How to Gold Leaf Tutorial - Start to Finish

[@timhadaway984]

Probably the best tutorial for us rookies on the web. So many artists are selfish with their tricks and tips.....thank you for your time and the lesson.

[@D-D0G]

Get a grip. Selfish?! What, people that have practised for years and years, paid for courses or mentoring, read and paid for books to hone their craft and you're calling them out because they don't want to upload a video step by step guide for you?? People like you who are always looking for shortcuts are the people that make this world a shitter place, jog on you pleb.

[@timhadaway984]

@@D-D0G For one ….. you don't know me.....and with your attitude will never have the pleasure. I work in a dangerous profession that was held back for years because the old timers would not share their tricks and tips with the young up and comers that followed them. And yes....they are selfish, just as I am sure that you are, with your dweeb comment. I will not continue this conversation and disgrace what this man has done by taking the time to SHARE with others his knowledge and expertise. I hope that one day you can understand what your comment brings to this page.

[@rickbendi8709]

@Tim Hadaway Thank you so much!

[@melissal7984]

Oh wow those numbers look like they are about to jump right off of that surface! Great job!

[@StevesDIYProjects7]

@@D-D0G actually you are the type of person who makes the world shittier. cause of your GREED!

[@billieb]

I was looking for gold leaf tuturoial and found this. The swirl technique for added shine to the gold is a great idea but what impressed me most was your free hand painting of outlining the numbers. What a talen!

[@rickbendi8709]

billie boyd thank you very much.

[@dustinh70]

Can't beat Old School craftsmen,,,, i could watch you all day...

[@rickbendi8709]

@@dustinh70 😁😎thank you very much❤️

[@Crosshatch1212]

@@rickbendi87096 yr ago n still valuable .thnks

[@spudth]

In 1979 I had my race car professionally lettered. I watched in amazement as Tim did the work. Incredible talent!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@speedracerfx]

I tuned in for the lesson in gold leaf and ended up being wowed by your free hand painting skills. Fantastic work! Thank you for sharing!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you so much. ! I hope it helped you. 😎

[@safoorakaka7745]

I came for the same, and wow I was impressed

[@jimoc2045]

Learnt more in the last 10 minutes than the last ten videos I've watched. Many thanks.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you so much. I’m glad that I’m able to help people out. 😎

[@nemosthebandit]

Beautifully done. You’re a master of pinstripes!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you !!

[@matthewgooch7198]

I just want to say thank you Mr Bendi for putting up all these tutorials. I have always wanted to try my hand at striping and these videos have helped me tremendously. I just ordered a small kit tonight to get started

[@rickbendi8709]

I can’t tell you what that means to me. 😍 get a brush, get some paint and start stroking!!! When I was young I’d stripe anything that stood still. I wanted it! Bad! Stay passionate! And you will be great!!!

[@pffthulu6545]

You're a national treasure, sir. Thank you.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much😁

[@centralbears3010]

OUTSTANDING! Patience is a virtue. Very detailed explanation; i can follow these instructions as a rookie.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching!!

[@allsun71]

You make it look so easy … looks amazing

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. 😎

[@AliMECH]

You are artist and genius, amazing video

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching. I’m happy to help😎

[@AliMECH]

@@rickbendi8709 You should make more videos, you have talent

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks. I will. 😎😁

[@sidbream9585]

Beautiful work sir. The light blue was just right, higher in value, pretty. Thanks for the tips!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching!😎

[@stairwaytotevin]

RICK IS THE MAN! Since I started I looked up to his and Mark Flemings work back in the day

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. ! And thanks for watching 😎

[@turdsgarageandcustoms]

I could watch this all day.. got to see Hines working yrs ago at autorama in Detroit n it was same way watching him play with lead.

[@rickbendi8709]

@@turdsgarageandcustoms thank you so much, to put me in the same category as Hines,is an honor!❤️😎

[@maineoutdoorsman677]

Wow ,magic,what lines ,what hand control you have ,beautiful,I pray that some day I can do that ,thank you sir

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you much. Keep practicing, you’ll get there 😎

[@adelina7]

You are a very talented, free hand painter

[@StevesDIYProjects7]

TY for this. i was kinda scared to attempt gold leaf on a chopper build im about to take on. never worked with it. but now i think i am confident i can do just fine with it :) you are awesome.

