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Metal leaf is decorative metal leaf used for a metallic finish when genuine gold or silver is not required.
Metal leaf adhesive is usually a gilding size or compatible leaf adhesive chosen for imitation, composition, aluminum, copper, or variegated leaf.
Metal leaf is often thicker and less expensive than genuine precious-metal leaf, but it still needs a properly prepared surface and correct tack. The adhesive must suit the substrate and the finish schedule, especially when a sealer will be applied over the leaf.
Because many metal leaves contain copper alloys, fingerprints, humidity, and the wrong coating can cause discoloration. Use clean handling, proper size, and a sealer system intended for the material.
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Gold leaf adhesive is called gilding size. The correct size, sealer, bole, and tools depend on surface, leaf type, technique, exposure, and desired finish.
Gilding size is the tacky adhesive layer used to attach gold leaf, silver leaf, palladium, platinum, metal leaf, or foil to a prepared surface. Ordinary glue is not a substitute. Tack timing matters: too wet can drown or smear leaf; too dry can fail to bond.
Silver and imitation/metal leaf often need sealing because tarnish or discoloration is a risk. Tools such as a gilder’s tip, knife, cushion, brushes, mops, burnishers, and pads affect results.
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