Swarovski Flat Back Hotfix Crystal Summary

Swarovski Flat Back No Hotfix Crystal Summary

Swarovski Flat Back No Hotfix Crystal Summary

Application Information

Swarovski is the leading manufacturer of precision-cut crystals that are used in the fashion and jewelry industries as well as in the world of lighting design, architecture and interior. Swarovski crystals have become an indispensable material for the creations of international designers. Swarovski is selling its loose crystal elements and forward-integrated solutions to the worlds of fashion and design under the product brand SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS.

A dedication to perfection and innovation has been a cornerstone policy of the company since its foundation in 1895. This pursuit of excellence includes Swarovski’s commitment to trend research, which results in the creation of trend-relevant crystal elements as well as new colors and effects that are added to the assortment every Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter fashion season. Those innovations and seasonal line extensions are featured in a comprehensive launch communication package each February and September. 

Colors

Classic Colors

The classic assortment offers a wide range of crystal colors, including all the classical jewelry colors. Creative grouping of the available colors can achieve combinations that are not only original but also rich in nuances.

Exclusive Colors

The exclusive assortment includes crystal colors that guarantee up-to-date trend relevance and are exclusively launched by Swarovski. Each color, developed in cooperation with international trend agencies, bears the unmistakable hallmark of Swarovski quality and creativity. 

Hotfix Technology

Hotfix (HF)

Hotfix technology involves applying specially developed glue onto the reverse side of Flat Backs. The glue, which is extremely flexible, is activated at a temperature of 120°C, with the flexibility to be applied up to 170°C, and bonds with the carrier material. The crystal element is permanently fixed onto the carrier material during the cooling off process.

Hotfix Transparent (HFT)

This variant of the Hotfix technology is a patented bonding agent that is applied to the reverse side of non-mirror finished Flat Backs resulting in an interesting “raindrop” effect in which the crystal takes on the color of the carrier materials.

No Hotfix (No HF)

Hotfix articles are also available as No Hotfix articles that do not have glue applied onto the reverse side. For more information please contact your relevant Customer Service. 

Swarovski Flat Backs Hotfix / Flat Back No Hotfix Colors & Effects