Turn almost any object into a gold-plated work of art. Colorful and simple
instructions make it easy. Start with the surfaces that are easiest for
gilding--wood, then plastic, then stainless steel, glass, and ceramic. Along
with projects come practical tips and imaginative suggestions for both small-
and large-scale techniques, so you can either add light detailing or go for a
total transformation.
Includes all the tools and
materials to apply imitation gold leaf. Set contains one 4 oz.
bottle of Gilding Size, natural hair brush, cotton and mixing
sticks, wet/dry paper and book of leaf. Water-based. Each
book
contains 25 leaves.
Each leaf is
5.5" x 5.5"
square.
Approx coverage is 5.25 sq. ft.
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with
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Video tutorial series
An on-line step-by-step
educational series offering
precise gilding
tutorials and gilding
information for the
beginner, intermediate and
advanced gilder.
3 hour oil size gilding
This detailed demonstration shows you how to apply genuine gold, silver, imitation gold, aluminum and copper leaf to objects and furniture using the classic 3 hour oil size method. Brought to you by the folks at gildedplanet.com, you'll learn about types of adhesive, tacking and drying rates, easy leaf application tips and cleaning and burnishing the leaf.
Applying Genuine Gold leaf or Imitation Gold leaf to metal surfaces.
Apply genuine god, silver, imitation gold, aluminum and copper leaf metal surfaces. Interior and exterior surfaces, you'll learn about types of adhesive, tacking and drying rates, easy leaf application tips and cleaning and burnishing the leaf.
Different leaf types
Learn the difference between loose leaf, patent leaf, transfer leaf and ribbon leaf. It's all in the packaging. Quick tutorial from www.gildedplanet.com. Applies to Genuine gold leaf, silver leaf, imitation gold, imitation silver, aluminum and copper leaf.
Antique glazing
Turn ordinary objects into heirlooms! Creating the 'Classic Antique' glaze finish for objects, furniture, walls and more. This detailed step-by-step tutorial shows how to mix the right colors to create the perfect antiquing solution for any object, furniture, picture frame and more. Brought to you by www.artSparx.com.
Transform everyday objects into
heirlooms.
The process known as Gilding simply
means the application of
gold or silver leaf to a surface that has been
properly prepared with
an adhesive known as 'gold size'.
Bole - Traditionally, bole is a term that
identifies a pigmented clay. This clay acts as
the base, or cushion, for the subsequent layer
of gold leaf. Classically terre-cotta in color,
the clay can be built up quickly, then polished
to a very smooth surface.
Contemporary gilding does not use clay, but
simulates the effect by adding a colored paint
that replicates the clay effect.
Size- General term used to identify the
adhesive that attaches the leaf to a
surface.
There are different types of size, depending
on the form of gilding.
Holiday - A
gilders term that refers to an area were the
leaf did not initially adhere.
Tack - Refers
to the state of the adhesive size. Proper tack
for gilding is the point when the size is not
longer wet, but not fully dry, hence it is
'tacky' or just slightly sticky.
Skewings
- The bits of leaf that are left over after a
surface has been completely gilded. Skewings can
be saved for other projects, making excellent
fillers for patching holidays.
Gold Leafing might be just the right
accent you're looking
for! These straight forward step-by-step methods helps
get
the job done right.
Know your
materials - understand your
methods....
Applying the right base color is
an essential step for creating
proper tone and luster for any
gilding project. Should it be
black, yellow, blue, red or even
green? All these colors might work, but
which one is right for you?
Appling gold, silver or copper leaf can
be fun, just keep that
fan off and the
windows closed...
Gently
applying
Silver
leaf.
Hold
firmly and carefully attach leaf to
surface.
Complete the process with the
perfect
antique glaze.
Create the soft glow
of slightly tarnished silver, or a
rustic antique appearance straight from
the hills of Tuscany.
Aluminum Leaf
Dutch
Gold or
composition leaf
Aluminum
Leaf imitates the illusion of
genuine
Silver, at a fraction of
the cost. Each
individual sheet is
bigger and easier to
handle then its genuine
counter part.
The same
applies for 'Dutch Gold',
or 'Composition Leaf'.
But due to the large
brass content, this
imitation gold must have
a sealer applied to
prevent tarnishing,
unlike genuine gold
leaf.
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