Collection: Gold Leaf

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"For budget-conscious artists, we stock "},{"type":"text","value":"imitation gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (also known as "},{"type":"text","value":"schlag","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or "},{"type":"text","value":"Dutch gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"). Easy to handle and stunning in result, it adds luxury without the cost. "},{"type":"text","value":"Tip:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Seal imitation leaf with a "},{"type":"text","value":"clear solvent-based varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" to prevent tarnishing over time."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Available in a "},{"type":"text","value":"wide range of colours and sizes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", you’re sure to find the perfect "},{"type":"text","value":"gold leaf paper","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for your project. Buy "},{"type":"text","value":"gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" online today and receive same day dispatch."}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Gold Leaf FAQs"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is gold leaf?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" is an ultra-thin metallic sheet that provides a warm, luxurious shine. Applied to surfaces like canvas, wood, glass, or plaster, it adds elegance. Also available in "},{"type":"text","value":"silver","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"text","value":"copper","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — known as "},{"type":"text","value":"gold leaf sheets","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or "},{"type":"text","value":"metal leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are gold leaf sheets real gold?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nIt depends! "},{"type":"text","value":"Real gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" is pure or karat gold (22kt, 24kt), compressed into thin sheets — durable, moisture-resistant, and non-tarnishing. "},{"type":"text","value":"Imitation gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (Dutch/schlag) is copper-zinc alloy — stunning but may tarnish unless sealed. Real gold is pricier; imitation offers similar brilliance at lower cost."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can gold leaf be applied to paper?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — "},{"type":"text","value":"gold leaf on paper","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" creates glowing designs. Apply "},{"type":"text","value":"gilding adhesive","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (size), let become tacky, then gently lay leaf using a soft watercolour brush or fingers. Burnish lightly for adhesion."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is gold leaf used for?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Gilding","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — adding luxurious glow to:"}]},{"type":"list","listType":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Picture frames","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" & mirrors"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Paintings","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" & icons"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Furniture","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" & decor"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Sculptures","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" & pottery"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Jewellery","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" & mixed media"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Even "},{"type":"text","value":"edible gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for food (food-grade only!)"}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do I apply gold leaf?","bold":true}]},{"type":"list","listType":"ordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Prepare surface","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — clean, smooth, seal if porous"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Apply size","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — water-based (for imitation) or oil-based (for real)"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Wait for tack","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — 15–60 mins"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Lay leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — gently press transfer sheet or loose leaf"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Burnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — soft cloth to adhere"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Brush off excess","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — soft brush"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Seal","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — varnish (required for imitation)"}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Does imitation gold leaf tarnish?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — unless sealed with "},{"type":"text","value":"clear varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or spray sealer. Real gold leaf "},{"type":"text","value":"never tarnishes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can I use gold leaf with resin?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — embed "},{"type":"text","value":"gold leaf flakes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or sheets in epoxy resin for stunning 3D effects in coasters, jewellery, and tabletops."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What’s the difference between loose and transfer gold leaf?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Loose leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — ultra-thin, floats easily, needs careful handling (pro use).\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Transfer leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — backed on tissue, easier for beginners, press-and-peel application."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is gold leaf food safe?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nOnly "},{"type":"text","value":"edible gold leaf","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (22kt+ pure gold, certified) is food-safe. Never use art/craft leaf on food."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do I seal gold leaf?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nUse "},{"type":"text","value":"solvent-based varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for imitation leaf; "},{"type":"text","value":"acrylic varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" works on real gold. Brush or spray thinly. Avoid water-based on unsealed imitation — may cause tarnish."}]}]}