Metallic TreatmentsGilded BanisterThis elegant iron banister, originally painted in white latex, was sanded, primed, and basepainted in black, as preparation for leafing in "schlagmetal", or combination gold leaf. The resulting gold surface was then antiqued with steel wool, and varnished in oil to prevent tarnishing. San Francisco, Ca. To see more gilded rails and banisters, click link below. |