[@rickbendi8709]

Try it on a sample piece first. Then you’ll get an idea how to wrk with it. Have fun!!

[@krowe33]

I love watching this stuff. I have never seen gold leaf applied that fast. Awesome job. That turned out so cool. Thanks for sharing.

[@rickbendi8709]

😀thank you for the compliment and thanks for watching. 😎

[@davidarmstrong2331]

Amazing so confident with your brush strokes

[@rickbendi8709]

🤭that comes with years of working with the paint and brushes. Thanks for watching

[@joepublic5469]

My grandfather did that, check paint with the back of his hand. Thanks for the vid. Sometimes I miss him.

[@rickbendi8709]

Joe Public I learned from my old sign painter boss. This way you don't get a big dirty finger print in the paint. Isn't it interesting how you remember little things like that from the older people . I love that. ! Thanks for watching!

[@fabiopaciucci3286]

Gotta say this man is good, liked the way he painted the #with the glue free hand

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching

[@bowtiepower69]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. All my questions have been answered in one video. My biggest was how to protect it if I didn't plan on clear coating the work.

[@rickbendi8709]

bowtiepower69 I always clear the leaf. Mainly because I work on vehicles or glass. There is some gilding that you don't have to clear , like church ceilings or statues. . But I'm sorry , I don't know how that's done. Thanks for watching

[@orion-ng5yp]

The best honest video I see so far over 2 weeks about how to gold leaf plus Plus the details!!! Mucha suerte Hermano And God bless the good American people 💯❤️

[@rickbendi8709]

orion333 8 π' thank you much!!😁😎

[@eastsidetruckingco1789]

Nice work. Always enjoy watching this kind of talent.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@JRUTHLESS_GARAGE_AND_CUSTOM]

man just found your channel, love it . truck still looks good. the wagon you did for me still looks great. now my daughter loves it .

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎😎😎

[@rogerredford6242]

You make it look so easy As a fellow artist, I know that it is anything but easy. Great job.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you 😎

[@christopher88719]

Wow, just wow!! Absolutely beautiful work!! You know you are watching a master when they are able to make the job seem easy. I am just experimenting with gold leaf and I learned a lot from your video. I only wish I was able to paint like you. Paint pinstriping and lettering used to be everywhere, now if you are lucky you have to drive to the next state to have someone stripe your car. Thanks for sharing your skills, I have subscribed.

[@rickbendi8709]

Christopher Fea thank you much . Just keep working at. Practice makes perfect.

[@chirihh1]

Awesome artwork!!! Looks so easy if you make it. But it isn't! Thanks for these tutorial!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you for watching!😎

[@AppalachianHandcraft]

Beautiful work, thank you for sharing the video. Hope to see more of your work in the future.

[@rickbendi8709]

😎👍

[@sherrieh847]

Such talent and I'm inspired to attempt this. Thanks for sharing and the 77 turned out beautiful. I think it'll take some practice on my part to even get half as good:) I'd like to do this technique on a furniture project I have in mind, re-creating antique advertising lettering. I especially like 1.) how you apply the gold leaf by using the paper on which it comes and 2.) the cotton ball technique.

[@rickbendi8709]

Try it. You’ll enjoy your self. Practice on different projects. Good luck. Thank you for watching 😎

[@luke_b1150]

Looks amazing, my only concern is how durable this is. Would it get damaged or scratched when washing/ polishing the vehicle?

[@rickbendi8709]

2 coats of brush clear is not as durable as automotive urethane clear. ( which should be sprayed on ) if you drive this vehicle every day, in sun and snow and rain. Wash it and wax it . It will hold up for a little while. I usually do gold leaf on antiques and show vehicles. It will hold up fine in this circumstance. Thank you for watching

[@jimboh5131]

Rick, I'd like to also thank you for sharing your amazing skill with us all; I'd like to use leaf for something totally not related to this use and you have helped me in that endeavor. Thanks so much.

[@rickbendi8709]

JimboH5 thank you much! Good luck with your endeavor

[@jimboh5131]

@@rickbendi8709 thanks again; I had to do some research after watching your great video; if you don't mind my asking, have you had experience with the water based sizing? My project will be indoors and sealed... thinking a water based poly as it seems to be compatible... I think... At any rate, thanks in advance for any help you may offer.

