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Bright Nickel Chrome Plating

• Most common of the decorative finishes
• Combination of plating involving base coatings of nickel or copper and nickel, and a final outer layer of chrome
• Applications: automotive parts, store fixtures, furniture, tools

Nickel Plating

• One of the most commonly plated metals, nickel is often applied over copper and under chrome plating for decorative finishes
• A hard, reflective surface, which provides resistance to wear and can be soldered
• As nickel is not very ductile or cannot easily be stretched, parts should ideally be formed into their final shape before plating
• Applications: automotive parts, furniture, fireplace frames and doors

Gold Plating

• Premium quality alternative to brass decorative finish as gold does not tarnish
• The 24K gold solution is hardened with nickel content in a specially formulated bath
• Applications: fireplace frames and doors, bathroom fixtures, exclusive furniture

Brass Plating

• Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc
• Commonly used for decorative purposes, a thin plating is applied over bright nickel or other plating. Heavier coatings can be buffed to a bright smooth finish
• Applications: fireplace frames and doors, lighting fixtures, furniture

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