Definitions for "Leafing"
The positioning and concentration of metal flakes in a metallic paint.
Ability of flat pigments to align themselves more or less parallel with the coated surface. This property produces a reflective appearance of the film.
The ability of an aluminum or gold bronze paint to exhibit a brilliant or silvery appearance. Good leafing is caused by using treated or coated pigments along with suitable bronzing liquids.
(botany) the process of forming leaves