What is Balloon Bunting? Uses, Styles & How to Order
What is Balloon Bunting? Uses, Styles & How to Order
Balloon bunting is one of the most versatile and visually impactful decorative options available for events, parties, and retail environments. If you've seen a string of small balloons strung together in a cheerful, colourful display and wondered what it's called — that's balloon bunting. At Clown Balloons, it's one of our most popular products, and for good reason.
What Exactly is Balloon Bunting?
Balloon bunting consists of small inflated latex balloons (typically 5-inch) connected on a continuous string or ribbon, spaced evenly to create a flowing, decorative garland. Unlike traditional flag bunting (which uses fabric or card triangles), balloon bunting has a fuller, more festive three-dimensional quality that creates an immediate party atmosphere. It's sold by the metre and can be arranged in straight lines, curves, or draped naturally to suit your venue.
Common Uses for Balloon Bunting
Balloon bunting is used across a huge range of events and environments including birthday parties, baby showers, wedding receptions, bridal showers, hens nights, school fetes, community markets, retail store promotions, pop-up shops, restaurant and café events, corporate activations, and outdoor festivals. It works particularly well as a backdrop, along fences and railings, across mantlepieces, above food and drink tables, and framing entrances.
Colour Options and Custom Printing
Our balloon bunting is available in a wide range of colour combinations — from classic pastels to bold neons and elegant metallics. Standard colour combinations are available from stock for fast dispatch. Custom colour combinations are available on order. We also offer custom printed balloon bunting where alternating balloons carry your logo or brand message, creating a branded decorative display ideal for corporate events and retail promotions.
How to Install Balloon Bunting
Balloon bunting is supplied pre-strung and ready to hang. Attach the ends to hooks, adhesive Command strips, cable ties, or safety pins at your desired location and height. Multiple lengths can be connected end-to-end for longer runs. No special skills or tools are required — most bunting can be installed in under 10 minutes per length.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is balloon bunting?
Balloon bunting is a decorative strand of small inflated latex balloons connected on a string or ribbon, used to create colourful festive displays at parties, events, and retail spaces. It's sold by the metre and can be hung horizontally or draped for different decorative effects.
How long does balloon bunting stay inflated?
Air-filled balloon bunting stays inflated for 12–24 hours and often longer in cool indoor environments. For multi-day events, refresh the bunting each morning. Balloon bunting is always air-filled (not helium), so it's not affected by temperature changes that impact helium float time.
Can balloon bunting be custom printed?
Yes. We can produce custom printed balloon bunting where selected balloons carry your logo, brand name, or event message. This creates a branded decorative effect that's ideal for corporate events, retail promotions, and sponsored events. Minimum orders and lead times apply.
How many metres of balloon bunting do I need for my event?
As a guide: a standard 3×6m party marquee needs approximately 15–20 metres of bunting to create a full decorative effect. A standard living room needs 10–12 metres. For large venues, we can provide a layout consultation to help you estimate the right quantity.
How do I hang balloon bunting?
Balloon bunting comes pre-strung and is easy to install using hooks, adhesive Command strips, cable ties, or safety pins. Attach each end securely and allow the bunting to drape naturally or pull it taut, depending on your preferred look. No special skills or tools are needed.
Is balloon bunting reusable?
Balloon bunting is typically a single-use product as the balloons deflate over time. However, the string can be reused if the old balloons are removed and new ones are added. For a reusable decorative bunting product, consider our printed fabric bunting range, which can be cleaned and stored for repeated use.
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