Lightweight, Flexible Gold Mirror for Warm, Specular Reflection
The Rosco #3814 Thin Mirror Gold is a high-performance reflective material that delivers vivid, warm-toned reflections in a lightweight, flexible format. Designed for film, photography, theatrical, and scenic applications, this gold mirror surface provides a strong specular bounce with a rich golden hue — perfect for enhancing skin tones, creating warm highlights, or simulating sunlight.
Key Features
🌟 Warm-Toned Specular Reflection
Produces clear, mirror-like reflections with a golden tint, ideal for simulating sunlight or enhancing warmth in skin tones.
🧵 Ultra-Thin & Flexible
Constructed from lightweight polyester, this mirror material can be cut, mounted, or draped to suit various setups — perfect for mobile rigs and scenic use.
🛠️ Versatile for Set and Studio
Easily attached to flats, foamcore, reflectors, or custom frames. Great for creative lighting setups or background effects.
🎥 Film, Photo & Stage-Ready
A favorite among cinematographers, photographers, and set designers for its ability to bring warmth and brilliance to reflected light.
Technical Specifications
- Product Code: 3814
- Finish: Thin Mirror – Gold
- Material: Metallized polyester film
- Reflectivity: High (specular with gold tone)
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Available Sizes:
- Sheets: 50 cm x 61 cm (20" x 24")
- Rolls: Up to 122 cm (48") wide
Applications
- Portrait and fashion photography lighting
- Reflecting warm highlights in film & television
- Scenic and theatrical design elements
- Background effects or simulated reflections
- Product shoots needing gold-tone accents
Note: Avoid creasing the surface to maintain optimal reflectivity. For best results, mount flat or under slight tension.
Available Sizes (Reference)
| Format | Imperial Size | Metric Size |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Sheet | 20 in × 24 in | 508 mm × 610 mm |
| Standard Roll | 48 in × 25 ft | 1.22 m × 7.62 m |
| Wide Roll (selected materials) | 60 in × 20 ft | 1.52 m × 6.10 m |
Exact availability varies depending on the Cinegel material and colour.
Rosco Cinegel Lighting Filters
Rosco Cinegel is a professional range of lighting filters used in film, television, photography and video to colour, correct, diffuse and control light.
Cinegel is especially popular for studio lighting, location shoots, overhead frames, butterflies and grip setups where cinematographers need reliable tools to shape and modify light.
- Wide range of correction, diffusion and effects materials
- Designed for cinematography and professional lighting
- Used worldwide in film, TV and photography
- Trusted by gaffers and lighting technicians
What Cinegel is used for
- Colour correction for tungsten, daylight and mixed lighting
- Diffusion and softening of lighting fixtures
- Neutral density and exposure control
- Camera colour calibration (CalColor system)
- Lighting control in film, TV and photography
- Butterflies, overhead frames and large lighting setups
Want to Test Filters Before Ordering Full Sheets?
If you'd like to compare Cinegel materials before committing to larger sheets or rolls, Rosco offers compact reference products commonly used by cinematographers and lighting technicians.
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Cinegel Swatchbook – a compact reference with real Cinegel samples for previewing colour correction, diffusion and effects filters.
View the Cinegel Swatchbook -
Cinegel Sampler Kit – a curated selection of commonly used Cinegel materials for hands-on testing with lighting fixtures.
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Colour Correction Kit – a practical tester kit containing commonly used colour correction filters such as CTO, CTB and other correction materials.
View the Colour Correction Kit
Learn More About Colour Correction Filters
If you’re unsure which colour correction filter to use, our guide explains the differences between CTO, CTB, colour temperature correction and other commonly used lighting filters.
Protection for High Heat Fixtures
Lighting filters installed in high-output fixtures may degrade faster when exposed to excessive heat.
Use Rosco Super Heatshield 1991 where additional heat protection is required to extend filter life.
UV Protection for Lighting Filters
Lighting filters exposed to ultraviolet light sources or prolonged UV exposure may fade or degrade over time.
For filters exposed to UV sources, consider adding R3114 Tough UV Filter to provide additional protection.
Installation Tips
- Install filters securely using clips, frames or holders.
- Avoid placing filters directly against hot lamps.
- Allow airflow around lighting fixtures where possible.
- Replace filters if colour shift, heat damage or warping becomes visible.
Cautions & Disclaimer
- Lighting filters may degrade over time depending on heat, fixture type and light intensity.
- Always monitor filters installed in high-output fixtures.
- Use appropriate heat or UV protection where necessary.
All technical data, recommendations and service are accurate to the best of our knowledge. Rosco assumes no responsibility for results obtained or damage incurred from use since method of application and use are beyond our control.
