Chrome Plating
Copper, nickel and chrome with hand polishing between layers, for parts that need a bright, lasting shine.
View in Newport BeachWe take care of metal plating for Newport Beach boat owners, yacht crews, waterfront homeowners and restaurants who ship to our Oceanside shop. Marine hardware, fixtures and home pieces return stripped, plated and insured.
One of the biggest small boat harbors on the West Coast.
Newport Harbor holds thousands of boats, from small sailboats to large yachts, and it is surrounded by Balboa Island, Lido Isle and some of the most valuable waterfront homes in California. That much salt water and sea air means hardware works hard here, on decks, docks and every outdoor fixture by the bay.
Newport Beach owners and crews mail their parts to us. Send photos and a short note, and we write up a quote. A ground box usually arrives the following day. We strip, copper fill pits, plate and inspect each piece before the insured trip back to the harbor.
Yacht crews send cleats, chocks, hawse pipes, rail fittings and steering wheels. Waterfront homeowners send dock lights, gate hardware and bath fixtures. Restaurants and hotels around the harbor and Fashion Island send rails and trim that need to look perfect.
Newport Beach mostly orders boat and yacht parts work, chrome plating and nickel plating, plus brass plating and metal polishing for homes.
Copper, nickel and chrome with hand polishing between layers, for parts that need a bright, lasting shine.
View in Newport BeachAn 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 Newport BeachClassic gold tone for fixtures, hardware and decor, sealed to keep its color.
View in Newport BeachReal 24k gold over a polished nickel base for fixtures, emblems and decorative pieces.
View in Newport BeachBright or satin nickel that protects steel and brass and gives a soft silver tone.
View in Newport BeachSilver for flatware, serving pieces, instruments and heirlooms that deserve to shine again.
View in Newport BeachHand 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 in Newport BeachA tough baked on color coat for frames, furniture, railings and equipment.
View in Newport BeachTrim, 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 ServiceDeck hardware, island cottages and harborside dining.
Yacht hardware is our specialty from Newport. Bronze and brass fittings with salt pits get stripped, copper filled and buffed, then plated in bright chrome, satin chrome or polished nickel. Crews often send a full set at once so the boat ends up matching from bow to stern.
On Balboa Island and Lido Isle, cottages and newer homes alike have outdoor lights, house numbers and gate latches that the bay air eats away at. Inside, owners want polished nickel or brass that looks custom. Harbor restaurants send rails and fixtures between busy seasons.
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.
For Newport Beach boats and homes, this is the routine.
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 Newport Beach is plated in this building.
Southern California's metal plating and finishing shop since 1989.
A parcel from Newport Beach usually reaches us the next business day. Remove rope, rubber pads and fasteners you want to keep, and rinse salty parts in fresh water before packing.
Other coastal Orange County cities we work with:
Frequently Asked Questions
Newport Beach boat owners and homeowners ask these often.
Yes, and it's the best way to get a consistent look. Number each piece and note where it mounts. We strip and plate the whole set together, then return it labeled so reinstalling is easy.
Bright chrome is the classic marine look and very durable. Satin chrome cuts glare on deck. Polished nickel is warmer and suits older or classic boats. All three go over a copper and nickel base for corrosion resistance.
Usually, yes. We strip old plating, fill pits with copper, buff smooth and plate. Very deep corrosion may still leave faint marks, and we tell you that in the quote before any work begins.
A fresh water rinse every week or two and a soft cloth to dry. On the island, fog leaves a salty film overnight, so a quick wipe in the morning helps most. Avoid abrasive cleaners, which wear through the top layer.
Many do. Winter is a good time to refinish rails and trim before summer crowds. Send what you can spare in rounds, and we return each round before the next one goes out.
The shop is open Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM. We're closed on Sunday. Shipments are received Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM Pacific.
Usually, yes. Send a photo of the piece you want to match, or ship it along with your parts as a sample. We adjust the finish until the new work sits right next to the old.
When the work is done and inspected, we pack your parts in fresh materials and ship them back insured. If you're close to Oceanside, you're welcome to pick them up instead.