Want to show your "Chirstmas Inflatable Display" to the world?  Take a few photos of your Christmas Inflatables in action and send them to christmas at tuffinflatables.com.  Please include a description of your inflatables and any information that you would like to have listed with the photos.  *Only send information you are comfortable having on the internet.  Once we recieve your photos we will post them and allow you and others to comment on the displays.  If we have enough photos sent in we may even have a small contest for bragging rights.  We look forward to seeing your Christmas Inflatables!

The Christmas spirit comes in many forms. Many show their spirit of the holiday season by decorating their home's and yards. Whether you just put a wreath on the door or go all out and string up lights on the house and every tree,bush or more less anything standing still, you're displaying your Christmas spirit.  I would say that I'm one of those people who thinks the more the better.  Take for instance the family who were the first to decorate their house and yard with thousands of  lights and synchronized it with  music and caused such a frenzy, that the traffic on their street was overwhelming to the neighbors, in years to follow they actually put out a schedule of show times, also was  featured in commercials and now others are following suit.  What a way to show your holiday spirit. The problem for many families is that  many of  us don't have the time or money to put up such a extravagant display. There are alternatives to this though, with technology comes easy and fun solutions. The inflatable Christmas decoration is a great option. Christmas Inflatables come in all sizes,shapes,characters and offer different animated features.  Inflatables that features animation, light shows and/or  music is like adding your own little show in your front yard, without the cost and time of the extravagant light shows. The average Christmas inflatable takes less than an minute to inflate, so you will be off and running before you know it, of course this depends on the size.  Below I have listed some Christmas Inflatables that features animation, light and/or music options:

5' Inflatable Animated Realistic Santa

(waves,moves his head and talks, also has a light)

11' Inflatable Christmas Light Show “Snowmen Family”

(characters lights flash in sync with music)

12' Long Santa Animated Train

(white ball rotates,elf goes up and down and the train lights up)

10' Animated North Pole Village Airblown Inflatable

(lights up and the characters rotate and the elf goes up and down)

8' Christmas Caroling Family of Snowmen

(Plays 4 holiday song and lights up)

10' Inflated Rotating, Lighted Christmas Carousel

(displays characters on carousel rotating)

Not only are these very simple and easy to set-up, the take down is a breeze. Most inflatables deflate within seconds. Consider how much time you have to set aside to take down all those strands of lights and plastic figures and all the storage containers and space needed to store them.  An inflatable can be stored easily and takes up much less space.  Anyone can decorate their home and yard this season with a great,fun and exciting Christmas Inflatable and wow their family and friends.

Everyone knows that Christmas is the favorite holiday of many children, especially the younger ones.  Why not get them involved in the outdoor decorating this year?  Traditionally Christmas decorating was the realm of the adult- ladders, extension cords and getting on the roof are not very safe for the young children.

Get them involved this year by decorating with Disney Airblown Christmas Inflatables!  The selection of inflatables has grown very large and now includes some of you child's favorite Disney characters.  Mickey Mouse and Minnie are at the top followed by Winnie the Pooh and friends.

Our favorite Disney inflatable this year is the Mickey and Minnie Inflatable Car. This inflatable features Mickey and Minnie in a classic inflatable car decorated for the holiday season.  It is  guaranteed to be a hit with the little ones and will make a perfect centerpiece for you Christmas display.

Our favorite Pooh Christmas Inflatable this year is the Pooh and Friends Wheelbarrow featuring Tiger pushing Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore in a wheelbarrow that is decorated for the holiday season.

Gemmy 8 Pooh Tigger & Eeyore in Wheel Barrel Inflatable
List Price: $99.99
Price: $79.99

Whatever you choose this year, be sure to get the kids involved.  They will be excited to tell family and friends that they helped set up the Christmas display this year!

Here are our top 10 picks for 2008 Christmas inflatables. Chosen for their fun and exciting themes. These will add excitement to any outdoor Christmas Display.  The animation, music and light shows of some of these inflatables will cause many to stop and look at your great display. Have fun and enjoy decorating this holiday season.

1. Inflatable Nativity Scene

7' Airblown Nativity Scene
List Price: $114.99
Price: $99.99

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Every mom knows what it’s like to try to get things done around the house while monitoring your children and refereeing their fights. What if there was an item would keep your children active and in one place, freeing you up to get work done? The Inflatable Bouncer does just that and makes a great addition to your backyard, even if you already have an outdoor swing set. You don’t have to worry about what they’re watching on TV or who they’re chatting with online. You don’t have to worry that they aren’t getting enough exercise. The Inflatable Bouncer (or the Inflatable Babysitter, if you prefer) will take care of it all.

It comes with its very own blower and emergency repair kit, so you don’t have to worry about blowing it up yourself or having it deflate because of a tear. Your children will keep active for hours, bouncing around in this inflatable house or castle. They have windows and doors are perfect for all sorts of imaginative play.

It is ideal for children ages 10 and up. However, smaller children can play in them as well, with occasional supervision. They are safer than a trampoline because they have walls and are not far off the ground. Some have small sliding boards for exiting. You can purchase them in all sizes, depending on the amount of children that will be playing in it and the ages of the kids. Smaller ones can even be used indoors if the weather is not permitting for outdoor use. You can even purchase lightweight foam balls or balloons to put in the bounce houses. This will only increase the fun.

