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Sideau AgraWool® (20 Bricks)

Sideau AgraWool® (20 Bricks)

$54.95 USD
$54.95 USD
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Sideau AgraWool® is a 100% natural floral design alternative to floral foam blocks.

It is made from basalt wool with plant-based, starch binders. It’s eco-friendly and biodegradable.

9 in. x 4 in. x 3 in. bricks

20 bricks per case
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SIDEAU-AGRAWOOL

Sideau AgraWool® is an environmentally conscious alternative to traditional floral foam blocks. Made from 97% basalt mineral rock fibers, this non-toxic solution provides a sustainable option for your floral arrangements. Sideau AgraWool® is crafted by spinning powdered basalt rock into fibers at high heat and binding them with a patented sugar-based agent, offering a natural and eco-friendly choice for your floral needs.

Perfect for fresh, dry, and silk flowers, Sideau AgraWool® fits seamlessly into standard floral containers and can be easily cut to size with a serrated edge knife. Its quick water absorption properties ensure that your stems stay hydrated, while its sturdy construction securely supports them.

Sideau AgraWool®'s composition of thin layers of mineral basalt fibers compressed into sheets provides stability and durability. The ribbed side of the brick offers the strongest support and water retention, making it ideal for most arrangements. The softer side of the block can be used for delicate stems, with pre-perforation recommended for ease of insertion.

As the binding material biodegrades, Sideau AgraWool® transforms into rock dust, acting as a beneficial soil amendment that's safe for the environment. While handling, those with skin sensitivity should wash their hands afterward. Personal Protective Equipment is not required for normal use.

For optimal results, follow these steps when using Sideau AgraWool®:

  1. Preparation (optional): Cut the Sideau AgraWool® to fit your floral container with a serrated edge knife.
  2. Water Absorption: Place the Sideau AgraWool® in your container and add approximately 1.5 liters of water per brick. The wool will quickly absorb the water, supporting stems in place.
  3. Orientation: Position the Sideau AgraWool® with the ribbed side facing up for optimal strength and water retention. For delicate stems, consider using the softer side.
  4. Insertion (optional): Use a skewer or pick to "pre-perforate" and protect the stems, facilitating easier insertion through the layers of Sideau AgraWool®.
  5. Disposal: After use, Sideau AgraWool® can be reused, composted in small quantities, or safely disposed of in regular landfills, contributing to a more sustainable floral industry.

Customer Reviews

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Summer Young-Jelinek
Wanted to love but not quite there yet

I had an auction gala and my centerpiece vision couldn't be done without foam. I couldn't bring myself to but regular foam, so I ordered a box of this. It worked fine as the greens were built up, though it was much more difficult to get attend in on the and than the sides - it's like it was a completely different texture. But when it came time to stick the roses in, it just wouldn't hold them. It lost structural integrity before the awful oasis would and the flowers sure of slumped in it. I probably could have made it work looks wise, but I was afraid with that much gaping between stem and foam that the flowers wouldn't get enough water over the 30 hours they needed to look good. I had to pivot and use vases with water instead, which luckily I had on hand. Unfortunately they just weren't what I had envisioned. I think some further engineering is needed to make this a great product. It might work for very very thin stemmed stuff or something with really fluffy flowers, but it just can't hold the same number of stems. Hopefully we see a new and improved version out soon, but in the meantime, I think I will have to stick with vases

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Buse
Multi day use

I love it. It holds stems well and lasts a long time when wet. I kept flowers in it for three days and it kept up, held the stems well, and was well hydrated.

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Heather Ramirez

Love AgraWool and how long lasting my designs are in it.

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Barbara Rossi
AgraWool Bricks in Floral Design Work

I find AgraWool Bricks to be a nice substitute for floral oasis. Love the compostability and it holds water quite well. We had some bricks fall apart during our design work. Maybe we left them hydrating to long. We are still in the learning mode with these. A little more difficult pushing stems into it, and fine stems are trickier. We still will continue using AgraWool over floral oasis due to its sustainability. Once we have more experience using it I'm sure we will find it easier to work with. Overall a nice product.

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Anonymous
Good but not quite there

I’m trying to go all in on using agrawool! I appreciate the sustainability and feel much better using it for that reason.

However, I find that the fibers are tricky to work with, some florals just don’t work and it’s hard to maintain a shape as things move around a lot. I used a small stick to create a pre-hole and that helps but not always. I used chicken wire and tape over it and that helped but I’m still not totally sold.
I hope that you could perfect this product somehow because it’s the alternative the industry badly needs!

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