Gilding Kit
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Begin with a dry, varnished painting.
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Use the thin tip of the glue applicator to “draw” desired lines, shapes, or designs on the painted canvas.
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Press the foil (shiny side up) on top of the wet glue. Be sure to apply foil within 3 minutes of glue application.
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Keep in mind that foil will only adhere to wet If you’re adding guilding to a large canvas, work in sections.
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Allow to dry for 6-12 hours.
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Once adhesive has dried, gently peel away excess foil. Foil will remain anywhere glue was applied.
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Pro Tip Pre-cut strips of foil to save time and foil.
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Pro Tip: Varnish can damage foil; do not apply varnish on top of foil.