Polyvine - Metal Leaf Acrylic Adhesive - ENG - 500ml

An acrylic adhesive with an extended open time for bonding metal leaf and foils to a variety of surfaces.
ideal to use for • furniture • plaster moulding • picture frames • decorative features
Unique qualities:
• easy to apply
• water based
• low odour
• wash brushes and tools in water.

• coverage: 10-15 square metres per litre

drying time: A minimum of 24 hours with ventilation

available in 500ml with English label

Application:

Seal porous surfaces with a Polyvine varnish. Apply thinly using a good quality brush. It is important no brush marks are visible these will show though the metal leaf. The size can be diluted with water to avoid brush marks.
Leave for at least 15 minutes, the film will clear and remain tacky. The surface will then be in a prime state ready to receive the leaf. This prime state will remain indefinitely. It is important to completely cover all the size with the metal leaf, no size should be left uncovered. recommendation Always try the technique on a test piece before embarking on the project.

working time Prime time - the time metal leaf will still adhere to the wet size. This prime state will remain for up to 24 hours, allowing large projects to be handled with ease. Size will always remain tacky. Do not allow dust to accumulate on the adhesive surface.

Can be used for all metal foils and leaf. Gold, Silver, Dutch Metal.

Remove excess from tools and mixing vessels before washing in warm soapy water.

Do not empty containers into drains or watercourses.