About the role
Foliators are specialists in applying foil to various surfaces, such as vehicles, shop windows, and buildings. They often work within the advertising and sign industry and can be self-taught or have undergone profession-specific courses. Their work contributes to visual marketing and protection of surfaces.Responsibilities
The responsibilities of foliators include carefully cleaning surfaces, measuring and cutting the foil, and applying the foil without bubbles or wrinkles. They must also be able to remove old foil without damaging the substrate. Quality control and customer service are important parts of the job.Skills and tools
Foliators need good hand-eye coordination, precision, and a sense of aesthetics. They use tools such as scrapers, knives, heat guns, and cutting machines. Knowledge about different materials and adhesive techniques is also central to the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are foliering/wrapping, foliering and film.