Natural Beaded Row Extensions (NBR) vs Hand Tied Weft Extensions at Monaco Salon Tampa
Two different brands, two different techniques...so what's the difference?
If you're doing your homework on where to find the best hand tied extensions in Tampa, you'll most likely come across terms like hand tied weft extensions, hidden beaded rows, and natural beaded rows. Natural Beaded Rows, or NBR, is a brand of weft extensions that uses a beaded row application. The brand and method are both commonly referred to as NBR.
How are Monaco's Weft Extensions similar to NBR?
Both Monaco Extensions and NBR Extensions offer a hair extension application that requires no adhesive or heat. Both the quality of hair and the method for attaching the wefts to the natural hair are similar. Small sections of hair, called wefts, are gathered and fastened by hand, which produces a smaller, more discreet weft than machine finishing. These hand tied wefts of hair are sewn into beads that have been threaded into the natural hair around the head.
- Both methods use hand tied wefts in the application without heat or adhesive
- Both methods lasts the same duration of time
- Both applications will conceal the beaded attachments when hair is pulled up
- Both methods allow the hand tied weft hair to be removed and reinstalled, and can be used 3-4 times
How Much Do Weft Extensions Cost at Monaco Salon?
Prices vary greatly depending on how many rows of hair we need to install and the length of the hair itself.
Schedule Your Free Hair Extensions Consultation
Come in for complimentary session and talk to one of our hair extensions experts. You can book an in-person consultation or join us for a virtual session by Facetime. All of our hair extensions consultations take place at our Bay to Bay salon, but you're free to book your hair extensions installation at either of our locations.
- Show us your hair
- Tell us about the look you want
- Hear about your different options
- Get an estimate for the service
- See and feel samples of the hair
Hair Extensions Reviews for Monaco Salon in Tampa
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Priscilla did a beautiful job on my extensions. She made sure i was comfortable the entire time. 10/10 recommend ❤️
After being on the fence for years about extensions for my fine thin hair; I came across this salon on IG. I decided a consult wouldn’t hurt and the whole process was seamless. I LOVED that my stylist, Krista, was more focused on making sure it matched my lifestyle and hair health and talked me thro...ugh options better suited than what I originally wanted. The day of the appt cost even less than the quote because once I was in the chair she altered the plan even more to better fit my wants and needs. I’m so happy with my decision. And was so confident in this salons expertise that I flew to them from Houston! 10/10 recommend! read more
I’ve been coming to Krista at Monaco for about a year now, and the work she and her team have done for me has given me so much confidence! I absolutely love my extensions and genuinely can’t imagine ever going back. Krista and her team are amazing- talented, professional, and always make me feel tak...en of. Before and after of my ktips read more
Love Krista and the girls! I always feel like a million bucks when I leave the salon. Great color, length and a natural lived in look.
Pricilla ate DOWN on my 22in weft extensions, to top it off my hair color has never looked better. If you’re looking for a talented extension specialist/hair dresser you NEED to go see her
I love getting my extensions done at Monaco!
I love Monaco Salon! Krista is absolutely the best at extensions! I wear wefts and a topper. I’m constantly getting compliments on my hair and I’m practically bald without them! It’s insane what they do at this salon. The entire team is excellent. Laura colors my hair. Emma and Christine are always...so helpful. Emma just toned and colored my extensions and the colors are fabulous. I can’t say enough good things about this place and team— treat yourself and get your hair done here! read more
Mabell is amazing!! Love love the blonde highlights and extensions she does for me!
I’m honestly pretty particular about my hair, so finding someone I trust has not been easy. I have long (24”) extensions and a very specific blonde that takes real skill to maintain, so I needed someone who could handle weekly blowouts without compromising the quality or color. Wally exceeded every...expectation. Not only are my blowouts consistently flawless, but she also created a custom treatment that keeps my hair feeling incredibly soft, silky, and healthy. She’s extremely gentle with my extensions (which is huge for me), and you can tell she genuinely understands how to work with high-maintenance hair. I was specifically looking for the best of the best, and I found her! I wouldn’t trust anyone else at this point. read more
Wally really took her time and repaired a two tow install and now I feel no more pain!!! I am so thrilled that I can now wear extensions with no pain or drive back to fix!!! They look flawless !
Dillon K is hands down the best of the best in Tampa Bay for extensions and copper color! Be an original and go see Dillon for a new look!!!
