Mona Lisa - Extra Thick Leaf Adhesive
Stencil delicate patterns or gild porous surfaces with extended working time
Porous surfaces, raw wood, unfinished terracotta, fabric, need adhesive that penetrates rather than sits on top. This water-based formula soaks into substrate fibers, creating mechanical bonds that hold metal leaf securely without the slip common with surface-only adhesives. The extended open time eliminates rushed application; size remains workable for over 24 hours, letting you position leaf precisely or work in stages across large projects.
Thick consistency makes this particularly effective for stenciling. The adhesive stays where you apply it rather than bleeding under template edges, producing clean borders essential for pattern work. Five to twenty minutes brings it to proper tack, test with a knuckle touch; when it feels slightly sticky but no longer transfers to your skin, it's ready for leafing. That working window accommodates interruptions without compromising bond strength.
Cleanup requires only soap and water while wet, keeping brushes and tools maintenance-simple. Use this size for wooden boxes, canvas surfaces, papier-mâché forms, or fabric applications where you need leaf to grip textured substrates. The formula works with composition leaf, imitation leaf, and genuine metal leaf equally well.
