Yellow AB diamond painting drills showing their iridescent, color-shifting finish in a sorting tray - FEELOOK Art

What Are AB Drills?

Named after the Aurora Borealis, AB drills feature an iridescent coating that reflects shifting colors as the light changes. Their luminous, dimensional finish makes them ideal for details designed to catch the eye.

How the Finishes Compare

AB Drills, Fairy Dust Diamonds, and standard resin drills each interact with light differently. The right choice depends on the color, detail, and visual effect the artwork calls for.

  • White AB diamond painting drills showing their iridescent, color-shifting finish in a sorting tray - FEELOOK Art

    AB Drills

    An iridescent coating reflects shifting colors, creating brighter highlights and focal details.

  • White fairy dust diamond painting drills showing their iridescent, color-shifting finish in a sorting tray - FEELOOK Art

    Fairy Dust Diamonds

    A fine pearlescent finish scatters light softly, adding a delicate shimmer to selected areas.

  • White resin diamond painting drills in a sorting tray - FEELOOK Art

    Resin Drills

    Clear facets create an even, consistent shine that preserves the drill’s original color.

Designed with Purpose

AB drills are placed only where their light supports the composition.

01

Guide the Eye

Bring attention to faces, jewelry, and defining details.

02

Follow the Light

Echo highlights, reflections, and illuminated edges.

03

Create Dimension

Lift selected details without overpowering the artwork.

AB Drills in the Artwork

See how AB drills are placed to support the light, color, and focal points within each design.

  • Sleeping Beauty

    White AB drills highlight the high heels with a crisp, iridescent shine.

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  • Selene

    White AB drills trace the petal edges, giving each flower a crisp, iridescent outline.

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  • Christmas Kitten Wreath

    White AB drills define the cat’s whiskers and brighten its white fur with a clean, luminous finish.

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Dark Fairy Tale Sleeping Beauty close-up showing AB drill sparkle and precise round-drill placement on the canvas - FEELOOK Art

Diamond Paintings with AB Drills

Explore designs enhanced with carefully placed AB highlights.

Explore More Diamond Painting Drills

Compare the specialty drill types used across FEELOOK Art designs and see how each one shapes light, texture, and detail.