

There are different coatings that can be found on flatback rhinestones. Quality flatback rhinestones have a thin silver backing that needs adhesive to connect the rhinestones to your finished product. Flatback Rhinestones adhere to your finished product using an additional adhesive, like SuperTite Fusion Tack Glue, SuperTite-Grab360 Glue, or SuperTite Universal Eco Glue. The 2nd press sets the stones and helps remove any l lifting that may happen when removing the sticky transfer tape.įlatback Rhinestones do not require a heat press. Most HotFix Rhinestones can be applied at 325 for 15 seconds, cool, peel and press again for 5-10 seconds. Always refer to the application setting for your particular stones and heat press for best results. This special HotFix adhesive adheres the rhinestone to fabric, or other specialty heat transfer materials once heat is applied.

HotFix Rhinestones are made with a glue covered disk on the back of the Rhinestone.

HotFix Rhinestones are used in conjunction with a crafting heat press. AB Rhinestones offer shimmering rainbows of color, the unique AB coating allows the stone to change appearance subtly depending on the surface it sits on and the angle from which you see it. AB Rhinestones are made of glass and are best known for having a beautiful array of blues, greens, reds, and violets that create a dazzling display much like you see in the sky. The AB next to the rhinestone color stands for Aurora Borealis, named after the Northern Lights. Types of Rhinestones and Rhinestuds AB Rhinestones Each time you purchase a new color from The Rhinestone World simply add the new color to your personal chart.

To create your own Rhinestone Color Chart simply print the TRW color chart on cardstock and glue one rhinestone to the chart for each color and size you purchase. DIY your own color matching createchart for each type and size of rhinestone or rhinestud you purchase. For the best color matching it is always reccomended that you reference real rhinestones for variations in colors and size. Print quality and digital screens will often change the way colors look online.
