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Which Glue for Gold Leaf?

Robert Thorne • • 6 min read
Which Glue for Gold Leaf?

Gedeo Gilding Paste, Eberhard by Staedtler or alternatively an acrylic medium or a good PVA glue

PVA glue
The degree of polymerization of polyvinyl acetate is typically 100 to 5000, while its ester groups are sensitive to base hydrolysis and slowly convert PVAc into polyvinyl alcohol and acetic acid. The glass transition temperature of polyvinyl acetate is between 30 and 45 °C depending on the molecular weight.
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thinned to a milky consistency can be used. A traditional oil based size such as Japan Gold Size works best on hard smooth surfaces but will take longer to dry sufficiently to accept the leaf.

What glue do you use with gold leaf?

Gold leafing calls for a water based adhesive. You can buy metal leaf adhesive specifically for gilding. I have seen people use Mod Podge as well. You will also need gilding brushes.

Can I use Elmers glue for gold leaf?

I let it dry for the most part and then began to apply my gold leaf. I just painted on Elmers glue where I wanted to add the leaf and then gently set the sheets down. I used a small brush to add and remove pieces and then brushed some glue around the edges where the leaf was lifting up.

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