Transitive is a free, one-page HTML5 business template from ThemeWagon, built by Templated, that uses a full-screen video background and parallax scrolling to create an immediate visual impact for company and product websites.
What is Transitive?
Transitive is a free one-page HTML5 and CSS3 business template created by Templated and distributed by ThemeWagon. It accepts static content (text, images, a background video) and outputs a responsive single-page website that is compatible with Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, Safari, and mobile devices. Rather than relying on Bootstrap, Transitive uses the Skel framework for its responsive grid, and it ships with 3 HTML files, 2 CSS files, 6 JavaScript files, a demo video, and demo images.
What makes Transitive stand out?
- Skel-powered responsiveness — The layout is built on the Skel framework, not Bootstrap, giving it a lightweight responsive core that still works across desktop and mobile.
- Full-screen video background — The hero section plays a looped demo video, which you can swap by replacing the included demo video file; the stock video is credited to Coverr.
- Parallax effect — Sections use parallax scrolling to add depth as visitors move down the page.
- Burger drawer menu — A hamburger icon opens a responsive drawer navigation on small screens, with an optional off-the-grid styling choice.
- Ready-made UI elements — The included generic page demonstrates buttons, headlines, forms, messages, lists, image containers, preformatted text, tables, and blockquotes for reuse.
- Contact form UI — A styled contact form is included, though it comes without a server-side backend, so you must connect your own form processor or service.
- Font Awesome and social icons — Font Awesome icons and social media icon links are bundled for adding company profiles and visual accents.
- One-page structure — Business content lives on a single scrolling page, supported by extra HTML files for the generic component showcase.
Who should use Transitive?
- Small business owners: Put together a one-page company website with video background, contact form, and social links in minutes, with no coding required.
- Startup founders: Launch a product landing page that uses the parallax sections and call-to-action buttons to highlight key benefits.
- Freelance web designers: Use Transitive as a base for client projects, since the clean HTML structure and predefined elements make it quick to restyle and rebuild.
- Photographers and creatives: Showcase visual work using the image containers and hover effects; the video background can be swapped for showreel footage.
Use cases
- Company homepage: Present services, team, and contact details in one scrolling page with a looping brand video in the hero.
- Product launch page: Announce a new product with parallax-backed feature sections and prominent call-to-action buttons.
- Portfolio site: Display photography or design work using the supplied image containers and on-hover effects, while retaining the video header.
Alternatives
- Arsha, a free Bootstrap 5 business website template that uses the standard Bootstrap grid instead of Skel.
FAQ
Is Transitive free to use?
Yes. Transitive is free to download and use in commercial projects, and it comes with lifetime free updates from ThemeWagon. No payment or signup beyond an email address is required to receive the download link.
How do I change the video background?
Replace the demo video file that ships in the package with your own video file, then update the video source reference in the HTML. The template's description explicitly notes that changing the background means swapping the demo video.
Does Transitive use Bootstrap?
No. Transitive deliberately avoids Bootstrap and instead uses the Skel framework for its responsive core. It is built with HTML5 and CSS3 plus jQuery v1.11.3.
What files come in the download?
The box includes 3 HTML files, 2 CSS files, 6 JavaScript files, 1 demo video, and demo images. The assets also credit Skel, FontAwesome, jQuery v1.11.3, Coverr for the video, and Unsplash for images.
