Lighting and Chandeliers
Chandeliers, sconces, pendants and lamp bases taken apart arm by arm, refinished and returned ready for your electrician to rewire and hang.
Restore Lighting and Hardware With Care in Whittier
Decorative Metal Coatings restores household metal pieces for customers in Whittier, California. Projects may include lighting, door and cabinet hardware, faucets, fireplace accessories, furniture fittings and keepsakes. The work is assessed by material and condition before old coatings are removed, repairs are made and a suitable finish is applied.
Certified, Approved and Verified
Renewing Fixtures Through Repair, Polishing and Plating
The best next step is a piece-specific review.
Bathroom and kitchen fixtures face moisture, cleaning products and repeated handling. A restoration plan considers the base metal, existing coating and the finish appropriate for the fixture.
The goal is to select a finish that fits both the material and the way the item is used. Not every finish is suitable for every base metal or fixture.
DMC restores metal surfaces, not electrical systems. Old wiring may be removed, but rewiring and installation should be arranged with a qualified electrician or lamp shop.
It works for one heirloom candlestick or for every hinge and knob in a house. Many of our clients are casino resorts and hotels in North County San Diego, and we bring the same attention to a single family piece that we give to a full renovation.
What We Restore
Home Decor Restoration Services
The service covers decorative lighting, bath and kitchen fixtures, door and cabinet hardware, fireplace accessories, furniture fittings and selected heirloom pieces.
Door and Cabinet Hardware
Levers, knobs, hinges, back plates and cabinet pulls refinished as a complete set, so the front door and the kitchen finally match.
Bath and Kitchen Fixtures
Faucet bodies, handles, towel bars, shower trim and drain covers cleared of mineral damage and plated in a finish built for daily water.
Fireplace and Hearth
Andirons, tool sets, screens and grate fronts cleaned of soot and heat discoloration, then refinished in polished or antique brass.
Furniture Hardware
Drawer pulls, keyhole escutcheons, casters and bed frame fittings restored without losing the fine detail that makes antique furniture special.
Heirlooms and Tableware
Candlesticks, trays, picture frames, bookends and keepsakes handed down through the family, brought back with care and returned ready to display.
Restoration Results
Before and After
Drag the handle on any photo to see the piece as it came out of the house and as it went back in.
Before
Dining Room Chandelier
Five arms of brass gone nearly black, with failing lacquer and green spots at every joint. Taken apart, stripped, polished, plated in bright brass and sealed so it glows over the table again.
POLISHED BRASS
SOLID BRASS
LACQUERED
Before
Vintage Bathroom Faucet
A widespread faucet from an older home with worn chrome and heavy hard water marks. Stripped, polished and finished in polished nickel to suit the room's original tile.
POLISHED NICKEL
BRASS BODY
SET OF 3
Before
Fireplace Tool Set
Poker, shovel, brush handle and stand darkened by years of soot and heat. Stripped, cleaned and finished in antique brass with hand relieved highlights.
ANTIQUE BRASS
STEEL
HAND RELIEVED
Ship It From Anywhere
You don't have to live nearby to work with us.
Customers all over the country pack their parts and ship them to our Oceanside shop. We finish them, inspect them and send them back insured. It starts with a few photos.
Choosing Your Approach
Three Ways to Renew a Piece
Some clients want the piece exactly as it was. Others want it to fit a new kitchen. Knowing which you want decides how we prepare it and which finish goes on.
Restore As It Was
- Same finish the piece left the factory with
- Ideal for historic and period homes
- Original patina tones recreated
- Engraving and detail preserved
- Keeps antique value intact
Refinish in a New Finish
- Brass to nickel, chrome to brass and more
- Updates a room without replacing parts
- Polished, satin or antique options
- Sealed for everyday handling
- Matched to new fixtures you already bought
Match a Full Set
- Every lever, hinge and pull plated together
- One finish across a whole house
- Missing pieces matched to the originals
- Sample approval before the full run
- Labeled and packed room by room
How It Works
Our Restoration Process
Each piece is reviewed for base metal and condition. Old plating or lacquer is removed as needed, surface defects are addressed and the selected finish is applied after preparation.
1
Photograph It
Take a few clear photos in daylight and tell us the finish you have in mind, or ask us to suggest one.
2
Approve the Quote
We review the condition and any repairs, then send a written quote within 24 business hours.