[@rickbendi8709]

I have never used a water born size , or if they even have one. My first concern is set up time. It may dry to quick and then the leaf won’t stick. Try it first on something else other than your project, don’t do a large area. Work small at first , to get used to it. Good luck

[@jimboh5131]

@@rickbendi8709 thanks very much for the quick reply; think I saw it on the wb site you listed in your video; my concern as well with the dry time; practice and experiment.. the best part! Thanks again and look forward to more of your helpful videos... great work!

[@rickbendi8709]

JimboH5 👍😎

[@palerider55]

Holy artistry Batman, dude, you are good.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you robin 😎

[@BackPackFilmsFl]

Clearly you were one of those kids who mastered painting by the numbers. Dam nice free hand work.

[@rickbendi8709]

BackPackFilmsFl thank you

[@Renegat7777]

Magic! I'm impressed. Such precision :)

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. And thanks for watching 😎

[@antifascistmilitant]

You make it look so easy, im definitely gonna give this a try. Thanks for the demo.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching. Have fun!!

[@tbgtbg6311]

Super slick and gorgeous execution!!! How will this hold up under washing and waxing? Thanks

[@rickbendi8709]

It will hold up fine, that vehicle will not see a lot of weather or abuse. I would not use that clear on an everyday vehicle , I would use an automotive urethane. But the enamel paint will be great. I use that to letter trucks and pinstripes thanks for watching 😎

[@DOORBELLBOY11]

Thanks Rick for passing on the Knowledge

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@Gen01Lee]

Awesome, I always wanted to try this. Great job on the Quarter midget!

[@rickbendi8709]

Try it! Thank you for watching 😎

[@leonardodalongisland]

Great tutorial! and great work!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you😎

[@humblegeorge]

Thank you very much for making this video . What an amazing Artist !

[@rickbendi8709]

@@humblegeorge thank you so much for watching 😎

[@gordmacdonald9711]

I once had to do a mural on the inside of a dome. It was 35' wide and the corresponding height and depth. Four figures and a main figure. The only way to do it was with a projector. I mounted the projector on a flat surface connected to a ball joint on a solid photographers tripod for complete control while I traced it down. It seems to me this would be useful for complex lettering or patterns on surfaces that have two or more curves.

[@rickbendi8709]

Wow. That’s a challenge. It’s amazing how us sign Artisists can figure that stuff out. Thanks for watching!!

[@TheBoomBoomRoomStLouis]

You make this look so easy brother. Thank spent yesterday trying to gold leaf. Doesn’t look like this!!! Laugh. But getting better. I just wonder if you need to put something over the top coat of size as this car will be in the weather etc.

[@rickbendi8709]

The best clear is automotive urethane. But that has to be sprayed . So this is one of the best clear you can do. I would give it a double coat. But understand, if it’s in the sun and rain , it will start to fade out eventually . Thanks for watching 😎

[@ARSciandra]

nice touch. great work.

[@broreilly770]

I am impressed--thanks for the share

[@deankay4434]

That is so cool and thanks very much for sharing. Question; If am inter-clear that is used paint flames, add decals and other, then finish the area with a urethane clear coat over the area? Since it contains "UV" inhibitors and provides a harder finish, would this work or have you done this. Some painters do this to finish when done.

[@rickbendi8709]

I have never done that process. But , the lettering enamel I use can just about be cleared with any top coat. Even water base. Always try a sample if your unsure of the product. Thank you for watching 😎

[@gazratjackson]

I've done some nice motorbike tanks but not with gold leaf so ima dive in head first, thank you for the lesson 👍🦘

[@rickbendi8709]

Gazrat jackson thank you! Have fun !!

[@ThedoubleDbeard69]

Will leafing over paint with a clear coat affect the longevity of the leaf? Is it safe to rough up the surface before applying? Will using the dux glue work as a finish or should/can you use clear coat? Thanks for the video! I'm thinking about doing custom work to my motorcycle!

[@rickbendi8709]

I’ve only done leaf over clear coat. When you do your bike , you can paint the tank base coat clear coat urethane. Then wet sand it with600 grit , do your leaf and art work. Then re clear the tank with urethane clear coat and it will last longer.

