The strongest gold foil for Keum-Bo on silver clay

Experience the highest-quality 24K gold foil available for Keum-Boo on silver clay pieces, delivering exceptional results with ease.  

This foil is 17 microns thick (0.017 mm), so 0.005 mm thicker than our standard gold foil for ensuring durability and optimal adhesion. Thinner foils are not suitable for these techniques.  

Product details

- Material: 24K gold  
- Sheet Size: 40 x 40 mm  
- Thickness: Approx. 0.017 mm  

To use, simply cut the foil with scissors or a sharp knife, place it onto your silver piece, and secure it with an agate burnisher for a flawless finish. 

How to apply the gold foil onto your piece?

Keum-Boo is an ancient Korean gilding technique used to apply a thin layer of pure gold to silver. Heat and pressure create a diffusion bond between the two metals.  

Process:  
1. Preparation: The silver surface is cleaned and slightly roughened.  
2. Heating: The silver is heated to around 300–500°C.  
3. Applying the Gold: A thin gold foil is placed onto the heated silver.  
4. Bonding: The gold is pressed and burnished with a steel or agate tool, fusing it permanently to the silver.  

The result is a durable, bright gold layer without the need for chemical plating. ✨