Step #5: Mixing Fuse Bead Brands

Now we have learned about fuse bead brands (Perler, Artkal, Hama) and fuse bead sizes (mini, midi), we can discuss compatibility.

Beads

Artkal, Top Tier (rebranded Artkal beads), and Perler are the only brands that can be mixed together. But you must be aware that Artkal has hard/hot and soft beads.

  • Artkal S-5mm (HOT) beads can be melted with Perler midi beads.

  • Artkal C-2.6mm (HOT) beads can be melted with Perler mini beads.

  • Artkal A-2.6mm (SOFT) beads cannot be melted with Perler mini beads.

Pegboards

Perler midi and mini beads are compatible with Artkal pegboards and vice versa BUT the Perler and Artkal pegboards do not interlock with each other, as the pegs are a bit off.

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