STORAGE:
The white colour and its shades (light pink, light blue) are most subject to change – they can turn yellow. To minimize discolouration and prolong the pristine beauty of flowers, we recommend that you do not display all available flowers in a showcase or window, but only the minimum required number of samples.
If the flowers are not intended to be your permanent decorative elements, they should be stored in a closet or in boxes in airtight packages that protect them from light and weathering: this can be cling film, bags, resealable containers, etc.
Flowers of the same hue can be stored together, some colours cannot be mixed (with the exception of ready-made bouquets and arrangements), since they can stain each other. For example, white and red roses.
MAINTENANCE:
When handling flowers, there are a number of restrictions:
- Protect flowers from direct sunlight (this is especially true for white and shades of white – they may turn yellow). Short-term (1-2 days) exposure to sunlight does not harm the flowers, but a flower made of any material in the colour white is unlikely to withstand 1-2 months – it will definitely turn yellow.
- Do not use flowers near open flames (candles, fireplaces, etc.) or heaters. Do not place flowers in close proximity to incandescent lamps and studio light boards, as they can melt them.
- Do not use an industrial heat gun to straighten flowers. It can melt both the material of the flower itself and the glue that connects the different parts of the flower.
CLEANING STEPS:
- Take the silk flowers outside and blow them to remove as much dust as possible. Use a low setting on the hairdryer with no heating.
- Mix 1/2 cup of white vinegar and 1/2 cup of water in a spray bottle. Mist the flowers with the solution and allow it to sit for 15 minutes. Do a test run on just 1 floral or spot first to ensure it can withstand the solution, as it can change the colour of some florals.
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Fill a sink or tub with lukewarm water (make sure the water isn’t too hot as that can melt the glue used to keep the petals or stems of the flowers together) and add 2 teaspoons of clear gentle dishwashing liquid or baby shampoo/body wash.
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Swish the flowers in the soapy water until the stains are gone. In another tub gently dunk the flowers with cool water and dry them on several layers of white paper towels or a big fluffy soft towel. - Let them dry on the towel naturally before storing them away again.