What
is Insta-Snow®? Is it really safe?
Insta-Snow® is a synthetic polymer with super, water-absorbing properties. It’s
the only faux snow on the market today that erupts when water is
added. Similar superabsorbent polymers have been used in the past
to absorb moisture in disposable baby diapers. Insta-Snow® is so realistic that it is now being
used in indoor snowboarding parks throughout the world.
Insta-Snow®
is safe to use around children and pets. Adult supervision is always
recommended when using this product. Even though the product is
non-toxic (it’s 99% water), keep Insta-Snow® away from the eyes
and mouth. If ingested, be sure to flush with water. Insta-Snow®
is very slippery when wet. Keep the snow off of all walking surfaces,
and clean up any spill immediately.
What
are the best mixing proportions?
Mixing
1 teaspoon of Insta-Snow® powder with 2 ounces of room temperature
water produces the best quality snow. It is always recommended to
make the snow in small quantities to achieve the greatest amount
of mixing. Insta-Snow® powder expands 100 times its original volume.
Just a small amount of powder is needed to make an impressive quantity
of snow. On a much larger scale, 1 pound of Insta-Snow® powder makes
nearly 8 gallons of fluffy snow!
How
long does the hydrated snow last?
The
snow will start to dehydrate after a few days due to evaporation.
Just spray the top of the snow with water and fluff the snow to give it a fresh, fluffy look. You can also let the
snow completely dry out to use it again. The dry form of Insta-Snow®
powder will last forever!
Will
the snow ever turn back into water?
No,
the fake snow will not melt since it is not really ice. However,
the water can be released from the superabsorbent polymer by adding
salt. The addition of salt destroys the water absorbing properties
of Insta-Snow® forever.
Does
Insta-Snow® have to be on a special surface?
No,
Insta-Snow® can be used on almost any surface except untreated wood.
Keep the snow off of any surface that might be damaged by water.
Surfaces that are ideal include tile, plastic and glass. Insta-Snow®
will not stain fabric, but normal care should be taken when applying
this water-based material.
Can
Insta-Snow® be colored?
Yes! Just add a few drops of food coloring to the water before mixing
it with the Insta-Snow® powder.
Can
Insta-Snow® be thrown away in the trash?
Insta-Snow®
is very easy to clean up and can be disposed of in the trash. Just
brush the surface clean or use a vacuum to pick up the snow. Eventually
the hydrated snow will turn back into the dry powder and can be
easily swept or vacuumed. Insta-Snow® powder is a non-hazardous,
non-toxic, environmentally safe polymer. Insta'Snow® should never be washed down the drain or disposal.
Is
Insta-Snow® safe to use outside?
Yes!
Insta-Snow® looks so real that it is being used by special effects
artists in movies to snow outdoor scenes without damaging the plants
and grass. Sprinkle the hydrated snow on evergreen trees to produce
a realistic snow effect. In fact, the water absorbing properties
of the snow are actually beneficial to the plants. Remember, Insta-Snow®
is very slippery when wet. Use special care to keep the snow off
of any walking surface.