[@rickmunter7100]

Thanks for sharing. Appreciate your expertise. God bless.

[@jcglessner]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for the tutorial. Is this the same process one would use with platinum?

[@rickbendi8709]

Yes. It’s the same. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@fox_4270]

Is it okay not to put any clear coat? Will it scratch off? Your work is amazing!

[@rickbendi8709]

@@fox_4270 yes. You have to clear coat it. It would have no durability of weather and washing. Thank you for watching

[@billygoat1708]

Painted some flames on car hood once. Artist friend of mine convinced me to use gold leaf on the flame tips. He showed me how. He didn't use adhesive. He put alcohol on the hood and put a piece of leaf on top. The alcohol dried up and sucked the leaf flat onto the paint. Trim with a razor blade and clear over it. It has been there for 22 years and still looks great. It was a small area about 3/8" x 1". Don't know how well that would work on a large area like those numbers.

[@rickbendi8709]

That’s interesting. I like hearing different ways of doing artwork. Thanks for watching 👍

[@sniper60605]

Brother I’m from Chicago and I’m watching your tutorial and I’m like this guy sounds like he’s from Chicago too!

[@rickbendi8709]

😎northwest side. Harlem and Addison area. 16 district. I’m in the suburbs now, but I still go back for jeans and Jude’s & johnnys beef 🤪😁thanks for watching!

[@SlickWorks]

Great video! Nicely done! I cant wait to start custom painting once my shop build is complete 😃

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you! Have fun😎

[@jamiev2159]

Great tutorial!! Looks very good

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you

[@neilmendoza5264]

If I'm doing a larger surface area, can i spray clear as adhesion instead of brushing? I'm planning to use urethane paint as well since I'm doing it on a sidecar😅

[@rickbendi8709]

I’ve never sprayed the sizing. You would have to thin it out, im not sure that would be good. I always use it straight. Use a 1” fitch to brush the glue, you can cover a lot of space with that. If you do spray it, do a sample first. Good luck. Thanks for watching 😎

[@neilmendoza5264]

@@rickbendi8709 thank you for responding! I'm still new in custom painting and I mainly use urethane as it's what I've proven to be the best. My work focuses on motorcycles. It's a bit hard finding detailed tutorials like yours so it's really a great help!

[@jenssonsaul3695]

Superb! Awesome just watching talent at work!

[@rickbendi8709]

Jensson Saul thank you much!😎

[@Shadowmosesarea51]

Great video , is it possible to scuff the whole panel with 800 grit before applying the leaf and then over coating with 2K lacquer when finished

[@rickbendi8709]

Yes …you can scuff and clear the whole panel, but DONT use laquer! It will lift the enamel lettering, use urethane clear. Give it a couple coats dry, then go with the wet coat. Thanks for watching!

[@Shadowmosesarea51]

@@rickbendi8709 what about just the gold leaf ? I’m not doing any enamel work on what I’m doing you see , once the glue is dry under the gold will lacquer be ok over that?

[@rickbendi8709]

The sizing is enamel. Like a varnish. Try a sample first. I still wouldn’t do it until you’re positive. Good luck 😎

[@Shadowmosesarea51]

@@rickbendi8709 ahhh ok so I don’t use the white acrylic size I should use the enamel stuff , what lacquer would you suggest , thanks for the help buddy

[@rickbendi8709]

I’ve never used the acrylic size. And I never use lacquer. It’s to aggressive. Even urethane has to be sprayed carefully. 2 dry coats , before applying wet. Whatever you do. Try samples first. Good luck. 😎

[@stevesloan6775]

So awesome man!!! Thank you so much for sharing your top shelf skill! I’d love to do this process on a race car That’s about to be retired. So beautiful and precious… Precious!😂😂😂

[@splatbabylon]

Brilliant! Looking great!!

[@rickbendi8709]

Splat babylon thank you!

[@lewishays4372]

Awesome job

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you!!😎

[@sjsobos]

WOW Thank You for showing this! I learned a lot.

