The 100% biodegradable floral foam alternative.
Sideau®
Agra-Wool International Group from the Netherlands is worldwide known for their substrates and water-absorbing natural stone wool products for growers. After extensive testing of the product’s density, Agra-Wool has now developed a product with the same use characteristics as floral foam: Sideau®. In contrast to floral foam, which is made from oil derivatives and phenol resin – which is plastic – Sideau® is fully biodegradable. Therefore, Sideau® is perfectly suited for florists and flower arrangers who want to use a fully environmentally friendly base for their creations.
The 100% Biodegradable Floral Foam Alternative
Sideau® is made of Earthwool®, a natural product made from basalt, a volcanic igneous rock. In addition, Sideau® is made with Ecose®, a natural binder, free from acetylates and formaldehyde. In the composition of the binder, therefore, petrochemical raw materials make way for vegetable raw materials. During the production of Ecose®, 70% less energy is required than for traditional binders. Sideau® is noticeably softer but still very dense, emits no odor, and produces little dust. Hence the recognizable brown color. Sideau® is therefore friendly to people and the environment. It does not irritate the hands and skin and is therefore pleasant to work with.
