Genuine Palladium leaf is commonly used for water gilding. This rare metal has a silvery-white appearance and does not tarnish, making it a cost-effective alternative to gold and silver. Genuine loose palladium leaf is carefully stored between thin sheets of rouged paper in a booklet. It is ideal for gilding furniture and decorative objects.
Loose palladium leaf can be applied to a variety of materials, including wood, metal, goboard, stone, glass, ceramics, concrete, paper, plastic, and fabric. When gilding flat surfaces such as walls, ceilings, or for sign writing, it is advisable to use palladium transfer leaf. This type is pressed onto a backing sheet made of acid-free tissue paper for optimal results.