Inflatable bouncers come in all colors and themes, anywhere from Dora the Explorer to a tropical hideaway. There are castles, pirate ships, circus tents, and even ones that feature sea creatures to make your child think he is in an underwater wonderland. Sports arenas or space-themed bouncers for your little boy and Princess castles or flowered cottages for your little girl are just a few bouncers available. There’s even one made into a giant race car! Whatever your child is into, you can find an inflatable bouncer to match.

The best thing about this “babysitter” is you don’t have to pay her on a daily basis. For about what you would pay for a week or two of babysitting, you can purchase an inflatable bouncer that will keep your kids entertained for years ahead!

In today's world there are many of us who don't own a ladder, or those of us who really don't care to climb a ladder or have the physical ability to do so.  Many elderly and handicap individuals wish they could decorate their yards for the Christmas season, but think they are unable too. Then there are those of us who very non-handy, scared of heights or have very steep roofs. But don't let that stop you from decorating your yard for the holiday season.  There are many options available to those who can't or choose not to climb ladders.  Holiday inflatables can help anyone decorate for almost any holiday with ease and convenience without having to climb a ladder or  having great physical strength. Inflatables can be set up in less than ten minutes, a little longer for larger items.

Christmas inflatables are available in all shapes and sizes, including your favorite characters, so the possibilities are unlimited.  You can choose from animated inflatables to inflatables that play music and provide a great light show.  Not to mention that displaying a holiday inflatable outside your business will draw attention, which is really cheap advertising. These also make great gifts for  home-warming parties, newlyweds, grandparents or parents. When you display a Christmas inflatable you are adding your own personality to the yard decorations.  Christmas Inflatables are very durable to the elements and will last for years to come.

Do you need one?

The holidays are fast approaching and with that comes family and friends.  With a house full of people the sleeping arrangements can get complicated and you may not have enough beds for everyone. Utilizing inflatable air beds, you can turn just about any room in your home into a guest room.

Before purchasing an air mattress you need to answer a few questions:

1. Who will be sleeping on the air bed?
2. Where will the bed be stored when not in use?
3. What is my budget?

1. Choose your airbed based upon who will be sleeping on the bed.  If adults and/or elderly will be using the bed you should consider purchasing a raised air bed. Raised air beds are nearly the same height as a traditional bed and allow the user to get in and out with ease. In addition to being higher off the ground the higher end air beds provide a more comfortable and supportive nights sleep. Cheaper, single type air beds are typically fine for children and teens who will have no problem getting on and off the bed. These work especially well for the very young who may roll off of the bed in the middle of the night.

2. When choosing your bed be sure that you have room to store the bed.  Keep in mind that it is recommended that you store the air bed in a clean, dry place at room temperature.  The garage, attic or storage sheds are typically not recommended for storage as they are susceptible to extreme temperatures.  Very cold or hot temperatures can adversely affect the performance and life span of you inflatable mattress.  A closet or the basement are ideal locations as long as the bed remains dry.

3. Air beds can cost as little as $20.00, but the price can go into the hundreds.  Your cost will be determined by the type and features of the air bed.  But keep in mind that a well cared for air bed will give you many years of use.

Here is an example of a very nice higher end air bed:

AeroBed 49613 Premier Comfort Zone Raised Queen Air Bed
Price: $299.99
AeroBed Premier Comfort Zone Raised features a unique air coil design to promote proper sleep support. The specially designed comfort zone coils reduce pressure points that can interfere with restful sleep. Our patent-pending "Sleep Align" coil system has been tested and backed by the Orthopedic Research Institute. But technical stuff aside the AeroBed Premier Comfort Zone Raised looks and feels as comfortable as a real bed!. Bed fully inflates in under three minutes with the exclusive flat panel profile pump. Patented "Quick Air Release" valve deflates the bed in under one minute. Rolls up and stores compactly in a durable carry bag for easy transport and storage. Over three times the height of the original AeroBed with a 24-inch-high sleep surface. "Sleep-Align" coil system relieves unwanted pressure and provides a superior sleep experience. The One Touch Comfort Control Wand allows for easy inflation and adjustment. Removable mattress cover and bed skirt provides additional comfort and convenience. Fits standard size sheets. 3 year limited warranty.

It's that time of the year again to start thinking about what to get the kids,spouse and family members for Christmas. I know this can be very stressful, especially if you have children that have everything or relatives that seem to have everything. If your like me you want to get them a Christmas gift that they will use or play with for years to come and is different than that boring old doll or toy car. If you are looking to buy them something that can be stored when not in use and something that the kids will absolutely love and get plenty of exercise playing with try an inflatable. Listed below are several types of great outdoor inflatables kids and family's would love:

Little Tikes Airplay Tikes Inflatable Bouncer Trampoline
List Price: $140.0
Price: $89.99

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We know that research is an important part of the buying process and actual customer reviews are the "Gold Standard" in our eyes.  With this in mind we have created our customer review section to enable you to leave your ratings and comments about the inflatable products you have purchased.

Our review section is in its infancy and will need your help, but we feel that it can become the most comprehensive inflatable review site on the internet.

If you have a review in mind, but the product is not listed, use the contact us form and it will be added as soon as possible.

In 2008 the hottest Halloween inflatable is the Inflatable Grim Reaper and Pumpkin Carriage. The carriage will up the scare factor in any yard and will be a hit with the trick-or-treaters. As always setup is a breeze and can be done with one person in a few minutes. Take down and storage are just as simple.
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