Frequently Asked Questions

Customer Accounts & General Information

How do I change my password?

If you forget your password or need to reset it, you can do so here. An email will be sent to the address below containing a link to verify your email address.

How do I change my email address?

If you need to update the email address on your account, log in and click on the Account Settings tab – here, you may update your name, email address, or change your password.
 
If you completed your order as a guest, you will not be able to edit your email address on your own. Please contact customer service here.

Do you issue price adjustments?

We are unable to offer price adjustments on products that go on sale after a purchase is made.

Will the website show my local currency?

All prices and totals are shown in USD.

How do I know when there are promotions?

Current promotions can be found here.
 
To find out about the latest promotion, sign up for our emails at the bottom of this webpage. Once you register your email, you will begin to receive our promotion specials in your email.

How do I contact customer service?

Please use the Contact Us form that can be found here.
 
Our Customer Support team is available Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm ET (except U.S. national holidays.)

What is the Return Policy?

Not completely satisfied with it? Don't worry, returns are easy. Returns must be received within 30 days of the purchase date. To get started, complete the form here.

*Please note, all clearance sales are final and cannot be returned or exchanged.

Order Information

How do I place an order?

You can place an order on our website by checking out as a guest or creating an online account with us.

What payment methods are accepted?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, and PayPal.

Can I change or cancel my order?

The order process begins when you click on the submit order button in the checkout. Our orders go directly to our shipping department for processing so we are unable to make any changes to your order. If your order has not been processed, we can cancel your order. Please contact us here.

Where is my order?

To view your order status, you must be logged in. If you are not already logged in, click on the "Account" button at the top right of the page and enter your email address and password in the appropriate fields.
 
Once you've logged in, click on the Orders tab. The status of your order will be noted on the right side of the screen. For more details or to print your receipt, click on the order number.

Shipment Information

If I place my order today, when will it ship?

We generally ship ground orders within 48 hours of placement of the order, Monday - Friday. Standard shipping time is 5-10 business days, depending on your location and barring complications such as adverse weather conditions or shipping delays as noted.

Do you ship orders to international addresses?

Regrettably, we are unable to offer our products to customers residing in countries outside the US and Canada. If you are a previous customer residing outside the US and Canada your Perler.com account will remain accessible for reviewing previous orders.

Do you offer shipping to P.O. boxes?

Yes, we do! We use FedEx Smartpost to ship to P.O. Boxes. If you have entered a P.O. Box, please make sure an additional street address line has NOT been entered.
 
Please Note: If both a P.O. Box and street address line have been entered, this will delay order delivery.

For more on shipping, please see our Shipping Policy & Rates.

Product Information

What temperature setting should I use on my iron to fuse Perler beads?

Every household iron is different, but we recommend starting with a medium temperature setting using a dry iron; do not use steam! You may have to adjust the temperature setting up or down depending on how the beads are fusing.

We iron our projects so that the outer edges of the beads fuse together, but the beads still have an open center. If you want to achieve the same look and you see that the center holes are closing up as you iron, turn the temperature down a bit. Using too high a temperature may also cause the pegboard to warp. On the other hand, if the edges of the beads aren’t fusing together, turn the temperature up a bit.

How do I fuse Perler beads with an iron?

You may already be familiar with our standard fusing instructions but if not, this page explains the basics.
 
But hey, we get it—you want more tips and tricks for successful fusing, so here goes:
 
  • Before ironing your actual project, make a small “test patch” with a few extra beads so you can practice the timing, motion, and pressure needed for proper fusing. This also allows you to test the temperature of your iron before working on your project.
  • Always, always, always make sure you use ironing paper! Do not place your iron directly against the beads or pegboard.
  • Unfold the ironing paper and iron it to flatten/remove creases as much as possible. That way the entire surface of the ironing paper will lay flat against the beads when you iron your project.
  • Make sure to iron over all areas of the design evenly, including the edges, using a slow circular motion or back-and-forth motion. The heat from the iron will make the ironing paper become more transparent, so you should be able to see if the beads are fusing together. Adjust the temperature of your iron if necessary.
  • Use firm, even pressure but avoid pressing down too hard on the iron. Pressing too hard will flatten the beads or possibly knock off beads that are near the edges of the pegboard.
  • Don’t lift the ironing paper too quickly after ironing! If you don’t let it cool a bit, the beads may stick to the ironing paper as you lift it up. And when you do lift the paper, do it slowly. If a few beads stick to the paper, peel them off and put them back on the pegboard and iron those sections a bit more. The design will be flexible while it is warm but will stiffen and retain its shape as it cools.
  • We always recommend ironing both sides of the design to ensure proper fusion of the beads. If you are making a project for display, you may want to iron the “wrong” side of the project a little longer than the “right” side. That way the wrong side of the project will be well fused, but the right side will have a nice, clean finished appearance.

What are Perler beads made of?

Perler beads are made from low density polyethylene (LDPE), a food-grade plastic that’s free of harmful chemicals.
 
Did you know, Perler Beads are recyclable? Please check with your local recycling program to determine if they will accept Perler beads for recycling. If planning to dispose of individual beads (as opposed to finished projects), be sure to ask if there are any specific requirements on how to submit them for recycling due to their small size. Go green and recycle today for a better tomorrow!
 

Can I melt Perler beads without an iron?

Yes, you can! But maybe not in a way you imagined, which is another reason why Perler beads are so awesome—they are versatile!
 
You can flatten Perler beads in an oven and use them to create jewelry, garlands, or other DIY projects. Adult supervision is required! Oven temperatures and times may vary. Some beads may melt faster than others, so make sure to supervise to avoid over-melting your beads
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  • Preheat oven to 400° F/ ~ 200° C.
  • Place beads upright on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Melt beads for about 2-3 minutes. Allow beads to cool completely before handling.