[@rickbendi8709]

Great!! Thank you for watching 😎

[@alexanderross2786]

That looks realy good!!!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@robinjohnson2747]

Great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@HvyMetal4Ever]

After seeing your work it made me realize two things. 1) It will take a lot of years and a lot of practice to get on that level 2) I wish I lived closer to where you are, so I could commission you to do some silverleaf on my motorcycle. That work is insanely great. I respect how good wasn't good enough. Adding in those extra layers made it that much better. I do have one question for you, if I may. You hand brushed on the Dux clear - Is that enough to wash, wax and buff afterward? I would be concerned about undoing all that hard work? Thanks in advance, and fantastic job.

[@rickbendi8709]

Trust me. You can’t do this. Just keep working on it. It will get there. I still screw up sometimes. But im always trying to to be the best I can be. Thank you for watching .😎

[@mattwilson5990]

Yes,...great trips...thanks for your tutorial...i have messed up scoring before...and wet sizing...grasshopper mistakes

[@rickbendi8709]

matt wilson I've done that. Even now , I have to be patient . If you think the size is to dry. That's the best time

[@carlaandharley7613]

What products would you recommend for gold leafing fretwork on a Victorian house, keeping in mind it’s always out in the weather?

[@rickbendi8709]

People do gold leafing on building’s ,but I do automotive . The process and sizing might be different.I use urethane clear if I want it to last. But there’s got to be a better way to do architectural work. try looking up gilding in architecture, they should help. I’m sorry I couldn’t be more help. Thanks for watching

[@gordonenquist36]

Thought you might bring out the mahl stick to support your hand above the gold, nope. Have you ever tried clearing with Future floor polish, its an acrylic ? That garage , if yours deserves a tour. Cheers

[@rickbendi8709]

The floor polish wouldn’t be durable enough . Thanks for watching 😎

[@thehornyewok5176]

Im doing diy leaf on a hand gun. Can I use this process. If so do you have video on chemicals/paint prep? I ask cuz when you said you put the coat you mentioned you didn't thin it. I'd like to know the thinning process

[@rickbendi8709]

I never did a gun. Im worried about durability. I would check another source for information. The clear I use is DUX quick dry sizing. I never thin it , it’s better used straight. I use it to put the leaf on and the same clear to top coat it. I hope this helps. Thanks

[@leandervandevendel6375]

Afternoon, i have to do a custom paint job on a harley, using gold leaf. Problem is, I've never done that. What brand gold leaf do you recommend for bikes?

[@chris12oman]

Dutch he stated

[@anggwapa]

Hi rick I started to search the almost 400 comments to find out the color of blue on the car?. I appreciate the tutorial -I am planning a silver leaf on my number panel on blue also. Again what color blue please. Regards

[@rickbendi8709]

I’m sorry, but I did not paint the blue on the car. But off the top of my head i would say it’s ether marina blue ( a GM color from the 60’s )or Iroc Camaro blue from the late 80’s. Look at those colors, I think ether one is a great color. And a good background. Silver leaf with a black shadow and red or light blue outline would be killer. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching 😎

[@smoochypoochies]

Excellent work! Is it possible to use Luco quick dry size as a varnish on gold leaf?

[@rickbendi8709]

I own luco brushes. I would say yes.

[@The64mob]

Looks amazing! I can’t wait to try this on my new projects

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for watching. Have fun!

[@kingcon5364]

Where can I get the supplies to do this ? Very cool I want to do my windshield wiper arms then clear coat over it.

[@rickbendi8709]

Yup can get everything on line. You better use automotive urethane clear coat on them or they won’t hold up. Thanks for watching

[@kingcon5364]

@@rickbendi8709 yes sir ! Do you have a preferred website?

[@rickbendi8709]

Call or look up , Earl Minch Co. in Woodale Illinois . They have Dux products , lettering enamel and gold leaf. They should help you. Thanks again

[@robeccs]

Wondering how durable is it after applying the dux? Can it be power washed or just hand wash after?

[@rickbendi8709]

I usually put 2 coats of clear on. Wait 24 hours in between coats. It can be waxed … but I would avoid pressure washing . I tell my clients not to pressure wash. Thank you😎

[@nonzerosum8943]

I used "variegated leaf"...as well, one word, many don't know what "Dutch gold leaf " is..no criticism just saying. Also after 50 years in biz I would use 1 Shot white with a bit of boiled linseed oil to avoid buying size in a pinch, and a white backing gives a little Xtra to brilliance. Man.. I'm retired now but spent years pinstriping and lettering race cars and Big Rig diesel trucks. Thanks good work. Paolo

[@rickbendi8709]

Thanks for the info. 👍I appreciate that❤️thanks for watching 😎

[@frankejolin4615]

Obviously with proper precaution but will this gold leaf stay on metal or is it better to do a custom engraving and then put it on whatever you're trying to Gold Leaf newbie to this and would love to learn how to properly and how to make it with stand time any advice from anyone?

