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Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist

icon building Company : Restoration Hardware
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Job Description - Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist

Description

RH is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist to join our Dennis & Leen/Formations Workshop in Torrance, CA. This role is essential to the creation of handcrafted furniture pieces that embody the artistry and heritage of classical design. The Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist applies genuine gold leaf to wood furniture using traditional gilding methods to achieve historically inspired and visually stunning finishes. In this role, you bring an expert understanding of surface preparation, precision application, and decorative finishing, creating pieces that reflect enduring beauty, craftsmanship, and quality.







YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES



  • Apply genuine gold leaf to wood furniture surfaces using traditional water gilding, oil gilding, or surface gilding techniques

  • Prepare surfaces through sanding, sealing, and layering gesso and bole for proper adhesion and finish quality

  • Handle and lay gold leaf with precision to achieve smooth, consistent coverage or intentional antique effects

  • Burnish, tone, and distress gold leaf finishes to align with antique-style and historically inspired aesthetics

  • Collaborate with designers and finishers to ensure gilding complements the overall vision and design intent

  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace and follow safety and material handling protocols

  • Inspect finished pieces to confirm quality, consistency, and adherence to design specifications




OUR REQUIREMENTS



  • 3+ years of experience in gold leaf application, gilding, or decorative finishing

  • Proficiency in water gilding, oil gilding, and surface gilding methods using genuine gold leaf

  • Skilled in applying gesso, bole, and sealers to create optimal surface conditions for adhesion

  • Experience using agate burnishers, brushes, and toning agents to adjust sheen and depth of gold finishes

  • Knowledge of distressing, aging, and patina techniques to replicate antique or historically accurate finishes

  • Strong artistic judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to craftsmanship

  • Background in fine arts, restoration, or high-end furniture finishing preferred

  • Experience in luxury or custom furniture production preferred

  • Familiarity with complementary decorative techniques such as verre églomisé, stenciling, or hand painting preferred

  • Portfolio or examples of previous gilding or decorative finishing work strongly preferred




PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS



  • Handles and moves furniture components weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs. with assistance

  • Performs detailed visual and tactile analysis to ensure finish quality, color consistency, and surface precision

  • Stands, bends, and performs fine, repetitive hand movements for extended periods in a workshop environment

  • Works in areas with exposure to dust, noise, and finishing materials while adhering to safety and PPE standards

  • Uses hand and finishing tools requiring manual dexterity, control, and concentration









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