CLAM GILDED WITH WRIGHTS OF LYMM 24CT GOLD LEAF

Clam Gilded with Wrights of Lymm 24ct Gold Leaf which can be purchased from the link below

http://www.stonehouses.co.uk/index.php/gold-imitation-leaf/gold-leaf/gold-leaf-loose-4/gold-leaf-loose/24ct-regular-gold-leaf-loose.html

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LOOSE AND TRANSFER?

Loose leaf is leaf placed loosely between the sheets of the book. The leaf cannot be handled and is normally lifted directly from the book with a special brush, tip or tweezers (see tools) and then placed onto the surface. Transfer leaf is leaf placed on a sheet of wax or tissue paper within the book which is larger than the leaf, therefore each sheet can be removed individually. It can then be placed face down and with slight pressure the metal will be released onto the surface, rather like a child’s transfer. It is usually easier to use transfer leaf then loose

GENUINE GOLD LEAF OR IMITATION GOLD LEAF?

There is nothing that will shine and look as good as genuine gold leaf and will last for many years. The advantages to using imitation leaf, it is cheaper than real gold leaf, it is a little thicker and so is easier to handle

HOW DO WE HANDLE THE GOLD AND SILVER?

Gold or Silver leaf cannot be handle, it will stick to the warmth of your hand, we supply brushes, tips and tweezers. please refer “What is the difference between loose or transfer” to ensure you use the best leaf for your requirements.

WHY USE GENUINE GOLD LEAF?

Gold’s beauty, lustre and non-tarnishing properties make it the preferred material for gilders and will last longer than any other materials/metals