Kölner KGGG System Sealer-Primers and Size

The Kölner KGGG Fond System is a three-part gilding system consisting of a Sealer/Primer, Fond Burnishing Clay, and Adhesive. It replaces traditional labor-intensive gesso and bole water gilding and yields a beautiful gilded surface that can be burnished to intensify the gold luster.

Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay is available in several colors, each of which changes the tone of the gold. Different colors can be combined to achieve custom colors. The KGGG System is not recommended for copper, imitation gold, or silver—consider using Permacoll HA instead.

Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay can be used over all oil- or water-based primers/sealers surfaces.

Kölner Colnafix is a water-based adhesive that is part of the KGGG three-part process. After sealing and then applying Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay, Colnafix is brushed on before applying gold leaf.

Kölner Sealer P is the first step in the KGGG process before applying Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay and either Colnasol or Colnafix adhesive.

Kölner Sealer 123-A is a concentrated water-based sealer designed to prepare porous surfaces before applying Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay and Instaclay. Kölner KGGG Sealer 123-A also provides a protective coating over metal leaf, such as silver or composition leaf. You will need Kölner KGGG Colnasol tablet and Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay to achieve successful results.

Directions

Surface Preparation

Gilded surfaces must be dry and free from dust and grease. It is best to sand the surface to make it as smooth as possible. Apply the sealer to create a smooth surface for the Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay.

Sealer Application

You may need to apply several coats of primer/sealer to fill in and seal larger cracks or crevices. Allow each coat to dry completely (about one hour) and lightly sand before applying the next layer. Sand the final last coat, but not to the point where it is glossy. Kölner KGGG Fond Burnishing Clay requires a slightly scuffed surface to adhere properly.

Any sealer can be used, but Kölner Sealer P is recommended as it is ready to be used straight out of the bottle.

We recommend using synthetic brushes to apply the sealer/primer.

Cleanup

Clean brushes and tools with warm water and soap. Discard any unused solutions; do not return them to the container.

Storage

Colnafix: Keep the container tightly closed and avoid freezing temperatures or excessive heat. Keep refrigerated to extend its shelf life, which is about one year.

Sealer P: Keep the container tightly closed and avoid freezing temperatures or excessive heat. It has a shelf life of up to 2 years.

Safety and Health

KGGG components are not considered to be toxic. However, they may cause skin or eye irritation and should be kept away from food and drink. Keep out of reach of children.

Disclaimer

The conditions, handling methods, and use of this product are beyond our control. For this reason, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage, or expenses arising out of or in any way connected to the handling, storage, use, or disposal of this product.