50 Floral Stems - White - Gauge 18

White floral wire gauge 18 Azucren: the framework for large structures

Gauge 18 is the stiffest wire in the Azucren range. Its reinforced thickness and 40 cm length make it the support for XXL sugar flowers, sunflowers, lilies, tropical flowers, and decorative pastillage structures that require rigidity without bending. A wire designed for large floral decoration pieces decorations.

Features

• ● Gauge 18, the stiffest in the range
• ● Length: 40 cm
• ● White color, discreet and easy to conceal
• ● Pack of 50 stems
• ● High resistance to bending, for heavy assemblies and pastillage

Usage tips

Use gauge 18 as the backbone: a single stem for a large isolated flower, or the central support of a floral tiered piece around which secondary stems wrap. For petals and details, go down to gauges 22, 24, or 26: the framework remains sturdy, the finish remains delicate.

Assembly suggestion for a large sunflower: mount the center on a gauge 18 loop, let dry for 24 hours, then attach petals on gauge 24 stems in crossed rows. For a tropical branch inspired by nature, twist two gauge 18 wires and wrap with florist tape before inserting leaves and flowers.

Note: floral wire is never in direct contact with the cake. Protect each base with a food-safe straw or dedicated tube before insertion, as with tiered cake dowels, and remove everything before cutting.

Frequently asked questions

Gauge 18 or gauge 20, which to choose?
18 is thicker and stiffer than 20. Choose 18 for structures, pastillage, and very heavy flowers, 20 for main stems of classic large flowers like peonies.

Can it be used for a tall multi-tiered arrangement?
Yes, that is its preferred use. Twist several stems to form a central mast, then distribute flowers mounted on thinner gauges along the structure.

Does the wire bend without breaking?
Yes, it accepts sharp bends and twists with pliers. Its resistance to bending means it holds the given shape without sagging under the flower's weight.