{"product_id":"mycomateriaux-substrat-colonis-pret-mouler","title":"MycoMaterials – Colonized substrate ready to mold (4 L \/ 1.5 kg)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n  \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L3j6Pdw2ot4?si=p7MpxTlDaOeB8Z5W\" title=\"YouTube video player\" allowfullscreen style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"myco-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate your mycelium-based biocomposites\u003c\/strong\u003e: sculptures, objects, prototypes, panels, textures…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiving mycelium on substrate, ready to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 L size (1.5 kg): ideal for prototyping, workshops, schools, makerspaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor mycomaterials (not a fruiting kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with your molds: silicone, cardboard, 3D printing, fabric…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio-sourced material based on hemp and compostable at end of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-forwho\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor whom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtists, students, designers, architects, schools, makers, researchers: anyone who wants to explore a living, textured, surprising material — and learn by experimenting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-uses\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you can make\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall objects: pots, vases, design pieces, stage accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptures \u0026amp; textures (effects like “skin,” “mineral,” “fiber”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging \/ cushioning prototypes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamples of panels (acoustic \/ decorative), tiles, non-structural bricks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003ePerformance (strength, soundproofing, fire resistance, etc.) depends greatly on species, substrate, density, drying, and additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-how\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works (simple)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore in a cool place\u003c\/strong\u003e upon receipt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork cleanly\u003c\/strong\u003e (gloves + alcohol) and crumble the colonized substrate finely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape it\u003c\/strong\u003e: fill a mold and compact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet it “incubate”\u003c\/strong\u003e for 3 days at room temperature (18-25°C), then \u003cstrong\u003edry\/treat\u003c\/strong\u003e to stop growth and stabilize the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eTip: It is possible to unmold after 2-3 days and do a second incubation outside the mold, in a closed, humid environment to encourage the mycelium to aerate and densify on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-contents\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bag of colonized substrate (≈ 3 litres, ≈ 1.5 kg) ready to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-storage\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage (important)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a living product. For best results: \u003cstrong\u003erefrigerate\u003c\/strong\u003e upon receipt and \u003cstrong\u003euse quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-safety\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct intended for creation \/ research \u0026amp; development \/ materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for food use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid inhaling dust\/spores: work in a ventilated area, wear a mask if sanding\/drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allergic to molds\/fungi, handle with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"myco-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this make mushrooms grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold for mycomaterials. It is not designed as a fruiting kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many pieces can I make with 3 L?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on density\/compaction and additives: several small pieces, or 1–2 larger prototypes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I see white inside the bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white usually corresponds to growing mycelium: this is normal on colonized substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to do if there is a strong smell or a color appears?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very sour smell, bright colors (green\/black), or a “powdery” appearance may indicate contamination: it is better to avoid indoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to stop growth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the piece is well bound, dry it and\/or apply heat treatment to stabilize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I add pigments \/ fibers \/ waste?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes: textiles, papers, cardboards… Test in small batches. 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