start up.
Three Unit Company

Bounce House
Bounce House
Combo Unit

Five Unit Company

Bounce House
Bounce House
Combo Unit
Combo Unit
Water Slide

These two assortments will give you flexibility while catering to the masses. Remember, you will never appeal to every one's needs when you first begin. Your goal is to survive and grow to the point where you can add more units.

Now that we have tackled the assortment, it is on to as equally important of an issue, the themes you should choose. Like your assortment selection, you need to appeal to the masses. Traditional themes such as castles, fun houses, sports, Disney, and Mickey Mouse themed inflatables have a much higher rental rate then say pink castles, lions, and birthday cake inflatables. While all inflatables rent, we are only concerned with purchasing the most widely rented units while you begin your business. Once you feel the need to add additional inflatables you will know exactly what to add based on customer requests and shortages you have had with your own rental fleet. Just because I am advising you to stay away from more niche specific units to begin with does not mean you need to once you are ready to expand.

The inflatable rental business can be a very successful business. You need to treat it as a business and not make emotional decisions. All decisions you make, not just the items you purchase, need to be done with the business in mind. Good luck and Happy Bouncing!

Rainforest Rapid Bounce House & Water Park by Blast Zone Product Review

2009-12-21T18:26:00.000-08:00

The Rainforest Rapids Bounce House and Water Park can be easily set up by one adult. Set up time is under five minutes with actual inflation time taking less then two minutes. Once inflated, the bright colors will draw every ones attention. Make no mistake, as great as this inflatable looks, its performance is even better.

This bouncer has a footprint of 16' x 15' and requires a flat area of approximately 21' x 20' feet. With an 8' x 8' bounce are and two slides, the ball pit pool area is often over looked. This waiting area was perfect for kids as they entered the bounce house or exited the slides. This area gives the bouncer an extra activity to keep the play time organized. This is not wasted space. Kids can enter the bounce house via the ramp entry. This ramp entry makes the bounce house more accessible to younger children making easier for them to get in and out. The Rainforest Rapids 8' x 8' bounce area is plenty big for 3 or 4 bouncers under the age of 12 and weigh under 100 lbs to jump and play. When the kids are done jumping they can either exit via the ramp entry or climb up to either one of the slides. The slides can be used wet or dry. If you choose to use the slides wet, the misting kit hooks up right on top of either slide. While the slides can be used wet or dry, we found the performance to be a little bit better when they were used wet. The water made the surface slicker and quicker. It is important to note, if you decide to use the Rainforest Rapids wet, you need to make sure that the unit is fully dried prior to storing. This can be accomplished by a combination of the sun and the airflow of the blower. From experience, I recommend keeping the unit inflated until it is completely dried.

The Rainforest Rapids has a little bit of everything for all kids. The quality and construction is consistent with all Blast Zone Inflatables. Blast Zone has the longest warranty in the home use bounce house category. Like all Blast Zone Inflatables, the Rainforest Rapids use X-Weave and Commercial Vinyl Material to ensure the highest quality. The Rainforest Rapids features:

* Dimensions - 16' W x 15' L x 8' H
   o Bounce Floor Dimensions - 8'W x 8'L
   o Large Slide Dimensions - 3'W x 8'L
* Weight without Blower - 95 lbs
* 3 Slides
* Carrying Case
* Includes - Blower, Stakes, and Patch Kit
* Number of Bouncers - 1-3 Kids
* Weight Capacity - 300 lbs
* Wet & Dry Use
* Not for Commercial Use
* Warranty
   o Bouncer - 90 days free of defects in materials and workmanship
   o Blower - 1 year free of manufacturing defects
* Phthalate-Free
* CPSIA Compliant

The Rainforest Rapids is the ultimate inflatable for kids. It offers jumping, sliding, wet or dry with a ball pit. This is perfect bouncer for those who are looking for a little of everything.

Rock Crawler Bounce House by Blast Zone Product Review

2009-12-18T10:48:00.000-08:00

The newest addition to the Blast Zone Inflatable line, the Rock Crawler Bouncer Slide Combo has it all. This off road truck theme is not only a work of art, but it has the latest industry technology ensuring this is one of the highest quality bounce houses for residential use.

