Water-Based Glue (Kuttsuki MAX)
This adhesive, mainly composed of acrylic resin, is used for absorbent surfaces like paper. Compared to oil-based products, it takes longer to dry, so please allow sufficient time for drying. It is ready to use when it feels tacky to the touch, similar to the adhesive on a sticker, and it will remain tacky even after some time has passed following application.
Water-Based Glue 2 (Kuttsuki MAX II) is suitable for imitation leaf, which is thicker than pure gold leaf or platinum leaf. When used with thin leaf, the adhesive may seep through and appear on the surface, so care is required.
Oil-based Gilding Glue (Level Five)
This is an oil-based adhesive used for gilding on non-absorbent surfaces such as glass and metal. It can be used immediately after application, but it loses its tack relatively quickly. It is recommended to use it in a well-ventilated room or outdoors.
Please note that it may melt resin-based materials, so caution is required.
Nikawa Glue
This adhesive solution is used in traditional painting techniques such as Japanese painting and mounting. As it is animal-based, please store it in the refrigerator.
Its adhesive strength is relatively weak and will gradually diminish if too much time passes after application.
Important Notes for All Gilding Adhesives
When gilding on glass or acrylic, the leaf may not adhere properly if the surface is too smooth. It may therefore be necessary to apply a primer or lightly roughen the surface. Insufficient adhesion may cause the leaf to peel off.
Important Note About Gilding
Gilding involves applying thin metal leaf to an object, so the finished surface is vulnerable to scratches and wear caused by repeated touching.
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