My experience with Wally was the absolute best, All the way from the moment I walked into the salon, I was treated so hospitable and well taken care of my hand tied weft extension experience couldn’t have been better truly. I went from using tape in extensions and many other forms of extensions on m...y fine hair and had all kinds of damage. Wally was the first person I’ve ever let install and trust with my hair to use the hand tied wefts, already I can tell you she’s super gentle and I don’t feel any tension on my scalp I can barely tell they are even in my hair. She did an amazing job I look forward to my healthy hair journey as prior I’ve always killed my curls using heat and I can now wear my hair more natural curly since she’s installed textured hair. thank Wally for such an amazing experience! Highly recommend Wally! read more
A local friend recommended Jordan at Monaco so I scheduled a consult. We talked about my current situation of fried, bleached, chemical cut chaos I had going on and what I needed to do to get it back to healthy luxurious lusted after locks. We discussed color and extensions. Monaco has their own lin...e of extensions and I had used Bellami for long as I can remember. I’ll admit, I was extremely apprehensive about switching hair but I decided to go for it. I mean, what’s the worst that can happen?! We came up with a game plan and scheduled the appointment. I couldn’t be happier! Color? On point! Extensions? So much more comfortable while still being full! My hair is getting healthier and growing out. It no longer looks like a mullet when we take the extensions out for maintenance. read more
I had lost a lot of my hair due to an autoimmune condition and Krista worked her magic to make me feel like my normal self. Due to the thinness of my hair we had to do a mixture of bonds and wefts, but she spent so much time on making sure my extensions looked seamless and natural. I highly recommen...d, especially to those with more challenging cases like mine! read more
After losing a lot of my hair due to stress I felt extremely ashamed and ugly. The staff was incredibly supportive and made me feel more comfortable than any salon I've ever been to before. Krista does my hand tied extensions and let me just tell you, she killed it. With the help of her amazing staf...f, they matched my hair color perfectly read more
Anel at the Bay to Bay location did an amazing job helping me achieve my goals. I have 18 inch blonde extensions and I let my hair go uncolored for months. I wanted to be brightened up but remain “lived in” and “natural” and he did just that. He did the perfect amount pop with extra lightening frami...ng my face, while seamlessly blending the colors to allow for an easy, natural grow out. I will definitely go back to Anel in the future. read more
Kaysie has been doing my extensions for about 4 years. Originally I was only having them done for my wedding but I loved them so much, I kept them. Monaco Salon is the best!!!!
A year ago I came for help as I was loosing my hair after a surgery. Krista helped me with my extensions and after a year I can’t be happier of how my hair looks and feels. Seth do such a great job with my color and my hair looks amazing !
I’ve been a client of Dillon’s for over 12 years. He is by far the best colorist I’ve ever had always taking care of me. I leave feeling beautiful. Additionally he has put my extensions in after Covid hair loss. I’d recommend him to anyone. In fact my daughters are customers! Dillon has expertly cut... my sons hair and my husband! First rate, talented and honest stylist! South Tampa Dale Mabry store read more
Halee from the south Tampa salon was amazing . I had a really bad experience with tape extensions and was so scared to try again. Halee was so patient and kind . She guided me and showed me every step of the way. She also made sure I was comfortable and calm the whole experience. Halee went above an...d beyond and really is a great asset to her salon. She just rocks ! Can’t wait for my next visit ! The salon was very clean and friendly . The salon made you feel like you were entering a boutique were you are it’s number one vip client . Would recommend and I will be going back . read more
Priscilla did a beautiful job on my extensions. She made sure i was comfortable the entire time. 10/10 recommend ❤️
After being on the fence for years about extensions for my fine thin hair; I came across this salon on IG. I decided a consult wouldn’t hurt and the whole process was seamless. I LOVED that my stylist, Krista, was more focused on making sure it matched my lifestyle and hair health and talked me thro...ugh options better suited than what I originally wanted. The day of the appt cost even less than the quote because once I was in the chair she altered the plan even more to better fit my wants and needs. I’m so happy with my decision. And was so confident in this salons expertise that I flew to them from Houston! 10/10 recommend! read more
I’ve been coming to Krista at Monaco for about a year now, and the work she and her team have done for me has given me so much confidence! I absolutely love my extensions and genuinely can’t imagine ever going back. Krista and her team are amazing- talented, professional, and always make me feel tak...en of. Before and after of my ktips read more
Love Krista and the girls! I always feel like a million bucks when I leave the salon. Great color, length and a natural lived in look.
Pricilla ate DOWN on my 22in weft extensions, to top it off my hair color has never looked better. If you’re looking for a talented extension specialist/hair dresser you NEED to go see her
I love getting my extensions done at Monaco!
I love Monaco Salon! Krista is absolutely the best at extensions! I wear wefts and a topper. I’m constantly getting compliments on my hair and I’m practically bald without them! It’s insane what they do at this salon. The entire team is excellent. Laura colors my hair. Emma and Christine are always...so helpful. Emma just toned and colored my extensions and the colors are fabulous. I can’t say enough good things about this place and team— treat yourself and get your hair done here! read more
Mabell is amazing!! Love love the blonde highlights and extensions she does for me!
