Useful videos that demonstrate the gilding process
Useful videos that demonstrate the gilding process. You can see certain work processes that demonstrate gilding and restoration.
Wood, as a supporting surface, requires careful preparation.
Chalk can be applied with a brush or a spray gun. After drying, the gold-retaining clay layer must be applied to this prepared chalk surface. Then, using gilding water, the gold must be applied to the surface with a brush.
Applying gold leaf with gilding liquid.
This is a good example: applying gold leaf with gilding liquid.
Applying gold leaf with gilding liquid.
This is a good example: applying gold leaf with gilding liquid.
Some carpentry work will also be needed
Don't forget to work on all four sides at the same time.