Gold Leaf Top Coat

This video is about how to get precise lines with gold leaf with a special ending for anyone who loves the rough edging i do.

Gold leaf top coat.

Seal the gold leaf. I m guessing that you are doing oil gilding and not water gilding. The topcoat will protect the leaf from damage due to handling dust water and ultraviolet light. It will also protect the gilded surface from gentle handling but not from abuse.

Real gold leaf needs no top coat as posted above. Available in weights from 6k up to 24k our genuine gold leaf is available in many colors and can be used for multi purpose gilding. Apply an acrylic topcoat. 8 oz 1 2 pint.

We are often asked if it is possible to paint on top of gold leaf with acrylic paints and whether it is necessary to seal the gold leaf before doing so. W b gold leaf we also carry an exhaustive line of other metal leaf materials and accessories for the gilders artists or craftsmen. Gold leaf can be a wonderful addition to acrylic paintings as it provides contrast in sheen and reflectance. Remember to coat your hands with either cotton gloves or a layer of talcum powder when handling the gold leaf and this will minimise the risk of tarnishing on the new layer and then always a layer of varnish over the top.

In addition it s viscosity allows application by brush or spray over gold leaf protecting the surface from abrasion water ultra violet light and chemicals. Allow the seal to dry for five hours. The top coat isn t necessary if you re gilding perishable items like food. Amazon shop is below.

When properly applied this product will prevent tarnishing oxidation of imitation gold silver leaf and metallic finishes. Gold leaf that is 23 1 2 karat will not tarnish 22 and less will eventually over time. A coating over a lower karat will protect it from oxidizing and overzealous housekeeping which can eventually rub off.