Floral Foam

[kingstubb]

Ive made backdrops with Styrofoam plenty of times but i was wondering if anyone used floral foam? Im sure it could be shaped into all types of branches and hides. If you dont know what floral foam is follow this link http://www.marshallfloralproducts.com/OASIS-Floral-Products_c_1.html?gclid=CPSCz5679aoCFcl-5Qod5nyQOw

 

[catfishrod69]

i have used it in taxidermy, but it is extremely soft, you could poke your finger right through it, and it is really powdery..

 

[kingstubb]

Well depends on which kind you get....I rather it be playable so I can shape it to my desire. Would a T be able to burrow in it you think? I dont know if its even toxic Im just spit-balling ideas

 

[catfishrod69]

ive never used any other kind, but i do think there is a kind thats really hard...i dont know about the burrowing and toxicity, maybe someone else can help

 

[captmarga]

Having been in the floral business for many years, I would strongly dissuade anyone from using green floral foam for such projects. There are two types - one is meant to use dry and hold silk flowers, the other is meant to retain water. Both are very powdery and will degrade over a relatively short time. I would shudder to think about a T getting any in the lungs or mouth by accident.

Marga