Fireworks 101
Fireworks 101: What You Need to Know
Best Fireworks to Buy:
For the best fireworks to buy, check out our top 5 list below and explore video displays of our fireworks products.
BIG STUFF” Fireworks Blog:
Visit the brand new Dynamite Fireworks “Big Stuff” Blog for the most up to date, interesting and informative fireworks information. This includes articles, videos, events, photos, and information that the fireworks industry and our Indiana Fireworks Store as to offer!
Frequently Asked Fireworks Questions / FAQ’s:
Answers to over 25 common fireworks questions that have been submitted to Dynamite Fireworks. Head over to the Dynamite Fireworks FAQ page to check it out.
Industry Links:
To enhance your fireworks knowledge and safety, we highly recommend these fireworks organizations where we are active members… American Pyrotechnics Association, National Fireworks Association, Pyrotechnics Guild International, Indiana Fireworks Users Association, and Michigan Pyrotechnics Arts Guild. Please visit these sites for some very informative information on all things related to fireworks, pyrotechnics and safety.
Professional Fireworks Shows:
If you enjoy watching the professional fireworks shows, we are happy to provide you these suggested links to find the nearest firework shows in INDIANA, ILLINOIS, MICHIGAN, and WISCONSIN.
Consumer Fireworks vs. Display Fireworks
Fireworks in the USA are classified as either Consumer Fireworks or Display Fireworks. Consumer fireworks are, depending on local and state laws, fireworks stores like Dynamite Fireworks can sell to the general public. Display Fireworks, on the other hand, are those items that you will see fired at the Professional/Municipal Shows and Sporting Events…as these fireworks require an ATFE permit.
Now, you will hear the more experienced fireworks users refer to these two classes of fireworks by their US Explosives Class. Either 1.4G [Consumer Fireworks] or 1.3G [Display Fireworks]. In addition, you may hear some older-school fireworks enthusiasts use the classification of “Class C” or “Class B” fireworks. But let it be known that these are no longer official terms as Class C is now known as 1.4G or Consumer Fireworks and Class B is now known as 1.3G or Display Fireworks.
In conclusion…Consumer Fireworks = 1.4G = Class C Fireworks. And, Display Fireworks = 1.3G = Class B Fireworks.
Consumer Fireworks vs. Display Fireworks
Fireworks in the USA are classified as either Consumer Fireworks or Display Fireworks. Consumer fireworks are, depending on local and state laws, fireworks stores like Dynamite Fireworks can sell to the general public. Display Fireworks, on the other hand, are those items that you will see fired at the Professional/Municipal Shows and Sporting Events…as these fireworks require an ATFE permit.
Now, you will hear the more experienced fireworks users refer to these two classes of fireworks by their US Explosives Class. Either 1.4G [Consumer Fireworks] or 1.3G [Display Fireworks]. In addition, you may hear some older-school fireworks enthusiasts use the classification of “Class C” or “Class B” fireworks. But let it be known that these are no longer official terms as Class C is now known as 1.4G or Consumer Fireworks and Class B is now known as 1.3G or Display Fireworks.
In conclusion…Consumer Fireworks = 1.4G = Class C Fireworks. And, Display Fireworks = 1.3G = Class B Fireworks.
Understanding Fireworks Effects and Colors
The colors you see in fireworks are each formed from different chemical elements and compounds. Blue [Copper], Red [Strontium or Lithium], Green [Barium], Yellow/Gold [Sodium], White [Aluminum or Magnesium], Silver [Titanium] and Glitter [Antimony]. For a better understanding of fireworks effects, see the attached poster from Great Grizzly Fireworks that explains the different fireworks effects from “Brocade” to “Willow”!
Importance of Fireworks Quality
Like anything else, good quality via a good fireworks brand means a bigger, better, longer, safer and more cost effective fireworks display. Many independent studies have been chartered by the major fireworks brands like Black Cat over the years with eye-opening results showing exactly what you get with the lesser-known fireworks brands. Know the Best Fireworks to Buy.
About Dynamite Fireworks
If you’re looking for the best Firework Store in Indiana near Chicago, take I-90 to Calumet Ave. Dynamite Fireworks is the closest Indiana Fireworks Store to Chicago located on the Indiana Illinois state line. We are open year round and offer wholesale and retail fireworks for sale to the public with a BEST PRICES GUARANTEE.
Our Fireworks Store carries over 1000 products from the best brands in the industry. Dynamite Fireworks has built a reputation for being the Premier Specialty Fireworks Store in the Midwest when compared to other Indiana Fireworks Stores.
With our quality selection of fireworks for sale, other Indiana Fireworks Stores find it hard to compete. We carry all the old-time favorites along with the hard to find pyro items. Our firework prices are also guaranteed to be the best you will find on any area firework for sale!
