Charbonnel Gilders Clay

An exceptional gilded surface is a direct result of applying the finest gilder's clay. Our selection of boles include prime burnishing clay from France in a premixed (with water) form. Charbonnel Gilder's Clay is a paste that needs to be mixed with glue size before applying.

LeFranc Gilder's Clay base is a colored paste available in three colors: red, yellow and black.

Before use, mix with a solution of lukewarm rabbit skin glue size or gelatin size, one volume of gilder's clay to two volumes of glue size. For best results, apply two or more coats of this solution onto a perfectly smooth substrate, such as gesso. When dry, remove dust and apply gold leaf. After burnishing, the clay becomes visible through the fine leaves of gold.

For compete information on how to use, please consult Preparing and Applying Base for Gilding.