Dual silk filament carries two colours side by side in a single strand, so a finished print shows both without a second extruder or a mid-job swap. Gold and red is the warmest pairing in the range, closer to autumn and firelight than to metal, and it looks best on curved surfaces where the two tones sweep past one another. Vases, goblets and trophy shapes show the effect most clearly, while flat plates show it least. It prints like ordinary PLA, so the only real decision is choosing models with surfaces worth watching the colour travel across.
Specifications
| Material | PLA |
|---|---|
| Colour | Golden-Red |
| Finish | Dual Silk |
| Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Spool weight | 1kg |
| Nozzle temperature | 200-230 °C |
| Bed temperature | 50-60 °C |
| Print speed | Up to 120 mm/s |
| Brand | Creality |
Temperatures and speeds are recommended starting points for this material. Fine-tune them to your printer and your part.
Before you print
Silk prints best a little slower than standard PLA — the sheen comes from a clean, even layer.
Good for
- Trophies and award pieces
- Spiral vases with curved walls
- Decorative bowls and goblets
- Festive ornaments and table pieces
