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Miyuki Duracoat beads feature a reinforced coating that provides long-lasting protection for the galvanized and dyed colors of your beads. Available in seed beads or Delica beads, they are the ideal choice for DIY jewelry that retains its luster, day after day.
Duracoat is a term coined by Miyuki. It involves applying a varnish to certain beads to enhance the durability of electroplated and dyed colors. Without this treatment, these finishes tend to fade over time, due to friction or contact with the skin. With the Duracoat treatment, the color remains vivid and bright for much longer, making it a reliable choice for pieces worn regularly.
Why choose a Duracoat color?
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced weaver, these beads fit easily into your usual weaving patterns. To choose the right colors and understand Miyuki’s other finishes (opaque, silver-lined, AB, etc.), check out our guide on Miyuki color fastness.
Even with a Duracoat finish, a few precautions can further extend the life of your colors: avoid prolonged exposure to saltwater or chlorinated water, and store your jewelry away from direct light between uses.
This is a term coined by Miyuki to describe her beads with a durable finish. On Duracoat beads, she applies a protective varnish that helps the color retain its vibrancy better against wear, friction, and moisture compared to a traditional finish.
Solid-colored beads have color integrated directly into the glass: it never fades. Duracoat, on the other hand, protects a color applied to the surface, which would fade more quickly without this coating.
They are available in most Miyuki sizes: seed beads, Delica 8/0, 11/0, 15/0, and Tila Beads, with a wide selection of colors, including galvanized, gold-plated, and metallic finishes.
