Frequently asked questions
Base gel will begin to activate and absorb water within 2-3 minutes and will create a firm, stable gel within 3-5 minutes.
No, Base gel will never exceed the volume of water it is added to.
Yes, Simply pour ½ (half) of the baseGel into the portable base opening. Wait about 1 minute and add the remaining BaseGel into the base. BaseGel will move throughout the portable base as it absorbs the available water.
The Base gel will freeze at temperatures below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and will return to a firm, stable gel as temperatures rise above 32 degrees F. Base gel’s performance will not be affected by repeated freeze-thaw cycles and will last up to 7 years. (Please follow the portable base manufacture’s recommendations for the maximum water to add to the base)
Portable bases vary in size from 25 gallon to 40 gallon capacity. One 16 oz bottle of Base gel absorbs more than 40 gallons of water. A full bottle per portable base is recommended to prevent calculation errors. One ounce (weight) of Base gel per 2.5 gallons of water may be used, at minimum, if less than a full bottle is required (ie. 10 ounces per 25 gallon base, 14 ounces per 35 gallon base)
It is recommended that a minimum of 3 teaspoons of Base gel is added for each gallon of water, so as an example, a 4-gallon umbrella stand would need 12 teaspoons of Base gel to absorb the water and make a gel with a firm consistency. One bottle of Base gel contains approximately 120 teaspoons.
Base gel will remain a firm gel for 7 years or more.
Simply make a table salt & water solution and pour it into the base on top of the Base gel. Within minutes Base gel will be deactivated and will return to a liquid that can be poured out of the base
Yes…flush the portable base with water thoroughly before filling it with water and adding Base gel. For more information review the safety information tab above.
Yes, BaseGel is non-hazardous and will not harm the environment. BaseGel can be rinsed into a storm drain after use. BaseGel will also not damage plants or aquatic life.
Base gel resists evaporation and will not lose weight or volume under normal circumstances (portable bases are closed systems). Base gel is also formulated to minimize gel loss should a minor crack develop in the portable base. All portable basketball goal manufacturers recommend inspection of the base for cracks and leaks and checking the water level in the base before each use. If the Base gel level has dropped minimally add more water to the base. If the BaseGel level has dropped substantially follow the portable basketball goal manufacturer's recommendations for repair or replacement.