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 objects have been gilded using Kölner products. Gilders, architects, artists, and restorers all agree on the superior quality of our gilding systems.

1. The Kölner Instacoll System is the most popular product line. Instacoll Base (Yellow and Clear), Instacoll Activator, and Instacoll Matt/HA are frequently selected for high-gloss gilding on exterior and interior surfaces. These products provide a finish comparable to traditional water gilding, but with easier use. The Kölner Instacoll Gilding System comes in different variations and delivers excellent gilding with genuine gold leaf. Application range: exterior and interior gilding. Usable gold types: genuine gold leaf, silver leaf, palladium leaf, and white gold. The drying and open time of this adhesive, crucial for a successful gilding project, depends on the material, ambient air temperature, and air humidity. The ideal processing conditions, which we provide for your convenience, are 15–25 °C and 40–60% humidity, so you’re well informed and prepared for your gilding tasks.
2. Kölner Miniatum and Miniatum Ink are preferred for paper crafts, illumination, and calligraphy. They produce a mirror-gloss finish on flexible surfaces like vellum and leather when gilded within 24 houKölner Permacoll Size is a popular acrylic adhesive for metal leaf. It dries quickly and remains receptive to metal leaf application for several days after initial used.
3. Kölner Poliment and the KGGG System are commonly selected for traditional water gilding. These pre-mixed clay bole, fond, and water-soluble sealers support a genuine burnished finish.
4. Kölner Patina is commonly used in metal leaf projects to create an aged or antique appearance while providing a protective seal. Kölner Ceramic Size (KT-5 and KT-5-hv) is a specialised repair compound, popular for restoring gilded edges on porcelain, china, and ceramics.

Below is a complete list of Kölner gilding sizes suitable for any gilding project you may have:

• Kölner Aqua Size
• Kölner Ceramic
• Kölner Classic Poliment
• Kölner Instacoll Size
• Kölner KGGG System Fond
• Kölner Miniatum
• Kölner Permacoll
• Kölner Rapid Stone Mason
• Kölner Archicoll 3D Gel
• Kölner Patina
• Kölner Polishing Size
• Kölner Relief Kit
• Kölner Revisol
• Kölner Sealer P
• Kölner Sealer 123a
• Kölner Signcoll
• Kölner Classic Caselo
• Kölner Colnafix Size
• Kölner Colnasol Concentrate
• Kölner Dura Letter
• Kölner Durol Lettering Colour
• Kölner Gilding Kit Sets
• Kölner Kintsugi Fine Detail Kit

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