Hide Glue
Animal Hide Glue Sizing is a refined, light-colored adhesive with a bloom strength of 240, specifically suited for traditional water gilding applications such as gesso and clay bole preparation. Produced from animal skins, this natural glue offers high cohesion, consistency, and a clean, odor-free composition, making it a reliable foundation for classical gilding techniques.
Formed into small, granular pieces, hide glue is easy to measure and dissolve, allowing artisans to prepare solutions tailored to specific stages of the gilding process. Its strength and flexibility make it especially well-suited for creating gilder’s gesso, where durability and smoothness are essential for achieving a flawless, burnishable surface.
Animal Hide Glue Sizing is an essential material for:
• Preparing traditional gilder’s gesso • Binding and sealing absorbent surfaces
• Mixing with clay bole for water gilding
• Restoration and conservation work
• Classical gilding techniques requiring natural adhesives
This product is available in multiple sizes to suit different project scales, including 1 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, and 55 lb formats, making it suitable for both small studio uses and large-scale production environments.
Because it is an organic material, hide glue may vary slightly in color, texture, and granular form from batch to batch, which is a natural characteristic of the product and does not affect performance.
Used for centuries in traditional gilding practices, Animal Hide Glue Sizing remains a trusted choice for artisans seeking authentic materials, reliable adhesion, and optimal results in water gilding and decorative finishing.
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