[@rickbendi8709]

It will work on metal. But for durability you should spray automotive urethane clear over it. Brush clear does not have as much durability in the weather. Thanks for watching 😎

[@kylefletcher2238]

Looking to pin stripe my project car and was wondering can you use the clear coat you used then normal car clear coat over the top so you can still pressure wash the car without worrying about pealing it off?

[@rickbendi8709]

I have put the Dux varnish over my leaf , and then automotive urethane over everything. It’s all good. Although, I have never pressure washed it. 😉

[@highlandhillbillys]

Do you thin the oil base dux sizing for initial application and what do reduce with, an how much, you mentioned unthinned for clearing

[@rickbendi8709]

I NEVER thin the Dux. Use it straight. Thank you for watching 😎

[@vahidbayat4186]

Thank you. Is it possible to cover all the work by polyurethan varinish? I mean spary a layer of gloss pu all over the work job, to give it better protection and gloss sheen?

[@rickbendi8709]

It’s ok to clear everything with a automotive urethane, but no not polyurethane. Also, if you clear it with urethane, make sure you spray 3 coats very light , like a mist ,before you hit it hard. To much to fast can lift the artwork. Always try samples before doing it on original artwork. Thank you.

[@obcmkr]

Great looking job. I think your in my area. I have a old safe, looking to get lettered. Interested?

[@andrewboisvert7693]

Awesome! Thank you! Why Did you pick #77?

[@rickbendi8709]

That is what the customer wanted. Thanks for watching 😎

[@edwardjames2556]

Fantastic video. What paint are you using on your paint brush? Is it normal paint kids would use? Or is it acrylic or 2K?

[@rickbendi8709]

Edward James the paint I’m using is Ronan lettering enamel. Thinned slightly with mineral spiritual. Thanks for watching

[@mandythemechanic9206]

When the size is properly dried and the leaf application completed, do you have to do the burnish/turning immediately if you're going to, or is it ok to wait a little?

[@rickbendi8709]

You can wait. Thanks for watching

[@carfun7665]

Nice job on the numbers, looks great. Wondering what type of paint do you use for the outline of the numbers?

[@rickbendi8709]

I use Ronan lettering enamel. I thin it with mineral spirits. Thanks for watching 😎

[@signman9328]

Looks great, Rick! Helpful video. A nearby Letterhead out in Elgin. My quick dry size is Luco. Do you know if Dux is pretty similar? The only other size I've used is LeFranc slow. I haven't done a lot of gilding. Thanks for posting.

[@rickbendi8709]

Yes. Those are both good products and work the same. Thanks for watching 😎

[@Turco949]

Awesome job! Thank you for making it look much easier than it probably will be (for me). Btw, I had to watch the video twice, once for all the stuff in the garage, and the second time to actually watch your masterful work. Could you please share the links to the products you used?

[@rickbendi8709]

Turco949 Thank you, for watching, the only secret to doing this is practice. And getting a feel for the products. Have fun and good luck!!!

[@rickbendi8709]

Turco949 I get my supplies from Earl Minch co. In Wood Dale , IL. They carry everything you’ll need for the project. 😎

[@Dookylake]

Can you use imitation leafs? Thanks if you respond🙏

[@rickbendi8709]

M yes you Can use imitation leaf. The leaf I used is Dutch gold . It’s more like a foil. It works the same as 23 carat , but cheaper. The brush you use should be a lettering quil. I use a “ luco “ or a “ langnickel “ or “ French master “. All great brushes. The sizing for the leaf is “ dux “ quick dry . Hope this helps. Have fun !

