Guild-Gold Imitation Silver Leaf Book of 50 (Loose)

Add Dazzling Magical Accents With Guild-Gold Imitation Leaf!

Guild-Gold Leaf Books are known by suppliers worldwide for consistent quality and reliable purity. The thin sheets of imitation leaf are created by hammering and stretching metal to its limit. Guild-Gold Metal Leaf is used for accenting artwork or objects with an ultra-thin layer of metal foil leaf. Traditionally used to decorate frames and paintings, gold leaf is now widely used for a wide range of decorative projects. You can apply Guild-Gold Metal Leaf to ceramic, metal, stone, glass, wood, plastic, and leather surfaces through the gilding process. The leaves are arranged in paper booklets, loosely inset in compartments, one for each leaf. You can use a gilder's tip brush to pick up and place the loose leaf on the prepared surface.

• Silver Imitation: Available in books of 50 sheets
• Leaves measure 140 mm × 140 mm (5.51" × 5.51")
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How to Apply Guild-Gold Metal Leaf:

1. Make sure that the surface you plan to leaf is clean and free of dust. Cotton gloves are recommended when working directly with metal leaves (gold leaf will stick to the oils in your fingers).
2. Apply a thin layer of metal leaf adhesive size to the area you want to cover. Let the adhesive set until tacky (be sure to follow instructions on your adhesive).
3. Pick up the leaf with statically charged wax paper or a gilding brush. You can achieve a static charge by gently rubbing on fabric, like your shirt, for example.
4. Carefully lay each leaf onto the tacky adhesive areas. A soft brush will help guide each leaf into crevices or textured surfaces.
5. Overlap leaves as you go until you have covered the entire tacky area.
6. Gently dust away loose flakes. Larger pieces can be saved for future use.
7. Ensure good adhesion by patting all over with a soft cloth. Use gentle pressure and avoid rubbing.
8. Varnish your finished work to prevent tarnishing.