I’m honestly pretty particular about my hair, so finding someone I trust has not been easy. I have long (24”) extensions and a very specific blonde that takes real skill to maintain, so I needed someone who could handle weekly blowouts without compromising the quality or color. Wally exceeded every...expectation. Not only are my blowouts consistently flawless, but she also created a custom treatment that keeps my hair feeling incredibly soft, silky, and healthy. She’s extremely gentle with my extensions (which is huge for me), and you can tell she genuinely understands how to work with high-maintenance hair. I was specifically looking for the best of the best, and I found her! I wouldn’t trust anyone else at this point. read more
Wally really took her time and repaired a two tow install and now I feel no more pain!!! I am so thrilled that I can now wear extensions with no pain or drive back to fix!!! They look flawless !
Dillon K is hands down the best of the best in Tampa Bay for extensions and copper color! Be an original and go see Dillon for a new look!!!
My experience with Wally was the absolute best, All the way from the moment I walked into the salon, I was treated so hospitable and well taken care of my hand tied weft extension experience couldn’t have been better truly. I went from using tape in extensions and many other forms of extensions on m...y fine hair and had all kinds of damage. Wally was the first person I’ve ever let install and trust with my hair to use the hand tied wefts, already I can tell you she’s super gentle and I don’t feel any tension on my scalp I can barely tell they are even in my hair. She did an amazing job I look forward to my healthy hair journey as prior I’ve always killed my curls using heat and I can now wear my hair more natural curly since she’s installed textured hair. thank Wally for such an amazing experience! Highly recommend Wally! read more
A local friend recommended Jordan at Monaco so I scheduled a consult. We talked about my current situation of fried, bleached, chemical cut chaos I had going on and what I needed to do to get it back to healthy luxurious lusted after locks. We discussed color and extensions. Monaco has their own lin...e of extensions and I had used Bellami for long as I can remember. I’ll admit, I was extremely apprehensive about switching hair but I decided to go for it. I mean, what’s the worst that can happen?! We came up with a game plan and scheduled the appointment. I couldn’t be happier! Color? On point! Extensions? So much more comfortable while still being full! My hair is getting healthier and growing out. It no longer looks like a mullet when we take the extensions out for maintenance. read more
I had lost a lot of my hair due to an autoimmune condition and Krista worked her magic to make me feel like my normal self. Due to the thinness of my hair we had to do a mixture of bonds and wefts, but she spent so much time on making sure my extensions looked seamless and natural. I highly recommen...d, especially to those with more challenging cases like mine! read more
After losing a lot of my hair due to stress I felt extremely ashamed and ugly. The staff was incredibly supportive and made me feel more comfortable than any salon I've ever been to before. Krista does my hand tied extensions and let me just tell you, she killed it. With the help of her amazing staf...f, they matched my hair color perfectly read more
Anel at the Bay to Bay location did an amazing job helping me achieve my goals. I have 18 inch blonde extensions and I let my hair go uncolored for months. I wanted to be brightened up but remain “lived in” and “natural” and he did just that. He did the perfect amount pop with extra lightening frami...ng my face, while seamlessly blending the colors to allow for an easy, natural grow out. I will definitely go back to Anel in the future. read more
Kaysie has been doing my extensions for about 4 years. Originally I was only having them done for my wedding but I loved them so much, I kept them. Monaco Salon is the best!!!!
A year ago I came for help as I was loosing my hair after a surgery. Krista helped me with my extensions and after a year I can’t be happier of how my hair looks and feels. Seth do such a great job with my color and my hair looks amazing !
I’ve been a client of Dillon’s for over 12 years. He is by far the best colorist I’ve ever had always taking care of me. I leave feeling beautiful. Additionally he has put my extensions in after Covid hair loss. I’d recommend him to anyone. In fact my daughters are customers! Dillon has expertly cut... my sons hair and my husband! First rate, talented and honest stylist! South Tampa Dale Mabry store read more
Halee from the south Tampa salon was amazing . I had a really bad experience with tape extensions and was so scared to try again. Halee was so patient and kind . She guided me and showed me every step of the way. She also made sure I was comfortable and calm the whole experience. Halee went above an...d beyond and really is a great asset to her salon. She just rocks ! Can’t wait for my next visit ! The salon was very clean and friendly . The salon made you feel like you were entering a boutique were you are it’s number one vip client . Would recommend and I will be going back . read more
Kaysie has been doing my extensions for over a year now and I wouldn’t go anywhere else in the Tampa area. I even moved farther from the salon and still make the over 30 minute drive to see her! She is a perfectionist and never lets me leave feeling anything other than gorgeous! I’ve had color by bo...th Melissa and Damaris and they are exceptional at blonde color!! You do not want to miss out on this salon! read more
I had the absolute best experience with a team of experts. I just moved to Tampa and was looking for the same Los Angelas luxury hair salon that I am accustomed to. Krista, the owner assured me that I will be in great hands. She was spot on from the first minute I walked in. Marissa removed my bonde...d extensions with care and precision. Kat colored my hair with her intuitive skills. Krista finished me with beautiful extensions that I will be in love with for months. I am so happy that I found this salon and drove the hour to get there. I found my hair salon in Tampa!! read more
Klodjana is the BEST stylist in Tampa hands down! Every time I see her my hair is blessed and I get compliments everywhere I go on the color!!! She’s not only amazing at the color / extension application / style she does but she’s so fun to go to and forms a genuine bond with the client!!! I look fo...rward to seeing her every 6-8 weeks and the appointment goes by so fast because she’s so fun and genuine to be around!! Definitely recommend her if you want a life changing change in your hair!!! read more
I always have a good experience at Monaco Salon! Laura is great and has a fun personality! She has given me beautiful hair styles from balayage to hair extensions.
