Chrome Plating
Copper, nickel and chrome with hand polishing between layers, for parts that need a bright, lasting shine.
View in ConwayFixtures, hardware, lamps, tools and family pieces around Conway can be stripped, repaired and plated until they look right again. We have been finishing metal since 1989, and every job carries a 12 month workmanship guarantee. Bring us the pieces that matter most.
College town charm and family homes, done in brass and nickel.
Conway is home to Hendrix College, the University of Central Arkansas and the older neighborhoods that grew up around them. Many houses there have original brass door hardware, glass knobs and light fixtures that still work but have lost their finish.
Along the river, boaters and anglers near Toad Suck Park bring us rail fittings, cleats and hardware. Conway's growing business side, with offices, shops and restaurants, adds plenty of fixtures and trim that want a matching finish, and we can plate them as one set.
Getting started is easy. A few clear photos and a short description tell us most of what we need. We answer with what we see and a written quote, and you can take all the time you need before deciding on anything.
Requests from Conway include brass and nickel for older homes, chrome for bath and kitchen hardware, polishing for pieces that have dulled, 24k gold for accents, and powder coating for railings, furniture and outdoor fixtures.
Copper, nickel and chrome with hand polishing between layers, for parts that need a bright, lasting shine.
View in ConwayAn even nickel layer applied without electric current, so threads, bores and complex shapes get the same coverage.
View ServiceA warm decorative finish or a smooth underplate before nickel, chrome or paint.
View in ConwayClassic gold tone for fixtures, hardware and decor, sealed to keep its color.
View in ConwayReal 24k gold over a polished nickel base for fixtures, emblems and decorative pieces.
View ServiceBright or satin nickel that protects steel and brass and gives a soft silver tone.
View ServiceSilver for flatware, serving pieces, instruments and heirlooms that deserve to shine again.
View ServiceHand applied aged finishes like oil rubbed bronze and antique brass, sealed to last.
View ServiceLamps, door hardware, mirrors and keepsakes stripped, repaired and refinished.
View ServiceA tough baked on color coat for frames, furniture, railings and equipment.
View ServiceTrim, emblems, knobs and small parts brought back to original condition or better.
View ServiceCleats, rails, hawse pipes and fittings restored to stand up to salt air again.
View ServiceMass finishing that deburrs and smooths large runs of small parts evenly.
View ServiceWorn, bent or broken metal pieces repaired and rebuilt before they are refinished.
View ServiceHand buffing to a mirror, satin or brushed look, with or without plating after.
View ServiceQuality metal deserves a second chapter.
Solid hardware often outlasts its finish. A brass hinge or a bronze lamp base can be fifty years old and still sound underneath. We strip the old surface, repair dents and pits, and build up fresh layers so the finish looks right and lasts.
Central Arkansas has hot summers, wet springs and plenty of humidity. That is hard on anything outside, so we talk through coatings built for weather. For indoor pieces, a sample or a photo of the room helps us choose a match.
Not sure what your part needs? Send us a photo.
We'll tell you what the metal is, what it takes to bring it back and what it costs. A written quote usually comes back within 24 business hours, and there's no obligation.
Here is how Conway customers send parts, step by step, with the quote always first.
Send photos of every part with a short description. We reply with a written quote and a lead time, usually the same business day. Never ship before you have a quote number.
Wrap each piece individually, keep metal from touching metal, and use at least three inches of padding on every side. Double box long trim and bumpers.
Ship with any carrier, insure the box for what the parts are worth to you, and email us the tracking number so we know it is on the way.
We send photos when the work is done. Once you approve and pay, your parts go back to you packed the same careful way.
Metal Finishing Gallery
A look at recent work from our Oceanside shop: plated hardware, lighting, hospitality and casino pieces, marine fittings and industrial parts.
From custom builders to industrial manufacturers, our clients trust us to deliver the same result every time.
One shop, one set of tanks and one inspection standard. Every part from Conway is plated in this building.
Southern California's metal plating and finishing shop since 1989.
Our shop is in Oceanside, California, and Conway customers send parts by ground carrier. When Conway boxes go out, wrap parts one at a time, insure them and email the tracking number. Ground usually takes 3 to 5 days, and finished work is returned insured.
Frequently Asked Questions
What people in Conway and central Arkansas ask us.
Usually yes. We strip the old lacquer or plating, repair pits and polish the brass, then seal it or leave it for natural aging. Send photos, and tell us if the set must match other hardware in the house.
Yes. Bells, plaques and trophies in brass, bronze or silver plate can be cleaned, polished and plated again. We check the base metal first and tell you what finish will look best and hold up over time.
Take off what you can. Glass, shades, wood handles and electrical parts should not go into the plating tanks, and bulbs and wiring should stay home. If something cannot be separated, send photos and we advise you on what is possible.
Rinse it with fresh water after use, dry it and wipe on a light coat of wax now and then. Sun, humidity and lake grime are the usual enemies. We explain care when we send your order back.
Either way works. Many customers start with one or two pieces to see the result, then send more. If you have a full set, sending it together helps us match every piece, and one quote keeps things simple.
Not at all. Most of what comes through our door is home and business hardware: faucets, light fixtures, door handles, cabinet pulls, railings and decorative pieces. We also work for hotels, restaurants, boat owners and manufacturers.
Tell us what the part is, roughly how big it is, how many pieces you have and the finish you're after. If you know the metal, mention it. If not, that's fine. We can usually tell from the photos.
Every part is quoted on its own. The biggest factors are condition, the base metal, size and shape, the finish you choose and how many pieces you send. A part with deep pits or broken spots takes more work before it can be plated.