[@Dookylake]

Rick Bendi 🙏 thanks 🙏

[@pengecatanmotor]

I like beautiful work greetings from Indonesia

[@rickbendi8709]

bayu airbrush thank you. From chicagoland

[@pengecatanmotor]

@@rickbendi8709 please do you see my video

[@cannibalholocaust3015]

You say Dutch Gold, I googled and found “imitation leaf” sometimes called Dutch metal. Is this the same thing essentially? Looks fantastic and great tutorial, to the point.

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you. 😎

[@rickbendi8709]

Yes

[@JMS289]

friend please I'm from Brazil what product did you use to fix the sheet in the tank?

[@rickbendi8709]

To stick the gold on the tank, I use a product called “ DUX “ QUICK DRY SIZING. Then after the gold is on , I brush a coat of clear over the gold with the same product. I never thin this product. I use it strait out of the can. I hope this helps you. Thanks for watching 👍😎

[@JMS289]

@@rickbendi8709 Thank you so much my friend for the tips

[@johnniepassmore5341]

Hi what brushes are u using... that looks absolutely fantastic

[@rickbendi8709]

Johnnie Passmore I use a grey Langnickle quill. There are browns ,and grey. The grey has the right amount of snap ,for me. Browns are softer .Brushes are numbered. ( for size ). The sizing brush was a # 12. The outliner was a #2. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

[@alyssahubbell5160]

If I want to use imitation gold leaf on my kitchen counter, how should i seal it to make sure it holds up long term?

[@rickbendi8709]

🤔I’m not quite sure. I’ve never done anything like that. Is it wood? Is it Formica? Granite? It will not hold up ,with the process I did on that car. I’m not sure if automotive clear would even hold up. I would do a test area ,no matter what you decide to do .Sorry, do some research and see what happens. Let me know 😁thanks for watching

[@jacoberdey2647]

Hi there, I will be gold leafing the name on the transom of my boat. 2 questions. 1. Can you apply varnish directly onto the gold leaf, or should I do two coats of the dux onto the leaf, then varnish? And 2. What type of product do you use for the black shadow and blue outline?? Any info would be great, I appreciate it.

[@rickbendi8709]

Jacob Erdey hi Jacob. Apply the gold leaf with the quick dry dux. Then after the leaf is applied, brush varnish the lettering with the same quick dry dux .wait 24 hours then give it a second coat. With same quick dry dux. And the shadow. ..I use Ronan lettering enamel. Thin sparingly with mineral spirits. No clear is necessary over the enamel. Hope this helps

[@jacoberdey2647]

Rick Bendi thanks! Very helpful. I will still be putting 4-5 coats of marine spar varnish over the name and whole transom after the name artwork is complete. I’m assuming the varnish will stick just fine to the dux clear coat and the lettering enamel after it’s all cured. Does that sound right to you?

[@rickbendi8709]

Jacob Erdey I’ve never done that , but I believe it would be fine. Just remember that spar varnish has a amber tint to it , so it my alter the colors you use. Good luck!😁

[@bat0110]

Is there a brush kit u suggest for getting started ?

[@rickbendi8709]

I’m not sure of a kit. Just get lettering quills no.‘s 2 ,4 , 6 , 8 , 10. That should cover most lettering jobs. I like the grey quills. They have more snap. The brown quills are softer , like for glass .get a couple of them. See if you like them. They have synthetic and real hair. I use real. Most brands are good. Langnickle, Luco , Mack, French Master. Grumbacher. Have fun. Thanks for watching

[@mikedavis3841]

That really looks good I always wondered how they did that 😎👍

[@rickbendi8709]

Thank you!

[@harrymadison8416]

Fabulous. Learned a bunch. Going to do a harley Davidson gas tank.

[@rickbendi8709]

Harry Madison Great! Put automotive clear over the gold , if you can . It will last , and look great.

[@smokeskull]

How durable is that gold? Can you apply clear coat over the top? Can you get large sheets to do a large section of metal?

[@rickbendi8709]

smoke skull the gold has to be cleared. I used a brush varnish. It’s best if you can use automotive clear. “ urethane”. I’ve never seen gold leaf sheets bigger than the one I used.

[@C_Marty9101]

Are you located near Chicago, IL? I’ve been looking for someone to do some pin striping and gold leaf work on my bike

[@rickbendi8709]

I am. Thank you, but I’m not taking any new clients. I don’t have time to do my regulars as it is. Thanks for watching 😎