Most inflatable yard decorations are made from durable, waterproof nylon or other synthetic materials, so they can resist rain.

In 2001, Gemmy launched its first Airblown Inflatable, an 8-foot tall Santa Claus. “He was actually quite primitive,” Harris said. “He had the big triangle of white fabric between his legs to give enough support so that he could stand up.” The designs have come a long way since then.

The best practice is to tape from the inside if you're able to. For smaller punctures, you can sew the material together if you are able to sew. If you don't know how to sew, skip this method. If you find that a hole is in a very obvious spot and the tape will show, another option is to use fabric repair tape.

Although many people are under the assumption that these inflatable decorations use significant energy, they often can be less of a hit to your energy bill than traditional string lights. A large inflatable snow globe consumes about 150 watts of energy.

An inflatable is an object that can be inflated with a gas, usually with air, but hydrogen, helium, and nitrogen are also used. One of several advantages of an inflatable is that it can be stored in a small space when not inflated, since inflatables depend on the presence of a gas to maintain their size and shape.

The inflatable structures shape is designed in a 3D drawing software package. Patterns are then made by collapsing the 3D design into 2D segments or panels and then a seam tolerance is added. The panels or pieces of the inflatable are then plot and cut out on a large plotter or cutting machine.

Inflatables are also used for the construction of specific sports pitches, military quick-assembly tents, camping tent air beams, and noise makers.

The most common material for inflatables is PVC-coated vinyl or nylon, which is strong and durable. PVC-tarpaulin is especially heavy-duty and is often used for very large structures, like those found in water parks. Oxford cloth is another commonly-used material and is the best choice for creating complex shapes.

You've got an airtight seal. And now you just hook a fan up to it and make it into any shape you want okay so that's the concept.

The best way to do this is to drive a stake firmly into the ground and then tie the inflatable securely to the stake. You can also use sandbags or weights to make sure it stays put. Just make sure the ropes or straps aren't rubbing against any obstacles, or they could snap.

An average 20' inflatable will cost 1.32 x 0.12 = 16 cents per hour to run. (about $3.80 USD per day.)

Firstly, inflatable toys are made from materials that are not biodegradable. When they are no longer needed or are punctured, they often end up in landfills or are left to pollute the environment. Like most non-biodegradable materials, they negatively impact the environment and wildlife.