Thanks again for making science FUN. It began to spark and I ended the experiment. How can I fix this? Use special care to keep the snow off of any walking surface. Keep the snow off of any surface that might be damaged by water. Sprinkle the hydrated snow on evergreen trees to produce a realistic snow effect. Eventually the hydrated snow will turn back into the dry powder and can be easily swept or vacuumed. I still live in the south and I think I want to bring in artificial snow for my birthday party. Thanks, Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *. Insta-Snow is the only polymer that instantly ERUPTS when it comes in contact with water. All you have after 30 seconds is a tired hand and a cup of baby diaper goo.Just stick with the original Insta-Snow and you'll be safe, happy and amazed! If you have any further concerns or questions, dont hesitate to call us at 1-800-223-9080. We are considering covering our backyard lawn with this stuff for our sons birthday party but are concerned about how long it will stay on our lawn afterwards. Hi Tiffany it is not easy to clean up Insta-Snow outside. The dry form of Insta-Snow powder will last forever! I dont know what caused the substance to spark. I am an Assistant Teacher at a preschool in my hometown of Raytown, MO. Can i store my 20kg of hydrated insta snow in a large tub and leave the lid off to let it dry or will it go mouldy, I have large lots drying at the moment but its taking so long, is there a quick method to get it to dry? I told them its 99% non-toxic and to drink a lot of water. It's the only faux snow on the market today that erupts when water is added. If you want your toddler to play with something that glows and is safe, use tonic water and a black light. If you try this, let us know! On a much larger scale, 1 pound of Insta- Snow powder makes nearly 8 gallons of fluffy snow! Lowyat.NET Rules and Regulations Ive tried it indoors and it stayed snow like for more than a week! The snow will start to dehydrate after a few days due to evaporation. I tried pouring salt but its not working, Its going to take a lot of salt. That's why it's so much fun to touch! This might be the snow that our kids now will have to play with as we now facing this global warming. Sure anything is possible, but the average person would probably be happy playing with a few gallons in a big container. But that hasn't stopped the knock-off companies from branding their own versions of a snow polymer. Has anyone ever had a child eat a little of the insta-snow? The last time I did the weather report on 9News, the switchboard lit up with confused viewers. Receive email notification when a reply has been made to this topic and you are not active on the board. If you want to cover your lawn, Id recommend putting down a tarp and putting the snow on top. In fact, the water absorbing properties of the snow are actually beneficial to the plants. Keri Brewster, your snow that you thought of was brilient i like it alot i order it all the time. OR has it happened before? The salt will break down the polymer. Suddenly, I had an ideaI would replace the stagnant sand in our sensory table with Insta Snow! Then, I tried to microwave the mixture. Does Insta Snow have to be on a special surface? In bulk amounts, could you concievably go skiing or snowboarding on it? Might be a great way to potty train the kid, but it's not true. Just dont put the black light into the water. I had a younger sibling eat it this afternoon and have a frantic parent call just now. Insta-Snow is so realistic that it is now being used in indoor snowboarding parks throughout the world. its globs of mush now. Many of them got sprayed like snowmen yesterday and it's quite hard to avoid getting into eyes. Similar superabsorbent polymers have been used in the past to absorb moisture in disposable baby diapers without the incredible expanding property! Wed enjoy seeing pictures. That way, you can pick up the snow powder easily and get rid of it. Why did you try to microwave it? Yes! It is safe for outdoors, because it is made of a similar polymer that farmers and landscapers use to keep crops, grass, etc hydrated while using less water. Insta-Snow is a synthetic polymer with super, water-absorbing properties. It was an instant hitwith the children, their parents, the other teachers, and our director! There is only one Insta Snow as indicated by that "circle R" thing. Yes! Is it safe on the skin for my 3 year old to play with in a sensory bin? Surfaces that are ideal include tile, plastic and glass. I feel Ive just touched the surface of all the fun, engaging experiments and experiences to be hadyouve just earned a lifelong customerand FAN! If you have a chemical equation to share, itll be very helpful! Just spray the top of the snow with water and fluff the snow with your fingers to give it a fresh, fluffy look. Bravo to the tv station there for haveing such a segment on air to visually stimulate an interest in this field. It is always recommended to make the snow in small quantities to achieve the greatest amount of mixing. Science is a critical needs subject here in SC and I am sure it is around the country. Just a small amount of powder is needed to make an impressive quantity of snow. 8:30 am 5:00 pm (MST), Denver Office I neglected to mention that the snow was faux snow created by mixing water with Insta Snow. The polymer will eventually dry out when left outside, but any moisture like rain will re-hydrate it. Pour some salt down the drain. It depends on how much you need to break down, but it will take a lot of salt. Even though the product is non-toxic (it's 99% water), keep Insta-Snow away from the eyes and mouth. Is it possible? The addition of salt destroys the water absorbing properties of Insta- Snow forever. [emailprotected], At-Home Chemistry Experiments Chemistry for Kids, At-Home Color Science Products Color Science for Kids, All About Air Kids Experiment Science Air Products, Electricity Experiments for Kids Electric Science Kit, Force & Motion Science Experiments & Products for Kids, Magnetism Products & Kits Magnet Science for Kids, Sound Science Science Products & Sound Kits for Kids, Earth Science Products for Kids Earth Science Kits, Weather STEM Activities Weather Science for Kids, https://www.stevespanglerscience.