London's Old Bailey - Gold Leaf in Architecture
- by Vicky Stubbs
✨GOLD LEAF IN ARCHITECTURE✨The gold lettering on London's Old Bailey demonstrates why genuine gold leaf remains the preferred choice for prestigious architectural lettering.At Wrights of Lymm Ltd, we have been supplying genuine gold leaf since 1840, providing professional gilders, signwriters and restoration specialists with a wide range of gold leaf...
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Mindful Memorials featuring Wrights of Lymm
- by Vicky Stubbs
With family roots in stonemasonry stretching back to the early 1900s, their story began with Henry Rotherham, who worked on churches and cathedrals across the North of England. His son, Joseph, carried that tradition forward, establishing a memorial masonry business in the 1950s. Today, that heritage continues through Mindful Memorials,...
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Gold Leaf Golden Dome Architecture
- by Vicky Stubbs
✨ A Golden Masterpiece of Architecture ✨The magnificent golden domes, ornate decorative features and beautifully gilded architectural details create a striking contrast against the white stonework and clear blue sky.Gold leaf has adorned some of the world's most magnificent buildings for centuries, bringing warmth, brilliance and a sense of grandeur...
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How to clean and store signwriting brushes
- by Jake Williams
A signwriting brush needs to keep its shape and release paint predictably. Cleaning it between jobs is part of keeping that control. We recommend choosing your cleaning method according to both the paint and the brush. A natural-hair quill used with oil based enamel needs a different routine from a...
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Nazionale Veriegated Leaf | Wrights of Lymm
- by Vicky Stubbs
✨ Colour. Character. Creativity. ✨Turn ordinary surfaces into striking statement pieces with Nazionale Variegated Leaf from Wrights of Lymm.This Italian imitation metal leaf combines rich metallic tones with distinctive multicoloured patterns—perfect for adding depth and individuality to artwork, picture frames, furniture and interior décor.Each sheet has its own character, giving...
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One Shot or Wright-it: which signwriting enamel should I use?
- by Jake Williams
One Shot and Wright-it both belong on the shortlist when you are choosing a gloss signwriting enamel. We stock both, and the most useful choice depends on your project, the colour you need and the paint system you prefer to work with. We would start with those practical questions before...
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Traditional Gilded Wooden Carvings with Gold Leaf
- by Jake Williams
A stunning pair of traditional gilded wooden carvings from a historic Straits Chinese residence. Adorned with delicate floral vase motifs and beautifully highlighted in gold leaf, these intricate carvings celebrate the rich heritage of Peranakan craftsmanship. Dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, they reflect the elegance, artistry...
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Kölner Instacoll System for Professional Gilding
- by Jake Williams
Looking for a brilliant, high-shine gilded finish without the need for traditional burnishing? The Kölner Instacoll System is a popular choice with professional gilders for creating striking, mirror-like results on a wide range of surfaces. At Wrights of Lymm, we stock Kölner Instacoll alongside a wide range of other Kölner...
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