I've had extension before but I was so impressed by all the videos I watched about their techniques, the style, how classy and professional everything look, and OMG, everyone is so so so beautiful. From the moment I walked in the salon everyone was attentive, friendly and welcoming. I felt at ease a...nd comfortable. The day of the appointment was a very special one for me, and the royal treatment from the salon's staff was number one. Krista did my extension and wow, she is amazing. Her wise advise and attention to detail are at a very professional yet friendly. She is genuine and very sweet, and so so very beautiful inside and out. I will recommend the salon to anyone. I moved to South Florida and I still come back to Tampa to get my hair taken care of at the salon. read more
These guys are MAGIC. I have been going to Krista for a few years now and I am so happy I made the decision. As a transplant from NYC, I previously used to travel to back to have my extensions re-done. My only regret is that I didn’t find her sooner! Krista and her team does a beautiful job time aft...er time. I have extremely short (and very fine!) hair and have been doing the Great Lengths extensions for over five years. Krista has made my own hair healthier and strong enough to continue to have the extensions for my wanted volume and length. I would HIGHLY recommend Krista for anyone looking to get extensions as she is the best in class. Thanks to Team Monaco for keeping me looking and feeling beautiful! read more
Frequent Questions About our Hair Extensions
Will hair extensions work on short hair?
«Yes. As long as your natural hair is at least 3-4 inches long, we can blend extensions seamlessly. Depending on your current layers and density, we may recommend one method over another (such as K-Tips for very short styles) to ensure the attachments remain invisible. We can determine the perfect plan during your free consultation.
Do you offer NBR extensions?
«We do the method, not the NBR brand. We use the NBR-style install with our premium wefts, so it feels flat, comfy, and looks real. We use luxury hair like Great Lengths and HairDreams.
Learn about the differences between natural beaded row extensions and Monaco wefts.
Will the extensions match my exact hair color?
«Absolutely. We rarely take a single color out of a box and apply it. We order the closest premium match and then custom-blend, highlight, or root-shadow the extensions to ensure they mimic the dimension and tone of your natural hair perfectly.
How do I book a consultation?
«Hair Extensions Consult?
You can book online at https://www.monacosalon.com/booking, or call 813-259-7555. You may also use the general appointment request form. Consultations are conducted with Krista and her team at our Bay to Bay location, although you may book your service with any provider, at either location.
Hair Color Consult?
Please use the general appointment request form.
Can you re-install hair extensions that have been worn already?
«Yes, sometimes. We can re-install extensions only if the hair is 100% human hair, in good condition, and works with the methods we use.
- If the hair was installed at Monaco, yes, as long as it still looks and feels great.
- If you bought the hair from Monaco but took a break: yes, if it’s still in good shape.
- If the hair was purchased/installed elsewhere: maybe - only if it matches our methods and is a brand we work with (ex, Great Lengths, Bellami, HairDreams) and is in good condition.
Keratin bond extensions: No. Once removed, they are one-time use and cannot be reinstalled.
How do I care for my extensions at home?
«Home care is simple once you know the basics. The most important rules are to brush gently from ends to root, use sulfate-free professional products (like the ones in your Gift Set), and never sleep with wet hair. We will provide you with a full guide during your appointment.
Does Monaco Hair Extensions Salon offer financing?
«Yes. Our Bay to Bay Blvd location offers flexible payment options through Cherry, so you can move forward with your service now and pay over time.
You can check your eligibility in seconds using the links below. There is no impact on your credit score.
Apply for Cherry Payment Plans:
Cherry for Monaco Extensions Lounge
- Fast, simple application
- No hard credit check
- Use your debit or credit card at checkout
- Initial payment due at the time of service
How much do hair extensions cost at Monaco?
«Most new extension transformations start at $1,000+ and can go up based on the method, length, and amount of hair needed. Maintenance and smaller refresh appointments are priced separately. We’ll give you an exact quote at your free consultation.
Quick note: We use premium human hair and master-level installs. We are not a budget extensions salon.
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