CCF CCF Floral Mechanics & Construction 2

Question 1

What is the correct method for saturating floral foam before use?

Accepted Answer

Place it on the water surface and allow it to sink on its own

Answer

Force it under water for 30 seconds

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Soak it in hot water for one hour

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Spray it with a water bottle until damp

Question 2

How far above the container rim should floral foam extend for maximum design flexibility?

Accepted Answer

1–2 inches

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3–4 inches

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Flush with the rim

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Below the rim

Question 3

What is the recommended method for securing saturated floral foam inside a container?

Accepted Answer

Waterproof tape strips crossed over the foam and adhered to the container rim

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High-temperature hot glue applied to the foam base

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Wire wrapped tightly around the foam

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Pressing the foam firmly with no additional adhesive

Question 4

Which foam type is appropriate for dried and silk flower arrangements?

Accepted Answer

Dry foam (Sahara foam)

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Saturated wet floral foam

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Standard craft Styrofoam

Answer

No foam — use sand instead

Question 5

What tool is a 'kenzan' (pin holder or 'frog') used for in floral design?

Accepted Answer

Anchoring stems securely in shallow containers and low bowls

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Cutting foam to fit a container

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Applying floral adhesive to stems

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Measuring wire gauge thickness

Question 6

At what angle should stems be cut before inserting them into floral foam?

Accepted Answer

45-degree angle

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Straight horizontal cut

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90-degree perpendicular cut

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V-shaped notch cut