Noris Blattgold

What Noris Blattgold does

Noris Blattgold GmbH is a privately held German manufacturer of gold and silver leaf products (Goldschlägerei) founded in 1876 and headquartered in Schwabach, Germany. The company operates an in-house production facility producing genuine gold leaf in 34 colors, silver leaf, edible gold and silver, shell gold (23.75 karat), gold and silver rolls and powder, and imitation metal foils, alongside a curated line of modern adhesive systems under the Kölner brand (Instacoll, Permacoll, Rapid Steinmetz, KGGG, Miniatum, Ceramic Size, Classic Caselo Farbe), traditional consumables (Poliment, Schellack, Kreide-Leime), and specialized gilding tools (agate burnishers, gilding cushions, knives, brushes).

The business serves a fragmented customer base primarily composed of professional gilders and restoration contractors, with secondary segments including food-industry buyers of edible gold/silver, interior designers and architects, and hobbyist gilders reached through workshops and courses. Its reference portfolio spans globally recognized landmarks (Statue of Liberty, Palace of Versailles, Catherine Palace, Victory Column Berlin, Schwerin Castle, Matrimandir Auroville) and luxury hospitality and automotive projects (Dubai Palm Island Kempinski, VW Beetle restoration).

Revenue mechanics are diversified across three channels: (1) a global e-commerce storefront (noris-blattgold.shop) and direct sales from the Schwabach HQ for SMB and individual buyers, (2) enterprise/direct sales for restoration and large projects, and (3) paid in-person workshops and professional gilding courses (€199–€549 per attendee) led by master gilder Lara Haferung. The company operates as a family-owned GmbH under Managing Director Armin Haferung, with no parent company, no subsidiaries, no external funding, and no disclosed revenue. Its geographic footprint is concentrated in DACH with secondary activity in Western and Southeastern Europe (France, Italy, Spain, Croatia), supported by a six-language website (German, English, French, Croatian, Italian, Spanish).

Name

Noris Blattgold

Legal name

Noris-Blattgold GmbH

Website

https://noris-blattgold.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1876

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Noris Blattgold GmbH, founded in 1876 in Schwabach, Germany, manufactures genuine gold and silver leaf (34 gold colors), Kölner adhesive systems, and gilding tools for professional restorers, architects, food industry buyers, and hobbyists, distributing via e-commerce, direct sales, and workshops.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Metal Leaf Manufacturing (Gold & Silver Leaf / Gilding Materials)

NAICS

Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing (339910)

SIC

Jewelry, Precious Metal (3911)

akta.pro primary industry

Fine Jewelry Manufacturing (Precious Metals & Gem-Set) (CRAKAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Beading & Jewelry-Making Supplies Retail (CRALACAE)

Keywords

• Gold leaf manufacturing
• Silver leaf gilding
• Gilding adhesives
• Edible gold leaf
• Gilding workshops

Headquarters

HQ city

Schwabach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Noris Blattgold manufactures and sells authentic gold leaf (Blattgold) and silver leaf (Blattsilber), along with edible gold/silver, gold/silver rolls, powders, shell gold, and imitation metal foils. The portfolio also includes the Kölner modern adhesive systems (Instacoll, Permacoll, KGGG, Miniatum, Ceramic Size), traditional gilding consumables (poliment, chalk adhesives, shellac), professional gilding tools, and hands-on gilding workshops and professional courses delivered at the Schwabach site.

Product overview

Noris Blattgold GmbH is a traditional gold leaf manufacturing company established in 1876, based in Schwabach, Germany. The company operates its own in-house production facility and offers a comprehensive portfolio of genuine gold and silver leaf products across multiple formats (loose leaf, rolls, powder, shell gold), complemented by the Kölner product line of modern adhesive systems for contemporary gilding applications. The product portfolio also includes traditional consumables (poliment, adhesives, shellac, chalk adhesives), professional gilding tools (agate burnishers, cushions, knives, brushes), and edible gold/silver products for the food industry. The company positions itself as a full-service provider for gilders with the motto 'Alles für Vergolder' (Everything for Gilders), additionally offering educational services through workshops and professional gilding courses conducted at their Schwabach facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kölner Produkte: A product line of professional gilding materials and systems including Instacoll-System, Rapid Steinmetz, KGGG-System, Permacoll, Miniatum, Ceramic Size, and Classic Caselo Farbe.

