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Decorative interior picture frame finished with Guild Lane GILD Silver metallic enamel paint.
Guild Lane GILD Originals Silver metallic enamel paint for furniture, crafts and decorative interior projects.
Guild Lane GILD Silver metallic paint used to highlight decorative detail on painted frame.
Guild Lane GILD Originals Silver metallic enamel paint for furniture, crafts and decorative interior projects.
Guild Lane GILD Originals Silver metallic enamel paint for furniture, crafts and decorative interior projects.
Guild Lane GILD Originals Silver metallic enamel paint smudge.
Guild Lane GILD Silver metallic paint used to add silver detailing to handcrafted ceramic coasters.
Decorative ceiling rose painted in five Guild Lane GILD metallic finishes: Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Copper and Rose Gold.
Open jars of Guild Lane Original GILD metallic paint in Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Copper and Rose Gold.
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Silver Metallic Paint – Guild Lane GILD Originals | Interior Gilding Enamel

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Love the look of traditional silver leaf but not the sticky size, fly-away sheets of leaf and all the extra time and faff?

Guild Lane GILD Originals Silver gives you a beautiful polished-metal look straight from the pot — without the fuss of traditional gilding.

British-made and wonderfully easy to use, this water-based metallic enamel is packed with high-quality metallic pigments to create a smooth, lustrous and non-tarnishing finish.

GILD Silver is bright and elegant, with shimmering white highlights and soft pale-grey shadows that give it the appearance of freshly polished metal.

It's one of my favourite ways to add those all-important finishing touches to a project. Use it to highlight carved furniture details, transform frames and decorative objects, update metal hardware, edge ceramic coasters and serving trays or add a beautiful metallic accent wherever your project needs a little something extra.

And because there's no specialist gilding equipment or adhesive required, it's equally suitable for experienced furniture artists and anyone simply wanting to get creative at home.

Why You'll Love GILD Silver

  • Beautiful polished silver metallic finish

  • High-quality metallic pigments for authentic depth

  • Smooth, buildable coverage

  • Self-levelling formula

  • Durable once fully cured

  • Non-tarnishing

  • Water based

  • Low odour and low VOC

  • Quick drying

  • Easy to apply with a brush, roller or sponge

  • Made in the UK

  • Designed for interior use

What Can I Use It On?

GILD Originals can be used on a surprisingly wide range of properly prepared interior surfaces, including:

  • Metal

  • Glass

  • Glazed ceramic

  • Plastic

  • Polished stone

  • Sealed wood

  • Primed wood

  • Primed plaster

  • Primed canvas

  • Resin

  • Other suitably primed or sealed surfaces

For best results, your surface should be clean, dry and properly prepared.

Raw or porous wood should be sealed or primed before painting. Very smooth, glossy or non-porous surfaces may benefit from light sanding or a suitable primer to help with adhesion.

Perfect For

Try GILD Silver for:

  • Highlighting carved furniture details and mouldings

  • Updating vintage handles and hardware

  • Picture and mirror frames

  • Ceramic coasters and decorative ceramics

  • Wooden serving trays

  • Vases and decorative glass

  • Figurines and ornaments

  • Signs and lettering

  • Decorative craft projects

  • Adding metallic highlights to painted furniture

A little really can make all the difference — it's all in the detail.

How to Use

Stir thoroughly before every use to distribute the metallic pigments evenly.

Apply in thin, even coats using a good-quality brush, fine roller or sponge and allow the paint to self-level.

For smaller projects, fine details and those all-important finishing touches, my Artist's Brush Set is ideal for applying GILD. [Link to Artist's Brushes →]

One coat provides good coverage, but two thin coats are recommended for the smoothest, richest and most refined metallic finish. Allow the first coat to dry before applying the second.

GILD can also be layered to create greater depth and texture, or used with stippling and blending techniques to create different decorative effects.

Always test your colour and finish on a small or inconspicuous area before beginning your project.

Drying & Curing

  • Touch dry: approximately 30 minutes

  • Ready to recoat: approximately 1 hour

  • Fully cured: approximately 21 days

Allow the finish to cure fully before subjecting it to regular or heavier handling.

Coverage

A little GILD goes a surprisingly long way:

  • 30ml: up to 1m²

  • 60ml: up to 2m²

Actual coverage will vary depending on the texture, porosity and preparation of your surface.

Cleaning Your Brushes

Clean brushes and tools promptly after use with warm water and mild soap.

Extra Protection

GILD Originals creates a durable finish once fully cured and doesn't normally require additional protection for decorative interior use.

For frequently handled surfaces or projects requiring extra durability, apply a suitable compatible varnish or clear topcoat. Always test first.

Mix Your Own Metallic Shade

Fancy experimenting?

All GILD colours can be mixed together to create your own custom metallic shades. Start with small amounts, mix thoroughly and make a note of your proportions if you'd like to recreate the colour later.

The GILD Originals Collection

GILD Originals are available in five beautiful metallic shades:

Silver | Bronze | Champagne | Copper | Rose Gold

Each offers the same easy-to-use, buildable metallic finish, so you can choose the perfect shade for your project — or mix them to create something completely your own.