Mona Lisa - Gold Leaf Adhesive

Gold Leaf Adhesive

32 oz.
SKU: 01782
MPN: 0010217
32 oz.
List: $49.05
$36.78
SAVE 25%
2 oz.
SKU: 76827
MPN: 0010210
2 oz.
List: $6.67
$5.00
SAVE 25%

Adhesive stays tacky for 24 hours so you can gild at your own pace

Gilding requires patience, metal leaf won't adhere to wet adhesive, but applied too late, it won't stick at all. This water-based size solves the timing problem by staying workably tacky for up to 24 hours after application. You can apply adhesive in the morning and return to lay leaf that evening, or work through complex patterns without racing against drying time. The extended open time proves equally valuable when working with alternative materials; sand, glitter, and decorative elements all bond reliably within that generous window.

Slow-drying formulas let you focus on precise leaf placement rather than watching the clock. The adhesive maintains consistent tack across its working period, eliminating the guesswork of "is it ready yet?" that faster-drying sizes demand. Water-based composition means easy cleanup and low odor during application, brush out immediately after use, and tools stay ready for your next gilding session.

Available in 2-ounce jars for small projects and accent work, or 32-ounce jars when covering furniture, frames, or multiple pieces. Whether applying genuine gold leaf to icon panels or creating mixed-media textures with metallic flakes and found materials, this adhesive provides the working time that careful surface decoration requires.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

  • Water-based formula stays tacky 24 hours
  • Works with metal leaf and glitter
  • Suitable for craft and home decor
  • Slow-drying allows repositioning time
  • Available in 2 oz. or 32 oz.
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Stamps and Embossing - Rubber stamps, embossing powders, and heat tools for creating textured designs on paper, fabric, and other surfaces.

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