While images of the Rock Crawler Bouncer and Ball Pit are great, when you see it in person you will be blown away. We were fortunate to get a first hand look at the Rock Crawler during a photo shot and film session in Winter Haven, FL. Steve Bates, from Black Oak Creative, who invited us to watch the Rock Crawler photo shoot had this to say,"Our company always enjoys creating demand for a product that truly deserves it. Seeing the kids having the time of their lives makes our job fun." This could not sum up our overall impression of the Rock Crawler any better.

The first thing I noticed as the bounce house inflated for the first time was the vibrant Fire Engine Red. The black of the wheels and the roll bar really makes this bouncer stand out. In person, the unit appears much larger then the photos suggest. At 18' long, 11' wide and 7' tall, the Rock Crawler is one of the large residential units on the market. Kids enter through the front tire. Once kids climb through the front tire they will find themselves in the ball pit area. The manufacture recommends 500 to 600 balls to fill the ball pit. A nice safety feature is the Velcro enclosure that separates the bounce area from the ball pit. Going through the Velcro enclosure, kids will find themselves in the nearly 8' x 8' bounce floor. This is considered an above average size for a bounce floor. To exit the Rock Crawler, kids can slide down the double wide tail gate slide.

Like all residential Blast Zone Inflatables, the Rock Crawler is for kids three and up that weigh under 100 lbs. This bounce houses is rated for up to six kids. Constructed out of X-Weave and Commercial Vinyl Material, this bouncer comes with an industry high ninety day warranty. This unit complies with all CPSIA Regulations and is Phthalate Free.

Features

18 x 11 x 7
7.5 x 7.5 Inside Dimension Bounce Floor
Included UL Blower
Included Carry-Case
90 Day Warranty
Large Bounce Floor
Ball Pit
Add Optional Play Balls
Up to 6 Kids
Max Weight per user: 100 lbs
X-Weave and Commercial Vinyl Material
Ages 3 and up

Make no mistake, this bounce house is no truck, it is a Cadillac. The kids at the photo shoot absolutely loved this bounce house. A special thanks to Steve Bates and his production crew from Black Oak Creative.

Misty Kingdom Bounce House Product Review

2009-12-16T12:14:00.000-08:00

Confused on what bounce house to buy your kids? Want a bouncer with a little bit of everything? Look no further. The Misty Kingdom by Blast Zone is a bounce house, slide, ball pit and water park all in one. This is truly a one stop fun house for kids. This bounce house arrived in one box weighing just under 100 lbs. The bouncer itself weighed approximately 80 lbs.

The Misty Kingdom takes less then five minute to set up. Because it weighs 80 lbs., I put the jumper in our wagon and wheeled it out to the backyard. With the help of my son, the Misty rolled out like a sleeping bag. Once we attached the blower and tied off the second inflation tube he turned the power on. In under a minute he was jumping. Initially, I left off the water housing because of the weather. I will comment on that this coming spring. Along with the bounce house, I purchased 300 balls per the recommendation of a customer sales rep. 300 balls seemed perfect to fill up the ball pit.

Withing 10 minutes of inflating the Misty Kingdom, we had all of the neighborhood kids over. They loved it. The kids would climb up the ramp entry into the bouncer and the fun began. After a couple of jumps they would climb up the ladder to the top of the slide. The ladder was easy for kids of all ages to get up. The ladder is made out of squares that they can put there feet on. While the slide is not long, it has a good enough pitch that the kids could get some speed down it and then into the ball pit. The ball pit was definitely a better attraction for the younger kids but definitely used by all.

Overall I would give this combination bounce house an A+. It is suitable for kids 3 and up that way under 100lbs. each. This jumper is rated by the manufacture for up to five kids. Here are the technical specs of the Misty Kingdom by Blast Zone:

Dimensions - 13' W x 14' L x 9' H
Bounce Floor Dimensions - 9'W x 7'L
Slide Dimensions - 6'W x 6'L
Unit Weight without Blower - 50 lbs
Slide
Carrying Case
Balls not included (300 recommend)
Includes - Blower, Stakes, and Patch Kit
Number of Bouncers - 1-3 Kids
Weight Capacity - 300 lbs
Indoor and Outdoor Use
Not for Commercial Use
Warranty
Bouncer - 90 days free of defects in materials and workmanship
Blower - 1 year free of manufacturing defects

Blast Zone Bounce House Review

2009-12-09T09:03:00.000-08:00

Blast Zone Inflatables is a division of Vortex Co. Vortex has been making toys for over a decade for retailers worldwide. When Vortex launched Inflatables there was one simple goal: Provide a safe environment in which kids dreams come true. Because they owns and operates their factories, the quality control is at the highest level ensuring that all bouncers exceed all US compliances.

