Genuine Silver Leaf

Genuine Silver Leaf available in books, rolls, powders, shell silver, silver foil, and complete gilding kits.

Premium-quality silver leaf trusted by professional gilders, artists, framers, and conservation specialists.

Made from pure silver, the metal is traditionally beaten into ultra-thin sheets—approximately 0.5 microns thick—producing a brilliant, flexible leaf suitable for fine art, decorative, and restoration applications. Our range includes loose and patent leaf, rolls for large surfaces, shell silver, silver powder, and decorative silver foil.

Each pack of silver leaf contains 20 books, with 25 leaves per book, for a total of 500 leaves per pack. Individual leaves measure 3 3/8" × 3 3/8", providing approximately 39 square feet of coverage per pack and 1.7 square feet per book.

Silver leaf is offered in a variety of gram weights to suit different handling preferences and project requirements. Gram weight is determined by the weight of 1,000 leaves measuring 3 3/8" square, allowing you to select the ideal balance of durability and finesse.

Digital images of silver leaf are representational only.

How to Silver Leaf

These step-by-step gilding tutorials guide you through the process of applying genuine silver leaf to furniture, frames, objects, and decorative surfaces using both traditional and modern sizing methods.

Learn how to gild with Quick Dry oil size for controlled, time-sensitive applications, as well as water-based sizes such as Aquasize or Wunda Size for faster, more accessible gilding projects. Each method is explained clearly, helping you choose the right adhesive based on surface type, working time, and desired finish.

The tutorials cover essential topics including the different types of gilding adhesives, how to properly test for correct “tack,” understanding drying and open times, and practical techniques for laying and handling silver leaf with confidence.

You’ll also learn best practices for cleaning away excess leaf, repairing holidays, and burnishing silver leaf to achieve a smooth, refined finish—making these guides suitable for beginners while still offering valuable insights for experienced gilders.