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How to use Kolner Instacoll

Ruth Tappin, gilder

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Get a high gloss gilded finish from the Kolner Instacoll high gloss gilding system. Kölner Instacoll is a water based two-part system, consisting of a base size and an activator. Instacoll can be used indoors and outdoors on nearly any surface.
I compare the results with the burnished water gilded wing from the 'Water gilding on a budget' video, Water gilding on a budget.

UK
KÖLNER INSTACOLL STARTER SET
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/ko...
KÖLNER INSTACOLL BASE - YELLOW
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/ko...
KÖLNER INSTACOLL BASE - CLEAR
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/ko...
KÖLNER INSTACOLL ACTIVATOR
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/ko...
KÖLNER SYNTHETIC BRUSH
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/ko...
KÖLNER INSTACOLL TOOL
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/in...
KÖLNER INSTACOLL TISSUES
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/in...
6CT WHITE TRANSFER GOLD LEAF
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/6c...
GILDERS COMPO
https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/gi...
12 NYLON PAINT BRUSHES
https://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/12-nylon...

USA
6CT WHITE TRANSFER GOLD LEAF (Called Patent Gold) https://www.gildedplanet.com/6b.html
INSTACOLL MIRROR SHINE
https://www.gildedplanet.com/instacol...

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Chapters
00:00 intro
1:25 Kolner brushes
1:58 Kolner Instacoll base
2:30 Applying Instacoll base
5:27 Applying Instacoll activator
7:12 Dry activator
7:23 Kolner tissue
7:46 Transfer gold leaf
7:59 Gilding
10:15 Rubbing with the Kolner tissue
11:16 Oil size
11:32 Oil gilding
11:39 End result.

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20 Comments

@RuthTappinGilder Creator 2 years ago Pinned

This video needs an update from me. The kolner instacoll looses its shine within weeks, sometimes days. Kolner says it must be how we are using it. But we are using it as directed by them. I know it's not just me this is happening to. Let me know if it's happening to you too.

@Carniola91 4 years ago (edited)

I have been using this system for gilding for years now, besides the 'normal' water gilding. You actually don't need the activator, we never use it. Just put the base and let it dry for couple of hours, longer you leave it, more shine the gold will have. Also the drying time depends on the temperature and humidity of the room you are working in. For silver, because of its thickness leave it less time drying. We also use a cotton glove and just pick up the gold leaves(or silver) and stick it on. Once you are used to it you can gild very fast and precise.

@BennyCadillac 4 years ago

Thanks for the video! As a complete novice, I like to learn about all different methods there are, and what works best on which types of pieces. Simplicity and cost are also important factors. Thanks again, I love your channel!

@bernadettemccarthy9631 2 years ago

Ruth, thank you for going into such great detail in your video and for comparing the two pieces. I love the fair comparison, it really helped me see that there really was no significant difference. Love your videos!!❤

@susanmitchell4744 4 years ago

Thank you Ruth for your in depth demonstration and explanation. Excellent!

@johnbarnette3916 3 years ago

you are a very remarkable person, thanks for going into such detail, love watching your videos

@farniente.art.by.isa.gervasio 4 months ago

For not flat surfaces, Kölner says it is easier with loose leaves when using Instacoll.

@AlessioFangano 3 years ago

I remember finding your channel years ago after watching that tv-show episode where you gilded the chandelier. Went all full-immersion in researching the products you used, since I want to use them for a future art project of mine lol So nice to see a How-To video on these products now :D

@beckycannon4816 4 years ago

Really enjoyed watching that Ruth, excellent demonstration of your skills again 🌟

@hanfleet 2 years ago

Thankyou again for this video and the one before it; good to compare the 2 pieces and their different processes. :)

@heartwormskillcats8357 4 years ago

Awesome seeing your videos. 😀

@chrisjohnson4165 1 year ago

Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Very clear and enjoyable to watch. I'm a restless crafstman, and needed to dabble in your craft to complete a little project.

@cincy.a.l.w3219 3 years ago

Ruth, I love your videos ❤ Thank you for making them. I look forward to watching them

@mauriceodonnell7671 4 years ago

Love your videos Ruth, thank you.

@paulmaryon9088 4 years ago

Hi Ruth hope your'e well, and thank you for another wonderful video, this seems a little easier for a novice gilder, though I may be mistaken there! I'll try it and see, thanks again, always great to see one of your vids, have a good week and take care.

@joeybrushstrokes 4 years ago

Another great video! Thank you.

@bdizzle1118 4 years ago

Thank you for making your videos, I've learned so much! <3

@user-wk7xy9mm3e 8 months ago

Great Video. I have just purchased this system for the first time and I was going to use loose leaf on quite deep carved relief. Would be easy I guess to lose fine detail with the base so I may experiment putting it on gradually with an airbrush, I have never been that keen on pressing gold leaf more than I have to. I am glad I have watched your video because on reflection I may well just stick with oil gilding and leave this for experimenting on test work to see how it performs. Thanks

@jimstools3937 1 year ago

Hi Ruth. I Started Watching Your Videos. Unbelievable. Your An Inspiration To Many People And Awesome. As Well As Beautiful. Thanks For Sharing Your Craft.

@jeronimoroizdelaparra3920 4 years ago

Muchas gracias Ruth por su demostración práctica del sistema de dorado Kolmer. Se puede decir que se trata de una variante mejorada del dorado al aceite aproximándose al brillo del dorado al agua por un proceso simplificado lo que redunda en la reducción de costes lo que tendrá su utilidad en determinadas aplicaciones.