Flower Drying Options

There are a number of options for drying flowers and foliage such as air drying. However, the results are often disappointing and some flowers are just not suitable for air drying. The use of MoistureSorb® on the other hand results in exhilarating dried flowers and is well worth the effort.

The Solution

The MoistureSorb® Natural Flower Drying Desiccant Powder was specially developed to dry flowers with exhilarating results. MoistureSorb® is particularly effective for flowers that are not prone to air drying with good results.

How MoistureSorb® Works

MoistureSorb® is very effective and efficient at adsorbing moisture from flowers. MoistureSorb® is negatively charged whereas moisture rides on positively charged particles. As a result, MoistureSorb® draws in moisture like a strong magnet and traps it. The molecular structure of MoistureSorb® is made up of a lattice structure arranged to form a honeycomb framework of billions of interconnecting channels. This gives MoistureSorb® an enormous surface area that is larger than several football fields. The latter enables MoistureSorb® to adsorb phenomenal amounts of moisture from flowera and work for months.

Environmentally Friendly

MoistureSorb® is natural, recyclable, non-toxic, safe, non-hazardous, non-scented, and non-caustic. It is an ideal environmentally friendly solution for drying flowers of all types. MoistureSorb® does not contain chemical additives and is beneficial for those suffering from chemical sensitivity.

Applications

MoistureSorb® can be used to dry most types of flowers. In addition, flowers that are not suitable for air drying could be dried well with MoistureSorb® and the results could be exhilarating.

The following flowers, which are not generally well suited for air drying, could be dried effectively with MoistureSorb® for superior preservation:

• Ajuga
• Anemones
• Azaleas
• Daisies
• Dogwood
• Freesia
• Grape Hyacinths
• Lily of the Valle
• Marigolds
• Mimosa
• Orchids
• Pansies
• Passion flowers
• Peonies
• Primroses
• Roses
• Snapdragons
• Stokesias
• Zinnias
• …and many others

Directions

For best results, spread out MoistureSorb® it in a clean microwavable container and heat for 2- 4 minutes with turning in a microwave or until dry before using. Avoid using a plastic container because it could melt from the heated powder. Pour about an inch of cool MoistureSorb® powder on the bottom of an airtight container. In addition, make little mounds of MoistureSorb® to support all the flowers you will place in the container so that they will not dry flat.

Ensure that the flowers you will treat have just opened and do not have dew or moisture on them and are as flawless as possible. The flower stems should be trimmed to 1" - 1 1/2" (unless they will be used for gluing) and wired before drying them with the MoistureSorb® as they will tend to be more fragile after they have dried.

Place flowers with fewer petals, face down, in the mounds and spoon the MoistureSorb® under each petal without causing excessive weight on the flowers. Flowers with many petals should be placed face up and the inside petals gently coated with MoistureSorb®. Ensure that the flowers are well covered with MoistureSorb® and separated so moisture does not seep from one flower to the next. Seal the container making sure that it is airtight and store.

To test the flowers for dryness, gently feel the petals. They should feel crisp and papery dry. If they still feel soft, continue with the drying process. When the flowers are dry, gently pour the powder from the flowers and pick them up by the stem. Using a dry paint brush, gently brush the powder off the petals back into the container. The dried flowers can be stored in an airtight container and supported with dry builder's sand.

Product Life

The MoistureSorb® Natural Flower Drying Desiccant Powder can be reused many, many times for years. To regenerate, simply heat MoistureSorb® in an oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 3 hours or heat in the microwave for approximately 4 minutes or until dry. This will regenerate Moisturesorb so that it will be ready to be reused. The number of times MoistureSorb® can be reused and its actual life span will depend on the conditions under which it is used.

Disposal

The unused MoistureSorb® Natural Flower Drying Desiccant Powder is non-hazardous and environmentally safe. However, this may change if it is exposed to hazardous or toxic substances. Used MoistureSorb® should be disposed according to all relevant local, state, and federal regulations.