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Water Based Size | Dux 8oz


Dux Water-Based Size is a water-based gilding adhesive and sizing specifically designed for interior leaf projects requiring extended tackiness. Ready for leaf application just 25 minutes after being applied to your desired surface, this size maintains its tackiness for an impressive 24 to 36 hours. Its mild odor and non-flammable nature make it a safer and more dependable alternative to traditional oil-based sizes. Designed for use at full strength, Dux Water-Based Size should not be diluted. Upon curing, it forms a durable surface, and if there is expected contact with the gilded surface, sealing is recommended.


$19.95

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Product Samples

Please note that colors may vary depending on computer and mobile screen color settings. While we do not provide color samples, we do offer small 2oz RTS bottles and 1.5oz metal flake jars for purchase. We strongly advise buying a small amount before starting a large project to ensure the color meets your expectations.

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While all our dry goods products can be shipped by plane, it's important to note that hazardous products such as paint are not permitted for air shipment.

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Delivery times vary: within the United States, expect delivery within 2 to 5 days; to Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, delivery takes approximately 10 to 16 days; for other countries, delivery may take 15 to 25 days.

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  • Usage Guidelines

    Preparation: Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of dust or debris. Stir the Dux Water-Based Size thoroughly before use.

    Application: Apply the size evenly to the desired surface using a brush or roller. Allow the size to dry for approximately 25 minutes until it reaches the appropriate tackiness for leaf application.

    Gilding: Carefully apply the leaf to the tacky surface, using a soft brush to smooth it out and ensure proper adhesion. Overlap edges if necessary to ensure full coverage.

    Drying and Curing: The size will remain tacky for 24 to 36 hours, providing ample time to complete your gilding project. Allow the size to cure completely.

    Sealing: If there is expected contact with the gilded surface, apply a suitable sealer to protect and preserve the gilded finish.

    Storage: Store any unused size in a cool, dry place to maintain its efficacy and prevent contamination.

  • Key Features

    Quick Leaf-Ready Time: Ready for leaf application in just 25 minutes.

    Extended Tack Time: Maintains tackiness for 24 to 36 hours.

    Mild Odor: Less intrusive, making for a more pleasant working environment.

    Non-Flammable: Safer alternative to oil-based sizes.

    Full Strength Use: Designed to be used without dilution for optimal performance.

    Durable Surface: Forms a strong and lasting surface when cured.

    Interior Projects: Ideal for interior gilding projects requiring extended work times.

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Water Based Size | Dux 8oz - Tropical Glitz

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Looks and sprays out great looks killer over other colors

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Dux Quick Dry Oil Size
John Underdown

Works perfect, allow at least 55 minutes to flash off.

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Caribbean Blue
Danny Martin

Great color

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Purple Royale Dark
Stephen Schaeffer
Way to nice for a dirt car

Wanted a nice looking race car because I know I will be slow. I have a lot of compliments from family and friends. The paint looks good.

Showed up quick

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Mutant Ooze Neon Paint
Andrew Saffelle

Pretty good for that color any color like that is hard to cover

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Seductive Red
Christopher lembke
Seductive red 77 shovelhead

Perfect color to get two tones out of on the same bike park black part silver

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Used this to start painting accent pieces on my car. Definitely great product at an affordable price point!

Love it

Great product love using in my fishing lures

Love it

Although I can’t really spray it thru my airbrush the color and quality of your flakes is amazing

Excellent

Good stuff

I have never painted a car before. I ended up choosing seductive blue and this stuff is so easy to work with.

They even gave me a sticker!

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Bahama Breeze
Daniel Stevens
Great product

Great product and fast shipping.

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Snow White
Walls David
David walls

Love the pants great stuff

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Purple Royale Metal Flake
Richard Lieberg

Not pleased with this batch. Last time I ordered it the flakes were a lot more vibrant.

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Rootbeer Lollipop
Robert Burtis
nice colors

I have not used it yet

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Seductive Cherry
Todd Buckles

Great paint and covers fast and dries fast. Works great on my models and great colors

Flakes in a can

It's not terrible. Definitely need to do a couple coats, I know you won't get big pieces of flakes since its coming out of a can nozzle. Im pretty satisfied with the results. First time using metal flakes aswell.

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Seductive Red
Hugo Maldonado

Color looks great with or without clear coat 👍

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Black Cherry Candy
Lance Brake
Harley fender

The color was dynamic/darker primer worked better for my application but if you want Brite use a lighter primer color

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Snow White
Harrison Chandler
True white

This is probably the best white that I have used. Absolutely insane coverage even on the first coat. It will definitely be my go to white from now on. Thanks TG.

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Sandbar
Danny Robles

Thank you for matching my color

Excellent brush

Excellent brush, excellent service. Brush cuts clean lines. Little to no stray hair prep. Fantastic out of the box.

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Luscious Orange
Richard Smith
Perfect paint

Sprays and lays great

An absolute gorgeous color

Water Based Size | Dux 8oz - Tropical Glitz
Tropical Glitz

Water Based Size | Dux 8oz

$19.95

Dux Water-Based Size is a water-based gilding adhesive and sizing specifically designed for interior leaf projects requiring extended tackiness. Ready for leaf application just 25 minutes after being applied to your desired surface, this size maintains its tackiness for an impressive 24 to 36 hours. Its mild odor and non-flammable nature make it a safer and more dependable alternative to traditional oil-based sizes. Designed for use at full strength, Dux Water-Based Size should not be diluted. Upon curing, it forms a durable surface, and if there is expected contact with the gilded surface, sealing is recommended.

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