Can Wet Bouncy Castles Be Used in Rain?
Bouncy castles get wet in rain. Can wet bouncy castles still be used?
In light rain, some inflatables may be rented.
Drying a Wet Bouncy Castle
How do you dry a wet bouncy castle?
Let the bouncy castle air dry for 4-6 hours. Open zipper holes to remove standing water. Sun drying works best. Use a bouncy castle cleaner and sponge to wipe it down. Clean in sections, so one area dries while you work on another.
Handling Water in Bouncy Castles
Most bouncy castles handle small amounts of water. Enough for cleaning. Non-water bouncy castles aren’t made for lots of water.
Drain water from the main pool. Tip inflated bouncy castle to drain water. If not possible, turn off blower and deflate to drain. Re-inflate and tie off air outlets once water is out. Can you put water in bouncy castles?
Water itself doesn’t damage bouncy castles if kept inflated until dry. But wet bouncy castles bring other risks.
Other Key Points
- Inflatable water slides can go on concrete or dirt.
- Bouncy castles can be rented in parks with permission.
- Mold can develop if bouncy castles are kept wet. Use 50% bleach, 50% water to remove. Scrub with soft brush. Bleach fades colors but removes mold.
- Bouncy castles run on 750w motors and cost ~10p/hour to run.
- Inflatable slides are alternatives to full bouncy castles.
- Put bouncy castles on lawns and hammer in securing pegs for safety. Can’t put on artificial grass.