101 Uses Of Water Absorbing Beads

By Marissa Velazquez


Water absorbing beads have been used in different aspects of life to serve different functions. With amazing ability in absorption, increase in size till saturation, these amazing crystals can transform to change simple events into marvelous functions. They are also known as water peals or crystals, gel beads and Orbeez among many other names. Currently, you will see used for decoration in events like weddings and manufacturing and processing factories.

From the store shelves, the crystals are completely dry and are so tiny and hard. The danger of letting them loose when not ready is that they roll all over, resulting in an extra work. When ready, put them in a soaking container for between four to eight hours to achieve maximum size.

Extra wetness can be strained from the bead once it reaches its full size. Although they are durable and can last into months, you must avoid hitting them on a hard surface as this can break them. The process of evaporation makes it shrink to its original size and this therefore calls for addition of soaking liquid to keep them enlarged. If the idea is to have them shrink, a strainer will help fasten the process. You can then dry them off in a towel and bag them for future use.

Be it in bowls, vases or jars the result is usually an eye catching piece for decorations. It is for this reason that you will see them in weddings and other events of this nature. They are known to add that wow factor transforming ordinary bowls and vases to something amazing.

They are available in different colors and shapes such as cubes, heart-shaped, cuboids and circular shape among others. A simple search over the web will result into hundreds of decorative ideas of how to use these crystals.

In manufacturing of disposable baby diapers, polymers are actually referred to as super absorbent. They produce lighter and thinner diapers. In sewerage and water treatment plants, it is used for trapping and suspending solid particles to make them easier to remove. It is also used in ore processing, soil conditioning, paper and textile plants and in the manufacture of dyes, adhesives, and a number of fabrics like permanent press among many other uses.

Bandana coolers too are made of these crystals. The crystals are simply wrapped in a bandana and then placed in a freezer for about fifteen minutes after which they are able to provide such a great chilling effect making you relaxed even on the hottest day. With the same idea, it is used in making the cooling parts on the clothing won by bicyclists, motorcyclists and construction workers.

Water absorbing beads are the best for decorations. With many colors and different sizes, you have the power to turn your event to a memorable one. Some scented oils to soaking liquid used will take the effect a little further. In this way, the air will smell great in addition to the fabulous look.




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