Is there a difference between "surface" gold and "glass" gold. I accidently used some surface gold leaf of a glass guild. I don't notice anything wrong, but is there something I'm missing?
Posted by Russ McMullin (Member # 5617) on :
I'm guessing that glass gold has fewer pinholes. Other than that, I don't see where there would be a difference.
Posted by Bob Nugent (Member # 3743) on :
The difference is in the thickness, the content is the same. Surface gold is thicker so that it can be applied using the paper, Glass gold is thinner to be applied with static electricity.
Posted by Keith Myers (Member # 5051) on :
Thanks for the info. I just wanted to make sure ther was not any significant difference that would make it not hold up.
Posted by Ron Percell (Member # 399) on :
Hello Keith,
Surface(regular)Gold: Surface gold may have irregularities and is used in double gilding surfaces, or when distressing(engine turning)or toning gold is disired.
Double Gold: 10-20% thicker than Regular Surface Gold.
Glass gold: Gold that has been selected for it's higher quality resulting in less micro fissures(cracks) or pinholes.
Rolled Gold or Ribbon Gold: Gold made in a continuous rolls 60-70 ft long, available in different widths from 1/8"-4" wide. Roll gold is also known as
Proper Names for ordering: Loose: loose in the book Patent: attached to sheets of parchment
1 book: 1 book, 25 sheets 3.38" x 3.38", covers 1.98 sq ft without waste or overlaps
1 Pack: 20 books, 500 sheets 3.38" x 3.38", covers 39.50 sq ft without waste or overlaps
Examples: 1 book of Suface Gold Loose 1 Pack of Suface Gold Patent
With this all being said, your window gild should be fine if your happy with how well it covered, and will not effect your works lifespan.
