Polyester vs. Metal, Shell, Wood and Other Button Materials: Which Is Right for Your Garment?
Choosing a button material looks simple until you start comparing options. Shell looks beautiful but chips. Metal feels premium but can rust or stain. Wood is stylish but absorbs moisture. Nylon, acrylic and urea all claim to do the same job as polyester. For garment makers, boutique owners and sourcing teams, knowing the real differences saves money and prevents quality problems. This guide compares the most common button materials side by side, explains where polyester wins and where another material is the better call, and shows how to source wisely in Delhi. The Main Button Materials at a Glance Polyester (resin). Cast from polyester resin, cured, cut, drilled and polished. Colour is mixed into the material, and finishes range from solid to pearl, marble and horn-effect. Metal (zinc alloy, brass). Cast or stamped, then plated or coated. Common on jeans, jackets, blazers and military-style garments. Shell. Cut from natural mother-of-pearl or other shells. Prized for its...