DIY Foam Machine: How To Build (Updated)

Last Updated on April 21, 2024 by Kimberlee Johnson

Crafting your own foam machine is an outstanding option to keep chill during the hot summer months! This is an ideal solution for those seeking creative and wallet-friendly ways to enjoy themselves.

All you need are a few simple materials (most of which can be found at home) and some pretty basic instructions. Check out this step-by-step guide we prepared for you!

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6 Steps To Follow When Making A Foam Machine At Home

1. Gather the Necessary Materials

For this project, you will need a malleable tube, water, soap or baby shampoo, cloth, rope, duct tape, and a leaf blower [1]. Once you have all of these things, you’re ready to get started!

2. Tape The Flexible Tube at the End of the Blower

The next step is to take the flexible tube and tape it securely to the end of the blower. Ensure the connection is secure; otherwise, you’ll have a big mess on your hands!

Aside from stability, another reason why it’s important to have a tight connection is so that the blower will not get loose. It will ensure that the soap and water mixture is properly mixed and blown into foam.

3. Make Bubble Solution

After the tube is properly attached to the blower, it’s time to make the bubble solution. For this, you will need water and soap (or shampoo) [2]. Mix these two ingredients until you have a nice, bubbly solution.

A quick tip for making the perfect bubble solution is to use twice as much water as you do soap.

4. Secure Flexible Tubing Outside the Container

Now, take the other end of the flexible tubing and secure it outside the container where you made the bubble solution.

Again, it’s important to ensure that this connection is tight and secure so that the soap mixture will not leak. If it does, it will quickly harden and clog up the tubing. You don’t want that to happen!

5. Cover with Clothing and Rope

Once the tubing is in place, it’s time to cover the entire setup with a piece of cloth. It will help contain the soap foam as it’s being created.

After the cloth is in place, use a rope to secure it around the container. It will ensure that everything remains intact and doesn’t move around too much.

6. Turn on Blower

Now, we’ve reached the fun bit! It’s time to turn on the blower and watch the soap mixture blown into beautiful, fluffy foam. As the foam builds up, you may need to add more solutions to the container as needed.

Once you’ve reached your desired amount of foam, it’s time to enjoy! Just be sure to clean up afterward to prevent any accidents.

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Can You Use DIY Foam Machine for Foam Party?

Yes, you can. In fact, we highly recommend it. DIY foam machines are the perfect way to add extra fun to any party without breaking the bank. Just be sure to have enough solutions on hand to keep the party going all night long.

How Much Will It Cost to DIY a Foam Machine?

It may cost you around $30 to $10 for a DIY foam machine. The project’s cost will vary depending on the materials you will buy and the materials you already have at home.

It is a great price considering you can use it repeatedly. Plus, it’s a fraction of the cost of renting or buying a foam machine.

FAQs

Can you use a hair dryer for the DIY foam machine?

Yes, you can. However, using a hair dryer instead of a leaf blower will take longer since it is smaller. But if you have time and aren’t in a hurry, then, by all means, go for a hair dryer!

Is it more expensive to do a DIY foam machine than to rent one?

No, it is generally more expensive to rent a foam machine than to DIY your own, especially if you already have most of the materials at your home. Take note that the cost of a DIY foam machine will vary depending on the materials you will use.

Bubbles In, Let’s Go

Making a party more fun and exciting doesn’t require much – you only need a few materials readily available at home. Knowing how to create a DIY foam machine is definitely cheaper, so you can splurge more on food and drinks!

Get your materials out, play that party music, and get bubbling!

References:

https://hackaday.com/2019/06/28/building-a-foam-machine-from-a-leaf-blower-and-a-water-pump/
https://www.instructables.com/Foam-Machine/

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Kimberlee Johnson is a preschool teacher and a mom of 3. She puts a lot of thought into gift-buying and gift-giving as she believes that each gift should tell a story. She enjoys scrapbooking and watching the History Channel. Learn more about us here or you can email us [email protected].