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Silver Coated Glass Beads A bright, mirror-finish silver that reflects everything around it, Silver Coated Glass Beads are the beads to reach for when a project needs a hit of metallic sparkle. Used on a styled table, they catch the light in genuine flashes and sit beautifully against deeper colours or on a white linen. Designed for indoor displays where they can show off without weather to worry about. Where Silver Coated Beads work best Florists and event stylists are the natural audience. The silver reflects the colour of whatever sits next to it, which is why these beads usually appear as one piece of a larger arrangement rather than a stand-alone feature: Flower arrangements and centrepieces — scattered as accents in clear glass vases, where the silver reflects flower colour and lifts the whole arrangement. Table styling for events — weddings, milestone celebrations and christmas tablescapes where a metallic accent is wanted. Mixed-bead displays blended with coloured glass beads to create a striking, multi-tone backdrop. Indoor styling and seasonal décor on mantelpieces, console trays and in shallow display bowls. Photography and prop styling where reflective texture is needed for product or set work. An important note on outdoor use Silver Coated Beads are best suited to indoor use only. The silver finish is a coating on the surface of the bead rather than part of the glass body, so prolonged exposure to the weather will cause it to fade and tarnish over time. For outdoor styling that needs a metallic look, ask our team about alternatives — we’ll happily suggest something better suited. The look, the feel, the practical detail The shape is deliberately useful. Each bead has a round top and a flat-sided bottom, which means it sits where you place it rather than rolling. That makes them straightforward to arrange in a styled tablescape, fix into a craft panel, or scatter without losing them all to the floor. And the size is consistent — 17 to 19 mm — so a packed display reads as orderly rather than chaotic. The mirror finish adds depth wherever you put them: a single bowl of silver beads catches every overhead light and every candle flame in the room. Sizes, packaging and how much to order Each bead measures 17 to 19 mm with a round top and flat-sided base. Supplied by the bag for floral and event styling work. A small sample can be provided on request, which is the easiest way to confirm the metallic tone against the rest of your scheme before ordering at scale.