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Glass Water Globe Assembly Instructions & Helpful Tips
How to Insert the Rubber Gasket
- Add pre-soaked snow/glitter flakes into globe before inserting the gasket.
- Place globe in your lap or the Styrofoam insert it comes packed in. Position the gasket at top of globe's opening.
- Gently push down on the gasket working your way around the opening. This may take time to ensure you apply enough pressure to settle the gasket without breaking the glass.
- Once the gasket is initially seated in the outer groove, start the cycle again. This time pushing the gasket further inward until the edge of the raised part of the gasket is well seated in the globe's neck groove.
- When properly installed, the gasket should be flush with the bottom edge of the globe.
Helpful Tips for Gasket Installation
Tip #1:
Place the gasket in a freezer for a short time (about 1-3 minutes) until it is very cold but NOT frozen.
The cold will shrink the gasket very slightly, making installation easier.
The gasket will expand to normal size as soon as it reaches room temperature.
Tip #2:
Rubbing a little bit of water along the gasket's outer rung may also make inserting the gasket easier.
Remember, the gasket is designed to fit very taut to prevent water leakage. It may take a few tries to get the hang of installing the gasket without compromising the glass globe.
Filling your Globe with Water
- Add distilled water by pulling a small edge of the gasket away from the neck of the globe. To eliminate any air pockets, fill the globe with water so it is overflowing.
- Adding a few drops of rubbing alcohol to the water will help prevent bacteria from forming.
- A small amount of glycerin can be added to the water to slow down drifting. About 1 teaspoon for a 4" globe.
- Once globe is filled, securely position the gasket back into the globe.
- It may take several days for the drifting bits to move freely in the globe.
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Sebastian
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
I made a snow globe for my fiancé a couple of years ago in memory of Jake, her loving cat. The only tricky part I remember was getting the plug in, but it was because I had many figurines mounted on it before plugging the globe so I had to be very careful. Overall though it’s held up years later and it still looks beautiful to this day. We keep his memory on our shelf next to his ashes. I just wish it brought a base but it’s not a big deal to us.Rest in peace little buddy, we love you forever.
matthew thomas
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2025
Thank you. Hard to find 4" neck globe at a great price. Well packed and perfect size for antique snow globe replacement.
Geri
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2025
I had the base for my water globe. If you don't have one, you need to get one as this kit doesn't come with one. My glass broke, so I order this one. The directions were not very clear. This is what I did. My suggestion is to adhere your figurine with E6000 glue. Rough up the bottom of your figurine and clean it with rubbing alcohol. Apply a generous amount of glue, place on gasket. Let it cure for at least 48 hours. I added a layer of clear silicone around the figurine. Fill globe with snow and then add distilled water with a bit of rubbing alcohol (to prevent bacteria) and some glycerin (to help the snow move slowly). Then place gasket with figurine in freezer for about 20 minutes. remove from freezer and apply a very thin layer of vegetable oil (not too much). Begin working gasket down, but don't put any pressure on the middle of gasket (this will cause the figurine to lift). This is where you'll need a second person. When the gasket is nearly flush, insert a small funnel and add more distilled water till full. Remove any air bubbles at this time. Let sit undisturbed for 24 hours. I put a layer of silicone on the top of gasket for extra protection. Attach your base and your done. It's a chore though.
Jeffery
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024
Easy to order. Was difficult to find the right size. Fairly expensive though.
BARBARA
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
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marianna
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
Snow globes for little girl
Mz Ed
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2021
Bought this to replace a broken water globe glass. So far, so good. Not yet sure it's going to fit properly...Base has a lot of old glue/sealant that needs removed and that's proving to be hard.I think it's good for the money, but only if I can make it work.
S&B
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2018
Well made, clear globe. The gasket fits well for me, I haven't glued it in place yet but don't forsee any problems. The package arrived super quick . The snow amount included will not be enough for my project, I recommend buying additional snow or glitter. The snow is also very small in flake size, not a puffy snow.
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