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/steve-spangler-science-logo-435.png. what is the chemical reaction that makes the addition of salt to the polymer irreversible? It was probably the water. As I was browsing through the NAEYC material for convention this year, I came upon your site and Insta Snow. my kid just did the same thing. Is Insta Snow safe to use outside? I just wanted to express, that it is great that Mr. Spangler does the things he does to promote and excite an interest in the field of science. class at USC, University of South Carolina, when on the net I ran across the 9 news website and saw Mr. Spangler performing his experiments on the program. Just add a few drops of food coloring to the water before mixing it with the Insta-Snow powder. If you do plan on using it outside, it will eventually break down and disappear, but it will take awhile. The request to do the Insta Snow demonstration came from a viewer who wanted to cover her lawn in fake snow. If this were true, every time the baby went potty, the diaper would erupt to an enormous size and explode! Good luck and let us know what you end up doing. Add a little water and this fine white powder quickly absorbs the water and expands to 100 times its original size. I don't think snow spray is that dangerous. No, Insta-Snow can be used on almost any surface except untreated wood. Good luck. Another challenge I find is educational sensory table experiences. Insta-Snow powder expands 100 times its original volume. Can Insta Snow be colored? Hope that helps! Good luck. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. did it work for you? Why does the snow feel cold to the touch? My kid dumped some down the drain and now my sink is clogged. Remember, Insta-Snow is very slippery when wet. We are in Houston so the humidity is not helping but wondering if you have any tips or advice for removal? 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. HelpSearchMembersCalendar. Hi Susan yes, drinking a lot of water should flush it out and they will be fine. Insta-Snow is very slippery when wet. Will the snow ever turn back into water? Insta-Snow is very easy to clean up and can be disposed of in the trash. We don't use the everywhere because it becomes somewhat annoying, but the name Insta Snow is a federally registered trademark of Steve Spangler Inc. (Federal Trademark Registration #2928946). One of the coolest things to do with Insta Snow is to let the snow dehydrate and watch as the fluffy powders returns to its original size and consistency and you're ready to do it again. Insta-Snow powder is a non-hazardous, non-toxic, environmentally safe polymer. Wed love to see how it turns out. How long does the hydrated snow last? Clogged the sink with the snow. I grew up in a warm place and some days you just wish you could go play in the snow! Does anyone know anything else that should be done??? As anyone ever had a child ingest the insta-snow? I cant give an exact time, but it will be there and make a mess for quite some time, depending on how long it takes to break down and go into the grass. If so, please let me know. When are you able to pour water down again? Keep the snow off of all walking surfaces, and clean up any spill immediately. going to try the salt? The more water you add, the more compact and dense it becomes. just now some idiots spray those snow aerosol directly to my gf eyes twice hmm..in pain but only wash after 30 min? If you're unfamiliar with Insta Snow, it's an amazing superabsorbent polymer that turns ordinary water into a white fluffy substance that looks like real snow. We covered the lawn of our COO one year and it took awhile, but the snow eventually went away. Glow sticks are fine as long as they stay sealed. I am on my way to becomeing a middle school science teacher and thought that this kind of community involvement is an excellent way for parents to get involved with their kids to encourage an interest in science. You can also let the snow completely dry out to use it again. Insta-Snow will not stain fabric, but normal care should be taken when applying this water-based material. Your email address will not be published. Mixing 1 teaspoon of Insta-Snow powder with 2 ounces of room temperature water produces the best quality snow. If you set up a deep level on a run, it should work just like real snow. Does anyone have any more help on this? I recently came upon your website, and was inspired to bring your Insta Snow into my classroom. However, the water can be released from the superabsorbent polymer by adding salt. Monday Friday After putting salt into the insta-snow, much of the water drained out. I would recommend not doing anything with the liquid inside a glow stick. The process of evaporation produces a constant cooling effect. Just brush the surface clean or use a vacuum to pick up the snow. Is there more than one Insta Snow on the market? FAQ Adult supervision is always recommended when using this product. What are the best mixing proportions? I have a child whos sibling ate some tonight after we made it in class today. I think artificial snow is so fascinating! All Rights Reserved 2002- 2022 Vijandren Ramadass (~unite against racism~). We love the InstaSnow we have some beautiful pictures! And how well? Keep adding the salt until you see the polymer start to break down. I wanted to see if you have any experience on using this on turf? I told them its 99% non-toxic and to drink lots of water. Download this topic in different formats or view a printer friendly version. Since the snow is almost entirely made up of water, and the water is bound to evaporate. If water replenishes it, will it ever go completely away? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Toll Free:800-223-9080 Dump salt into the drain and let it sit for a little bit before running the water. Insta-Snow is safe to use around children and pets. Let us know if you end up covering your lawn (and how you do it) and share a picture! The knock-off "snow" companies tell their customers to "add water and stir the mixture for 20-30 seconds to make snow." Here are the most commonly asked questions about Insta Snow. GOOD JOB and thanks. Our favorite knock-offs are the companies who believe that Insta-Snow is the same superabsorbent polymer found in a baby's diaper. You never answered how long to let the salt sit in the drain. If ingested, be sure to flush with water. Receive email notification when a new topic is posted in this forum and you are not active on the board. How long is a while? Andrew yes you could try skiing on it. Hi Jenner I would say it isnt the best idea to put it in your lawn. Im curious of how you clean up insta snow from outside? I was looking for a chemistry experiment to do for my chem. Ive read that it is safe for outdoors, but Ive not read what happens to it when left outside. Can Insta Snow be thrown away in the trash? Making Math & Science fun and engaging for three year olds can be quite a challenge, but definitely something I wanted to do. Hi! It would be so much fun! here from 2021 4 years after the last comment :/, Can you explain how the salt destroys the polymer in details? No, the fake snow will not melt since it is not really ice. 7901 Southpark Plaza, Suite 106Littleton, CO 80120
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