A Guide to Using Metallic Gold Paint on Any Surface
Metallic gold paint transforms walls with a touch of luxury and inviting warmth. Its shimmering surface catches the light, instantly turning an ordinary room into a vibrant, elegant retreat. Why choose DecorGold metallic
How to remove shellac at home DIY
Shellac, a remarkable natural resin produced by the tiny lac bug, shows up in everything from fine woodworking and gourmet foods to luxurious cosmetics and essential pharmaceuticals. Once blended with alcohol, its golden
24K Cosmetic Gold Flakes For Skincare Like Facial Oils and Serums
Are you curious about how to incorporate cosmetic gold leaf into your skincare routine? You’re not alone! Many are discovering the remarkable advantages this unique ingredient offers. With its powerful anti-ageing properties now
How To Gild With Kölner Instacoll Gilding Size
Kölner Instacoll Gilding System has different variations and allows excellent gilding with genuine gold leaf. Range of application: exterior and interior gilding. Usable golden kinds: all genuine kinds of gold leaf, silver leaf,
How to Apply Gold Wax Paste on Wood
Metallic gold gilders wax or paste enhances carved details, adds an antique appearance, or creates a metallic edge on wood. Because gilding wax is highly concentrated, you only need a small amount. Follow
Hot Stamping & Holographic Foil For Printing
Hot stamping foil is widely used to add premium, metallic, or decorative finishes to products and packaging. Using heat and pressure, it transfers a thin, durable layer that adheres effectively to paper, plastic,
Headstone Gilding and Monumental Masons Lettering Restoration With Kölner Rapid Stone Size
In New Zealand, gold lettering on headstones usually uses 23-carat or 24-carat gold leaf pressed into sandblasted engravings. This finish lasts about 10 to 15 years, depending on the stone type and the
Oil-based Size vs Kölner Instacoll Size
Oil-based gold size is a classic linseed oil varnish adhesive gilders use to apply real or imitation gold leaf to non-porous surfaces. Unlike water-based sizes that stay tacky, oil-based size cure completely over
Artists’ Varnish vs Shellac Protective Finishes
Artists’ varnish and shellac are both protective topcoats, but each suits different materials. Artists’ varnish is intended for fine art, such as oil and acrylic paintings. Shellac, a traditional natural resin, is mainly
The Three Gilder’s Tools Must have
Gilding tools are essential because pure gold leaf is extremely thin, delicate, and lightweight. Handling gold or metal leaf with your fingers will cause it to crumble or stick, unlike other craft materials.
Gold Leaf Flakes for Resin Jewelry And Nail Art
You can use three main techniques to add gold leaf to epoxy resin projects, depending on the effect you want. Use tweezers or a soft brush to handle the gold flakes, since they
Top 10 Kölner Gilding Products
Kölner gilding products have consistently performed well in various climates and have been used on many renowned projects. Professionals across the industry recognise the superior quality of our gilding systems. Prestigious and famous
Where Can I buy Iron Oxide in NZ?
Oxide pigment is an iron oxide powder used as a dye or colourant in ceramics, paint, concrete, coatings, inks, leather, plastics, and rubber. You can add it to glazes, use it as pigment
