Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day

Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day timeline

1957

Bubbles on the Wall

Two engineers, Marc Chavannes and Alfred Fielding, create the first bubble wrap, first trying to sell it as wallpaper and later marketing it as greenhouse insulation.

1960

Bubble Wrap Goes Corporate

The inventors establish the Sealed Air Corporation.

1961

Bubble Wrap Used for Shipping — Finally!

IBM, sensing an opportunity, use the product to protect the IBM 1401 computer during shipment.

2015

The End of Popping as We Know It

Sealed Air Corp. invent iBubble Wrap — bubble wrap that comes uninflated to keep shipping costs down and doesn't pop.

Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day FAQs

When is Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day?

In 2027, Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day will be observed on Monday, January 25, marking the last Monday of the month. This annual observance consistently brings a moment of fun to the start of the year.

Who invented bubble wrap?

The iconic cushioning material we know as bubble wrap was created by Alfred Fielding and Marc Chavannes. Their accidental discovery of trapping air between two plastic sheets led to one of the most widely used protective packaging solutions globally.

How much bubble wrap is produced annually?

The production of bubble wrap continues to be substantial, with estimates suggesting enough is made each year to circle the globe several times over. Its widespread use in e-commerce and logistics drives consistent high demand.

What is bubble wrap made of?

The primary component of bubble wrap is low-density polyethylene (LDPE) film. This plastic is chosen for its flexibility, durability, and ability to be easily molded and sealed, making it ideal for creating protective air pockets.

Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day Activities

Craft a bubble wrap outfit

Create a bubble wrap headband, shawl, hat, and scarf to get into the bubble wrap fashion spirit!

Have a bubble wrap popping competition

Bring bubble wrap into your office and suggest a popping competition during lunch. If you’re a teacher, bring bubble wrap in for the kids to pop.

Throw a fun and eccentric party

Go ahead, wrap the tables and chairs. Cups and utensils too! The cat? Probably not a good idea.

3 Eye-Popping Reasons To Love Bubble Wrap

Bubble wrap helps with stress

A survey by Sealed Air Corporation supposedly found that one minute spent popping Bubble Wrap relieves as much stress as a 33-minute massage.

Bubble wrap almost became an official toy

Hate to burst your bubble, but bubble wrap lost in the 2016 National Toy Hall of Fame finals.

There’s an app for wrap

You can relieve stress by popping virtual bubble wrap 24/7, or you can play one of three games. You can't lose — it's free!

Why We Love Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day

It protects our most precious belongings

When you need to wrap delicate pieces, bubble wrap is always the first choice. Your grandmother’s china? That piece of sports memorabilia? If you need to move it, pack it, or ship it, you know bubble wrap will protect it.