Get Started Easily with Gold Leaf
Our high-quality starter sets contain everything you need for the perfect introduction to gilding. The sets are suitable for art, interior design, creative projects, and professional results.
Kölner Instacoll Starter Set
A set for high-gloss gilding applications indoors and outdoors
- Contents:
- genuine gold leaf (23.75 carat)
- adhesive (Kölner Instacoll System)
- including instructions & accessories
Kölner Fine Detail Kit - Canvas
This set is ideal for creative gilding on canvas using modern gilding techniques. Includes canvas, easel, Kölner Miniatum, and genuine 23 carat gold leaf for getting started right away.
- genuine gold leaf (23 carat)
- perfect for creative gold accents
- including instructions & accessories
Gilding Furniture
With our step-by-step guide, you’ll get an easy introduction to creative gilding and learn which adhesives are best suited for furniture, picture frames, and decorative projects.
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German Gold Leaf Manufacturer Since 1843
Since 1843, the GERSTENDÖRFER gold leaf factory has been one of Germany’s most traditional manufacturers of genuine gold leaf and silver leaf. In the goldbeating town of Schwabach, we produce more than 30 types of gold leaf for restoration, art, interior design, and creative gilding — exclusively and guaranteed Made in Germany.
Our product range includes an extensive and carefully selected assortment for gilders, restorers, painters, and artists. This allows us to offer our customers a high-quality range for the highest demands.
Beginners & DIY
Creative Gilding
Restorers
Modern Gilding with the Kölner Art Line
The professional gilding systems of the Kölner Art Line enable creative gilding on canvas, furniture, interior projects, and modern artworks — from simple beginner applications to professional use.
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Transfer Gold Leaf or Loose Gold Leaf – What’s the Difference?
Transfer Gold Leaf
Transfer gold leaf (also known as patent gold or transfer leaf) is attached to a special backing paper, making it especially easy and clean to handle. It is ideal for beginners, creative gilding, DIY projects, furniture, interior design, and larger surfaces.
Since the gold leaf adheres securely to the backing paper, it can be applied in a controlled manner and handled easily.
Another advantage: transfer gold leaf can easily be cut to size using clean, grease-free scissors.
Loose Gold Leaf
Loose gold leaf is the traditional and most original form of gilding.
For application, it is traditionally handled using a gilder’s tip, gilding cushion, and gilding knife. This allows for especially detailed and professional gilding work.
This traditional gilding technique is often used for restoration, professional gilding, and high-quality detail work.
Gilding Explained Simply
Discover creative gilding techniques using genuine gold leaf and learn step by step how to properly apply gold leaf for art, furniture, DIY projects, and much more.
In our video tutorials, we show you simple tips, professional techniques, and inspiring ideas related to transfer gold leaf, loose gold leaf, and modern gilding.
Whether you are just starting with gilding, want to create creative gold leaf art, or are looking for professional applications — here you will find inspiration, tutorials, and valuable knowledge for your next gold leaf projects.
