Origin of Styrofoam

Styrofoam, also known as expanded polystyrene (EPS) and polystyrene, is obtained through the polymerization of styrene, which is industrially produced from petroleum.

At room temperature, polystyrene is a solid thermoplastic with an amorphous structure. It was first produced in the 1930s.

An interesting property of the product is that it can be melted and hardened again.

Pure, hard polystyrene is a colorless, flexible, slightly deformable plastic.

It can be cast into molds with fine details.

It is used for quality cable insulation, as a capacitor dielectric, and for various radio technical parts.

Capacitors with polystyrene film dielectric are called "styroflex" capacitors.

Decorative items in various shapes and colors are also made from Styrofoam.

They are extremely light and easy to use.

Styrofoam decorations are easy to transport and store.

 

Types

Polystyrene can be either transparent or colorful.

It is an inexpensive product used to manufacture plastic utensils – cups, plates, bowls.

It is also used to produce children’s toys, exercise mats, and other household products.

The most common use of it is as expanded polystyrene, used for building insulation.

Expanded polystyrene products are manufactured in factory conditions.

In this form, it is better known as Styrofoam and facade Styrofoam.

This is the lightweight material from which insulated coffee cups and food containers are made.

It is also used as packaging material for architectural models.

Variations of polystyrene are also known under trade names such as fibropan, styrodur, styroflex, monodur, glazofom, styrofoam, polpan, and others.

There is also impact-resistant Styrofoam, which contains rubber that makes the material tough and impact-resistant.

It is a primary material for manufacturing parts through injection molding.

 

Application in Art

On our online store, you will find a variety of decorative Styrofoam.

Their advantage is that they are extremely light, and the decoration made with them can be easily moved and positioned in your home wherever you desire.

You can choose from many styrofoam mushrooms, peppers, and small orange pumpkins.

1. Styrofoam Hearts

Suitable for Valentine’s Day decorations.

Make lovely hanging decorations with our styrofoam hearts.

You can color or adorn them with glitter and ribbons.

The material is suitable for all kinds of customization.

Our styrofoam hearts are also an ideal gift for a loved one.

2. Styrofoam Eggs

Perfect for Easter decorations.

Create stunning decorative eggs for your home decor.

Color or decorate them with glitter, stickers or paper.

Another great idea is to place the Styrofoam eggs in bowls or pots with artificial grass.

You can add some chick, rabbit or hen figures, and anything else you can think of.

Styrofoam figurines are safe for children too.

3. Balls

Styrofoam balls are one of the most versatile decorative items.

They are used for making decorations for occasions such as Christmas, birthdays, name days, weddings, christenings, etc.

You can also use them as components in making dolls and figurines, serving as the head shape.

On Styrofoam balls, you can easily draw eyes, a mouth, and a nose to create the doll’s face.

This material can be decorated with paints, pencils and pastels.

Since the balls have a hole, you can attach them to the body with wire or by sewing.

Use your finished dolls as a decoration, souvenir, or a gift for a loved one.

4. Cylinders, Cubes, Spheres

You can use these shapes to make decorative houses.

For this, you will need bark to make the roof shingles of the house, coconut grass, and materials for making windows and doors.

Model houses can be shaped as desired and decorated with various elements.

You can add small figures of animals, people, trees, and artificial flowers.

Geometric Styrofoam items can also be used in making decorations for Easter, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, and christenings.

With them, you can make effective festive decorations.

For this, you will need ribbons, glitter, colored strips, beads and sequins.

Polystyrene items allow other elements to be glued to them.

They can also be colored with different materials – acrylic paints, watercolors, and tempera paints, as well as with pastels and pencils.

Styrofoam cylinders, cubes, and spheres can also be used as a base for artificial flowers.

After forming the decorative flowers, you can attach them to the Styrofoam item using floral wire.

You can beautify the base by gluing artificial butterflies, paper grass, twigs, leaves, and other small elements.

Use the finished flower composition to freshen up your home.

You can also use this type of decoration for various events – weddings, birthdays, Easter, St. George’s Day, etc.

Since Styrofoam bases are light, make sure they don’t fall over.

 

5. Fruits and Vegetables

Styrofoam fruits and vegetables are a great way to decorate your home’s interior.

Having fruits in a bowl adds a cozy and warm feel to your home comfort.

Real vegetables and fruits can’t last that long and are unsuitable for decoration.

Choose artificial veggies to have a permanent and long-lasting accessory.

Choose your favorite Styrofoam items and color them any way you like.

Let them dry, choose a bowl to arrange them in, and place them inside.

You can add paper or coconut grass as a base under the products.

This decoration will make your home decor unique.

6. Flowers

Make floral decorations for your dining room! Styrofoam flowers are the perfect elements to add to your decor!

On EM ART you will find Styrofoam tulips, roses, and many more.

Pick one of the colored ones or paint them yourself.

Using colored polyester sleeves, floral wire, mesh, and tape, you can create beautiful artificial flower bouquets and arrangements.

Polyester flowers are among the most popular decorations for children’s parties, as well as for weddings and christenings.

7. Animals – Bunnies, Kittens, Puppies, Chicks
8. Birds – Chicks, Doves, Swans

 

Use these styrofoam figurines to make decorations for Easter, Christmas, St. George’s Day, birthdays, etc.

Spice them up with a splash of color, add accessories such as stones, beads and ribbons, or dress them in various fabrics and tulle.

 

9. Stars, Trees, Bells, Deer, Snowmen, Snowflakes

 

These Styrofoam elements are ideal for Christmas decorations.

They come in white so you can customize them to your liking.

 

10. Hollow Figures

These figures are hollow meaning you can easily string and hang them on surfaces.

With them, you can easily make interesting decorations for your home – garlands, pendants, etc.

11. Styrofoam Boxes

We also offer Styrofoam boxes that you can turn into original gift boxes.

Unleash your imagination and decorate them with paints, paper and other accessories.

12. Mannequins

In our store, you will also find styrofoam mannequins.

Besides mannequins in various sizes, we also offer Styrofoam heads that can be used to present jewelry or doll making.

Dolls made from Styrofoam are extremely light and can be easily customized with materials such as:

• Fabric clothes;
• Artificial hair;
• Shoes;
• Ribbons, etc.

 

13. Numbers

Our styrofoam numbers are extremely light and versatile. Suitable for decorating events such as birthdays and anniversaries.

Thanks to their white color, you can design them according to the theme of the celebration in colors of your choice.

The most common technique for decorating styrofoam numbers is wrapping them with colorful cellophane and foil.

Make these styrofoam numbers shine!

14. Styrofoam Angels

Angels are a wonderful way to complement your Christmas decorations.

You can cover them with various paints and glitter. This way, your home will be filled with festive spirit.

 

Prices

We offer art and hobby materials for both professionals and beginners at low and affordable prices. Besides retail, you can also shop wholesale from us.

For wholesale traders, we have preferential prices.

We frequently run sales and discounts on our website, which you can use.

Why Choose EM ART?

EM ART online store is the place where every hobby master will find everything needed for their art.

We offer a vast assortment of art and craft materials, suitable for all levels.

Here you will find jewelry accessories, craft tools, packaging materials, beads, stones, etc.

Our items are high-quality and durable.

 

Delivery

After adding the items you need to your shopping cart, finalize your order. To do this, enter your full name, contact number, and the address where you want to receive your order.

Expect your parcel to arrive within a few business days.

Immerse yourself in the world of art with EM ART!