{"product_id":"flower-drying-silica-sand-with-indicator-beads-1kg-bag","title":"Flower Drying Silica Sand- with indicator beads 1kg Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Premium, Australian Made, Silica sand can be used to preserve bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, wreaths, floral arrangements, holiday decorations, herbs and seeds. While there are several ways to dry and preserve, silica sand is more efficient as it draws out moisture from the plant material with less discoloration and fading than hang drying or pressing. Most flowers can be dried within 5-7 days (some may take longer).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOakfield's flower drying crystals are comprised of very fine (0.3 - 0.85mm) white non-indicating silica and contain orange indicating silica gel beads. The small size minimizes bruising and help maintain the flower’s original shape during the drying process. The orange indicating silica gel turns green when the beads have reached their full adsorption capacity. This allows the user to easily identify when the flower drying crystals need to be reactivated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e** Silica can be irritating to the eyes and skin. Use it in a well ventilated area, with gloves and a mask. **\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains moisture indicator beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost flowers can be dried within 5-7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave can be used to speed up drying process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInert and non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdourless and non-corrosive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemains dry when saturated with moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReusable\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReactivation Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen the indicating silica gel turns green, reactivate as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread flower drying crystals on a tray and place in an oven at 115°C to 125°C for approximately 2-3 hours or until beads turn orange again. Once the crystals have been reactivated, remove from oven and let cool until able to handle. Store in a sealed container until ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakfield Clear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47796587299075,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/0027\/9555\/files\/SilicaImageRose.jpg?v=1772067907","url":"https:\/\/oakfieldclear.com\/products\/flower-drying-silica-sand-with-indicator-beads-1kg-bag","provider":"Oakfield Clear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}