When it comes to Blast Zone products, the same quality and manufacturing process occurs whether you are buying the smallest, least expensive bouncer or the largest, most expensive bouncer. This has helped build consumer confidence in a category that has a less then spectacular track record.

It all starts with the materials used to manufacture Bounce Houses. Like most inflatables, they use breathable fabric which needs continuous airflow. This means that they require a blower to be attached at all times. The key to the quality fabric used is that it is not only lightweight, but extremely dependable. All bouncers are constructed out of a material called oxford cloth. Oxford cloth is used in a weaving technique that is exclusive to Blast Zone. This technique used with the oxford cloth is what gives the inflatables there extreme break strength. Additionally, commercial grade materials are used at all stress points to ensure that the quality expectations are met.

Workmanship of all Bounce Houses and Water Parks start with double and quadruple commercial stitching. Essentially providing a commercial grade stitching on a residential unit. Each bounce house is individual sewn by hand to ensure perfection. All bouncers have an inner air membrane which is another reinforcement point.

When designing new inflatables, Blast Zone does so on three fundamental points:

Safety
Durability
Unique & Awesome Product

With this in mind, the designers have been able to come up with the highest quality units, while ensure kids give their seal of approval.

Once an inflatable is designed and manufactured, it is put through vigorous testing. Upon certification, the product will become approved for production. Quality control does not stop there with Blast Zone. Every single bounce house manufactured is inflated to ensure the manufacturing process was a success. During this inflation, every stitch is inspected to ensure that there are no manufactures defects. Blast Zone is able to limit their warranties by investing in these quality control steps prior to shipping the inflatable to retailers around the world.

Now that you know that each and every Bounce House is built to the highest level of construction and quality, that take abroad look at some of the basic features that are essential to Blast Zone Inflatables.

Material - Woven Oxford Cloth along with Commercial Grade Material in Stress Areas
Stitching - Double and Quadruple Commercial Stitching
Airflow - Continuous
Capicity - All Blast Zone Bouncers are made for children up to 100 lbs. Depending on the size of the bouncer will determine the capacity. Capacity ranges from 2 to 6 kids.
Entrance - Velcro Safety Entrance on all units and some units have a ramp entry for easier access
Indoor and Outdoor Use
Easy Store Quick Deflation Valve
Storage - Rolls up the size of a sleeping bag
Phthalate-Free
CPSIA Compliant

As you can tell, Blast Zone has gone above the competition to set themselves a part. I give them an A+ when it comes to inflatable bouncers.

How to Buy a Residential Bounce House | eHow.com

2009-12-08T09:08:00.000-08:00

How to Buy a Residential Bounce House | eHow.com

Superstar Moonwalk Product Review

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The Superstar Bounce House by Blast Zone is one of the most popular bounce houses sold.

Why is this bounce house so popular? Its simple, it is a large wide open bounce house. The superstar features an 11' x 11' jump floor for kids to play. With this size jump floor, up to 5 kids at 100 lbs each can jump, play and bounce in the superstar. The ramp entry slide makes entry and exit easy for kids of all ages. The entrance features a floor to ceiling velcro closure ensure the kids stay in the bounce house at all times.

Blast Zone Bounce Houses all feature a commercial grade bounce floor. We consider this bouncers hybrids. They are hybrids because you are getting commercial quality construction on parts of this bouncer at a residential price.

The bottom line on the Superstar Bouncer is this is a winner. Priced at $399.99, there is tremendous value. Kids of all ages will play for hours.

Superstar Moonwalk Bounce House

Buying a Swing Set for the Holidays

2009-11-18T05:31:00.000-08:00

Buying a Swing Set for the holidays is a great present. Typically, the best prices and deals are available at the holidays. A few things to remember if you buy your swing set during the holidays.

Make sure when your swing set arrives that you look to make sure all parts have arrived in perfect condition. It is possible for swing sets to get damaged during shipping and shipping claims must be made within a week of delivery. It is in your best interest to ask the delivery driver to go through your entire shipment at time of delivery. This way you can refuse any damaged shipment or at the very least ask, the driver to note any missing pasts or damage on the Bill of Lading.

Make sure you have a suitable place prepped for assembly. Depending on which swing set you purchase will determine what type of space you will need. The more level the area is the better.

