Gold Leaf for Art, Design and Restoration – DeLafée Switzerland

 

For more than two decades, DeLafée, based in Switzerland, has been a trusted supplier of gold leaf for art, design and art restoration. Artists, designers, restorers, master gilders and cultural institutions rely on our expertise, our Swiss service and our wide selection of gold leaf, gold powders and silver leaf. With more than 30 different gold alloys available, we provide one of the most versatile color ranges in the world, suitable for both traditional and contemporary gilding.

DeLafée supplies loose gold leaf, transfer (patent) gold leaf, silver leaf, gold powders and decorative gilding materials used in fine art, interior design, architecture, sculpture, furniture gilding and the restoration of heritage objects.

 


Why Professionals Choose DeLafée for Gold Leaf

Artists and restorers choose DeLafée because we offer:

  • Over 30 gold leaf alloys for precise color matching
  • Consistent quality supported by Swiss service and expertise
  • Materials suitable for classical and modern gilding techniques
  • Loose leaf and transfer leaf formats
  • Options for interior and exterior gilding (depending on alloy)
  • Reliable supply and professional guidance from Switzerland

Our gold leaf is used in museums, design studios, restoration workshops and artistic ateliers around the world.

 

DeLafée Switzerland – Expertise You Can Trust

DeLafée is headquartered in Switzerland and serves clients globally with:

  • A broad collection of gold leaf colors and alloys
  • Loose sheets for traditional water gilding
  • Transfer sheets for design, furniture and architectural surfaces
  • Silver leaf for modern and classical applications
  • Gold powders for retouching, detailing and mixed-media work
  • Consistent quality, Swiss-level service and reliable delivery

Although we do not manufacture gold leaf ourselves, we curate and supply high-quality materials selected for professional artistic and restoration use.

  

Atelier Silke - Frame renovation

 Our Gold Leaf Collection for Art, Design and Restoration

1. Loose Gold Leaf (over 30 alloys available)

Loose leaf is ideal for traditional techniques, including:

  • Water gilding
  • Burnishing with agate stones
  • Restoration of antique frames
  • Fine art, iconography and gilded manuscripts
  • Detailed work requiring maximum control

Loose gold leaf gives artists complete freedom and is preferred for heritage and museum-grade restoration.

  

Grégory Schulé - Abstract painting

2. Transfer (Patent) Gold Leaf

Transfer leaf is mounted on tissue for easier handling. It is ideal for:

  • Interior design projects
  • Gilding flat or vertical surfaces
  • Furniture and decorative objects
  • Signage, lettering and architectural accents
  • Contemporary wall and panel design

It offers stability, precision and clean application, making it popular with designers, decorators and craftsmen.

 

Emmanuelle Zufferey - Gilded mirror

3. Silver Leaf

DeLafée also offers silver leaf used in:

  • Contemporary art
  • Interior design and wall finishes
  • Restoration of silver-gilded items
  • Sculpture and mixed media

Silver leaf offers a bright, elegant metallic finish and works well on its own or in combination with gold leaf.

  Atelier Silke - Woodwork

4. Gold Powders and Metallic Powders

Our gold powders are widely used for:

  • Restoration retouching where leaf cannot be applied
  • Filling small losses and cracks
  • Calligraphy and fine line work
  • Mixed-media artwork
  • Traditional European and Asian gilding techniques

Gold powders allow precise detailing and controlled application, making them essential for restoration specialists.

 

Plug & Play Verre - Glass painting

Applications of DeLafée Gold Leaf

DeLafée gold leaf is used for:

  • Restoration of antique picture frames
  • Gilding furniture and decorative woodwork
  • Religious art and iconography
  • Sculptures and contemporary installations
  • Interior design projects
  • Architecture and ornamental surfaces
  • Conservation of cultural and heritage objects
  • Artistic mixed-media creations

Because we offer one of the broadest color ranges in gold leaf, restorers can match historical gilding tones with high accuracy.

Marty Design - Motorcycle Design

Who We Work With

DeLafée supplies gold leaf and powders to:

  • Fine artists and independent ateliers
  • Professional gilders and restorers
  • Museums and cultural institutions
  • Interior designers and architects
  • Furniture makers and decorative craftsmen
  • Conservation studios and heritage specialists

Our materials are used in both public and private projects, from museum conservation to contemporary artistic commissions.

 

Atelier Silke - Lettering at the Musée Olympique, Lausanne

Conservation, Stability and Professional Use

DeLafée gold leaf and gold powders are selected for their long-term stability and suitability for professional use. Gold is naturally resistant to oxidation and corrosion, making it ideal for artworks and surfaces intended to last for decades or centuries.

Our materials are compatible with traditional binders, mordants and techniques used in historical restoration, as well as with contemporary materials used in modern art, design and architecture. This makes DeLafée a reliable partner for both conservation-driven projects and creative innovation.

 


 Swiss Service, Global Reach

From our base in Switzerland, DeLafée supplies artists, restorers and institutions worldwide. We work closely with professionals to help them select the most appropriate alloy, format and material for each project.

Our clients value:

  • Knowledgeable technical support
  • Reliable availability across alloys and formats
  • Consistent quality from order to order
  • Careful handling and professional logistics

Whether for a single artwork or a large-scale restoration project, we provide dependable service and expert guidance.

 


  Why DeLafée

Professionals choose DeLafée because we combine:

  • One of the widest selections of gold leaf alloys worldwide
  • Materials suited to both traditional and modern techniques
  • Swiss service standards and reliability
  • Deep understanding of artistic and restoration needs

This combination makes DeLafée a long-term partner for professionals who work with gold at the highest level.

 


 Request Information or Professional Advice

If you are working on an art, design or restoration project and require gold leaf, silver leaf or gold powders, our team will be pleased to assist you with:

  • Alloy and color selection
  • Format recommendations
  • Technical guidance
  • Pricing and availability

Contact DeLafée to discuss your project and discover the full range of professional gold materials available from Switzerland.