Glitters
- Did you know there are many types of glitters?
- POLY VS CRAFT GLITTER
- Where do you get your glitter?
Did you know there are many types of glitters?
When I first came into the glitter game I was not aware that there where so many different types, styles and brands of glitters. Honestly I would go to Micheals or Walmart and pick one up off the self. I only new the difference between ‘fine’, ‘extra fine’ and ‘chunky’. It wasn’t until I joined a tumbler group on Facebook, that I started learning about all the differences between glitters.
All the different types can be over whelming: Metallic glitter, Holographic glitter, Iridescent glitter, Gem powder, Particle sizes and so many more. I have been doing a lot of research and have come to find out I knew nothing about glitters really.
Today over 20,000 varieties of glitter are manufactured in a vast number of different colors, sizes, and materials.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glitter
When it comes to glitters there are so many different sizes ranging from .004″ to .25″
POLY VS CRAFT GLITTER
If I was asked the question: “What is the difference between poly and craft glitters?” I honestly would not have known. I was trying to find the best glitters to use for tumblers and wine glasses.
Poly-plastic (PET) glitter is more durable and lasts longer. Made from polyester fabric film (which has a plastic base within the fiber), Poly-plastic glitter can be used on all kinds of things, both indoors and outdoors. Poly-plastic glitter can be subjected to continuous UV light and very high temperatures (350°), without losing its shine, melting or degrading over time. Poly-plastic glitter is generally speaking, more expensive due to its long lasting viability.
Craft glitter is primarily used for indoor crafting or providing short lasting sparkle (i.e. birthday party, wedding, etc). Craft glitter is made of cellophane film with a thin PVC base. Craft glitter cannot be exposed to UV and high temps and after about a year, craft glitter will lose it’s shine and become a “matted” version of the original creation. Craft glitter is typically less expensive but you are getting what you pay for. If you are looking for long-lasting, durable glitter, craft glitter would not be recommended.
https://glitterdesignsby2.com/poly-plastic-vs-craft-glitter/