Products and services

• Blattgold (Gold Leaf) Authentic in-house manufactured gold leaf in 34 different colors; the flagship product of Noris Blattgold and produced at the Schwabach facility since 1876. Sold to professional gilders, restoration specialists, and hobbyists through the company shop and direct sales.
• Blattsilber (Silver Leaf) Genuine silver leaf for gilding applications, sold alongside the gold leaf range for restoration, decorative, and artistic work.
• Food Gold Silber (Edible Gold and Silver) Food-grade gold and silver leaf, flakes, powder, and accessories for culinary decoration; sold to bakeries, confectioners, restaurants, and food manufacturers.
• Rollengold & Rollensilber (Gold and Silver Rolls) Continuous gold and silver leaf rolls in 8 colors for larger surface gilding applications such as interior panels, ceilings, and architectural elements.
• Pudergold (Gold Powder) and Muschelgold (Shell Gold) Gold and silver powders in 7 colors and Muschelgold (shell gold) at 23.75 karat purity for fine art, restoration, and decorative painting.
• Schlagmetall (Imitation Metal Foil) Imitation metal foils including aluminum leaf, copper leaf, and oxidation metals for decorative and industrial use where genuine precious metals are not required.
• Instacoll-System (Modern Gilding Adhesive) Water-based, fast-drying Kölner adhesive system for gold leaf application supporting matte and brilliant gilding effects; flagship of the Kölner modern adhesive line.
• Permacoll (Permanent Gilding Adhesive) Permanent Kölner adhesive for durable gold leaf bonding on interior and exterior substrates.
• Rapid Steinmetz (Quick-setting Stone Masonry Adhesive) Kölner quick-setting adhesive formulated for gilding on stone and masonry surfaces.
• KGGG-System (Kölner Gilding System) Kölner gilding system for specific professional application requirements, complementing the Instacoll and Permacoll lines.
• Miniatum (Calligraphy and Lettering Adhesive) Kölner adhesive designed for fine calligraphy on paper and gilding of lettering, including illuminated manuscript work.
• Ceramic Size (Adhesive for Ceramic Gilding) Kölner adhesive specifically formulated for gold leaf application onto ceramic surfaces.
• Classic Caselo Farbe (Kölner Color System) Kölner color system used together with the Instacoll system for creative and decorative gilding designs.
• Poliment (Bole) Traditional bole/gesso ground preparation for water gilding; sold as a standalone consumable for traditional gilders.
• Klebemittel (Traditional Adhesives) Traditional adhesive ranges for gold leaf application, including formulations for water and oil gilding workflows.
• Kreide-Leime (Chalk Adhesives) Chalk-based adhesive preparations for traditional gilding ground layers used in water gilding.
• Schellack (Shellac Sealers and Finishes) Shellac-based sealers and finishes for protecting gilded surfaces.
• Achatpoliersteine (Agate Burnishers) Agate polishing stones used by gilders to burnish gold leaf to a high shine on bole grounds.
• Vergolderkissen (Gilding Cushions) Leather gilding cushions for handling and cutting gold leaf during leaf gilding workflows.
• Vergoldermesser (Gilding Knives) Professional gilding knives for cutting and handling gold leaf on the cushion.
• Pinsel (Gilding Brushes) Professional gilding brushes for laying down leaf and applying adhesives in gilding workflows.
• Gilding Workshops Hands-on workshops at the Schwabach facility teaching creative gilding techniques, Kölner product applications, Kintsugi combined with calligraphy, and modern gilding methods. Conducted by master gilder Lara Haferung. Examples: Workshop 1 (Creative Gilding, €199, 24.04.2026) and Workshop 2 (Kintsugi meets Calligraphy, 25.04.2026); combined participation €350.
• Professional Gilding Courses (Vergolderkurs) Professional gilding courses covering modern and traditional leaf gilding techniques using Kölner Instacoll and Permacoll systems, suitable for beginners and experienced gilders. Example: Modern Leaf Gilding courses priced at €295 per course (13.11.2026 / 14.11.2026) and €549 for both courses combined.

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ItalGold: Italian producer of gold leaf and related gilding materials for professional restorers and decorators. Direct European peer with similar product range and craft-restoration customer orientation.
• August Rühl: Historically a German gilder and gold-leaf trade house; representative of the small pool of German and European artisanal gold-leaf specialists competing in the same craft-supply niche as Noris Blattgold.
• Heimerle + Meule: German precious-metals refinery and manufacturer headquartered in Pforzheim producing gold, silver, and platinum products for jewelry, dental, and industrial customers. Comparable in German heritage, precious-metals processing capability, and B2B precious-metals supply role.
• AUROGEN: Italian gold leaf and precious-metals product manufacturer supplying leaf, powder, and shell gold for restoration and decorative arts. Comparable European specialist competitor with overlap in product format and customer base.
• Danziger Gold Leaf: North American gold and silver leaf manufacturer supplying loose leaf, rolls, and gilding materials to restoration, signage, and craft markets. Closely comparable product set and customer base to Noris's professional gilder segment.
• Wuthrich & Beck (W&B Gold Leaf): US-based gold and silver leaf manufacturer producing loose leaf, rolls, and gilding supplies for restoration and decorative markets. Direct competitor to Noris in the Western gold-leaf trade, with a comparable product portfolio spanning leaf, adhesives, and tools.

Broad incumbents

• Schlenk: German manufacturer of metallic pigments and foil products for industrial and decorative applications. Overlaps with Noris in metallic-effect materials, particularly brass, copper, and aluminum leaf/foil sold into art and decoration channels.
• Eckart (Altana division): German-headquartered global manufacturer of metallic pigments and effect materials for coatings, cosmetics, and gilding substitutes. Competes with Noris in the broader decorative metallics space, especially via imitation Schlagmetall-style products.
• Metalor Technologies: Swiss-headquartered global precious-metals refiner and manufacturer serving jewelry, electronics, and decorative applications. Operates at much larger scale across multiple precious-metals end-markets that overlap with Noris's gold-leaf supply role.
• Manhattan Gold & Silver: US precious-metals refiner and bullion dealer with downstream precious-metals product lines. Overlaps with Noris in precious-metals processing and supply, though more weighted toward refining and bullion than finished leaf products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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