Gilding Adhesive, Gold Leaf Adhesive Kit, 50ml Gilding Epoxy Glue and 50ml Varnish, Water-Based Top Coat for Professional Craft Use

Gilding adhesive, also known as gold size, is a type of glue used in the process of gilding, which involves applying thin sheets of gold or other precious metals to a surface. Here are some common applications of gilding adhesive:

• Picture frames: Gold Leaf Gilding glue can be used to adhere gold leaf or other metal leaf to picture frames, giving them an elegant and luxurious look.giving them a luxurious and ornate appearance. Gold leaf glue is applied to the frame, and the gold leaf is carefully applied to the tacky surface.
• Furniture restoration: gold leaf gilding glue can be used to decorate furniture, such as the legs of chairs and tables,chairs, and cabinets, to create a rich and elegant appearance. with gold leaf or other metal leaf.Gold leaf glue is applied to the furniture, and the gold leaf is applied in the desired pattern.
• Signage: Gilding glue can be used to create signs with gold or silver letters, adding a touch of sophistication to businesses and storefronts.
• Artwork: Gilding glue can be used to add gold or other metal leaf accents to paintings, sculptures, and other works of art. gold leaf is applied to create highlights or add texture.
• Architecture: Gilding glue can be used to add decorative touches to architectural features, such as moldings and cornices.
• Jewelry: Gilding glue can be used to create jewelry pieces with gold leaf or other metal leaf, adding a unique and eye-catching element to the design. Bookbinding: Gold leaf can be used to decorate the covers of books, adding a touch of elegance to the design.
• Bookbinding: Gold leaf can be used to decorate the covers of books, adding a touch of elegance to the design. Gold leaf glue is applied to the cover, and the gold leaf is carefully applied to create the desired design.
• Gold leaf glue is applied to the cover, and the gold leaf is carefully applied to create the desired design.
• Decorative finishes: Gilding adhesive can be used to create decorative finishes on walls, ceilings, and other surfaces by applying gold leaf or other metallic finishes.

How to gilding with gold leaf sheets

How to apply gold leaf?

The steps for applying gold leaf are as follows:

1. Prepare materials: gold leaf, fine brush, gold leaf adhesive, and a bag.
2. Clean the surface: Wipe the surface to be gilded with a soft cloth to ensure that there is no dust or impurities.
3. Apply adhesive: Use a fine brush to evenly apply the gold leaf adhesive to the surface. Make sure the coating is even and not too thick, to avoid bubbles or dripping.
4. Wait for the adhesive to dry: Allow the adhesive to dry on the surface, which usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
5. Apply the gold leaf: Gently take the gold leaf out of the bag and carefully cover it on the dried surface. Use your fingers or a soft brush to gently press the gold leaf, ensuring that it adheres tightly to the surface.
6. Remove excess gold leaf: Use a dry fine brush to gently brush off any excess gold leaf. Be careful not to touch the already applied gold leaf.

Applying gold leaf requires patience and attention to detail, and practice will help you master the technique better.

1. Mixed this Glue with water, we suggest the ratio is Glue: Water=5:1 -- 10:1

It means that you have to add 5-10 ml water to a whole bottle that is 50ml.(this set contains 2 bottles)

Surely you can also determine the ratio accroding to your experience.

2. You can apply this adhersive nearly on all the surfaces, but for some lacquered surfaces, we suggest to brush severl layers

3. We add a pair of disposable gloves to this set, which can protect your hand from dirty.But you will be able to easily clean the adhesive off your hands, brush and workspace with soap and water

4.Water-based Glue - This jar of gold leaf paint is a water-based adhesive specifically formulated for metal leaf,Non-toxic, harmless and non-corrosive

5.Coverage(1 layer): usually 50ml(one bottle) can cover 8sq ft