When assembling your swing set, the key is organization. The more organized you can stay the quicker and easier the assembly process will go. We have talked to customers who are able to decrease there assembly time in half by organizing all of their parts prior to assembly

A swing set is the ultimate holiday present for kids. Please contact one of our customer service reps or visit our swing set buyers guide.

What to do when your inflatable gets wet?

2009-11-17T16:14:00.000-08:00

If you use your inflatable like we do, then it is going to happen. Your inflatable bouncer is going to get wet. The staff at Bounce Houses Now is asked all the time, what do we do if our bouncer gets wet.

Don't panic. The key is, do not store your inflatable wet. Meaning if you bounce house gets wet, you need to dry it completely before your store it. The quickest way to dry an inflatable is to inflate it fully and allow the sun and air flow to dry the unit completely. If you are not able to put your unit up to dry, move it out of the elements and inflate ASAP. The constant air flow will expedite the drying process.

Keep your questions coming.

Buying A Bounce House for the Holidays

2009-11-11T13:02:00.000-08:00

Buying a bounce house can be an intimidating task. There are so many brands and some many products to choose from. Where to begin? We always recommend starting with identifying who the bounce house is for? Typically, residential bounce houses are for children up to 12 years old and under 100 lbs. Like anything else, residential bounce houses come in all types of qualities. Bounce Houses Now carries the highest quality brands such as KidWise, Blast Zone, and island Hopper. All three of these brands offer the same quality and construction whether you are purchasing a $200 inflatable or a $1000 inflatable. Once you determine whether you need a commercial inflatable or a residential inflatable, you need to decided on the features you are looking for. When it comes to residential inflatables, the order the kids are, they tend to enjoy wide open bounce areas of slides. On the flip side, younger kids like the variety that bouncing, sliding and ball pits offer. We will discuss commercial inflatables at a later date.

Pre-Holiday sale at Bounce Houses Now. Now through 11/25, save 5% off of any item when you use promo code: GobbleBlog

Superstar Moonwalk

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Superstar Moonwalk in Action

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptWSJow8veA

Holiday Photo Contest

2009-10-27T10:01:00.000-07:00

If you buy your inflatable from us this holiday season or have purchased a bounce house from us in the past, you can now enter our holiday photo contest. We will be giving a way a Free Water Slide of your choice valued up to $500.00.

Bounce House - Residential or Commercial?

2009-04-09T09:10:00.000-07:00

With summer right around the corner, it is time to start thinking about summer activities. We often get asked "do we need a residential or commercial unit?" There are so many variables to choosing the correct product. The first step is to determine if you need a residential or commercial product. Residential units are intended for children under the age of 12 and weight of 100 lbs. Please refer to a specific products owners manual to check the exact requirements. If you plan on getting in the bounce house with your children or your children exceeds the requirements you will need to get a commercial unit.

For a buyers guide, visit our site at Bounce Houses Now or email us at Sales

Cleaning Your Bounce House

2008-12-16T15:49:00.000-08:00

This is one of the most common questions we receive at Bounce Houses Now. One of the most important tips we have is to never sore your Bounce House while wet. If your Bounce House gets wet, keep the blower running to inflate the bounce house until it dries. The constant air flow will help the bounce house to dry from the inside out.

If your bounce house gets wet, we recommend you consult with your owners manual for specific instructions. In the past, we have found that spot treating is the best method for cleaning your bounce house. This is done by taking a damp cloth over the area you intend to clean. Take a mild detergent soap on another damp cloth and gently rub the area. Then rinse with the original damp cloth. Repeat this process over and over again until the area is sufficiently cleaned. Never hose down the entire unit and try to clean everything. This is not a car. For more information, please visit us at Bounce Houses Now.

Buy a Bounce House

2008-11-27T08:21:00.000-08:00

I am not one to plug companies just for the sake of it. I am taking the time to let everyone know how special the customer service experience was from Bounce Houses Now

We went in to this process not knowing what to look for when buying a Bounce Houses. We spoke to James and immediately he eased our anxiety. He told us that while their are a lot of Bounce Houses to choose from we will find exactly what your kids will want.

After a series of questions from James we purchased a Lion's Den Bouncer. His questions were so thought out that he took our location in Florida into consideration. This is one of the reasons we chose the Lion's Den Bouncer because it has sun canopies.

All I can say is if you are in the market for Bounce House, call the staff at Bounce Houses Now. There # is 866.333.7137

A Happy Parent!!!