3
Bring It or Ship It
After approving the written estimate, arrange drop-off at the Oceanside shop or ship the pieces using the assigned quote number. Remove shades, glass, crystals and bulbs; wrap metal items separately and include labels for related hardware.
4
Disassemble and Repair
Pieces are taken apart, stripped of old plating and lacquer, and dents and pits are repaired.
5
Plate, Seal and Return
Each part is polished, plated, sealed when needed, checked against the set and packed for home.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by Professionals
From custom builders to industrial manufacturers, our clients trust us to deliver the same result every time.
Who We Serve
Who Trusts Us With Their Home
Designers and remodelers can submit related hardware together when a room update calls for a coordinated finish across fixtures and fittings.
Casino Resorts and Hotels
Lobby lighting, railings, guest room hardware and restaurant fixtures refinished on a schedule that keeps the property open. Trusted by casino resorts across North County San Diego.
Homeowners
Families who would rather keep a well made original than replace it with something lighter and newer.
Interior Designers
Designers who need hardware and lighting in one exact finish across a whole project, approved from a sample first.
Historic Home Owners
Craftsman, Spanish Revival and Victorian homes where original hardware and lighting are part of the history.
Antique Dealers and Collectors
Lighting, hardware and decorative pieces restored so they are ready to sell, display or pass on.
Builders and Remodelers
Contractors reusing original hardware in a remodel, or matching salvaged pieces to new fixtures.
What Your Pieces Are Made Of
Metals We Restore
Household metal comes in more alloys than most people expect. Each one is cleaned and prepared differently before it is plated.
Solid Brass
The metal behind most quality hardware and lighting. Strips cleanly, polishes beautifully and takes every finish we offer.
Bronze
Heavy and durable, common on older door hardware and lamp bases. Its darker color makes it a natural base for antique tones.
Steel and Iron
Hinges, fireplace tools and bed frames are often steel. Rust is removed and the surface sealed under copper and nickel before the final finish.
Zinc Die Cast and Pot Metal
Found in many vintage fixtures and faucets. It is fragile and porous, so it needs a gentle process and careful hand repair that many shops will not attempt.
Copper
Solid copper pots, trays and lamp parts can be cleaned and polished, then left in copper or plated in another finish entirely.
Silver Plate and Mixed Metals
Older silver plated pieces and items made of several metals are reviewed one at a time. Send photos and we will tell you what is possible before you ship.
Home Decor Catalog
Finishes and Services
The finishes, pieces and repair work that make up a typical home restoration.
Finishes for Your Home
- Polished Chrome
- Polished Nickel
- Satin Nickel
- Polished Brass
- Satin Brass
- Antique Brass
- Bright Copper
- Antique Copper
Pieces We Restore
- Chandeliers and Sconces
- Lamps and Lamp Bases
- Door and Cabinet Hardware
- Faucets and Bath Fixtures
- Fireplace Tools and Andirons
- Furniture Hardware
- Candlesticks and Tableware
Repair and Preparation
- Stripping Old Plating and Lacquer
- Dent and Pit Repair
- Hand Polishing and Buffing
- Clear Lacquer Topcoat
- Disassembly and Reassembly
- Full Set Matching
- Custom Sample Match
35+
Years of Expertise
Take a Moment to Learn More
About Decorative Metal Coatings
Since 1989 we have restored the lighting, hardware and keepsakes that make a house feel like home. Every piece is handled by people who care about getting the details right.
Free Estimates Available
Send a photo of your part and receive a no obligation quote within 24 hours.
Quality Guaranteed
Every part leaves our shop backed by our craftsmanship guarantee. If you are not satisfied, we make it right.
Ship From Anywhere in the US
One heirloom or a whole house of hardware, shipped to us from any state and returned insured.
Fast Turnaround Times
Most projects are completed within 3 to 5 weeks. Expedited Orders: 5 to 7 business days. Contact us for availability.
Our Commitment
Your Home, Treated With Care
These are pieces you live with every day, and some of them cannot be replaced. We handle them that way from the moment they arrive.
Handled Like Heirlooms
Every piece is tagged on arrival and tracked through the shop, so nothing from your home is mixed up or misplaced.
Detail Preserved
Engraving, casting lines and fine edges are polished by hand so they stay crisp instead of being buffed away.
Matched as a Set
Pieces that belong together are finished together and checked side by side before they leave.
Returned Ready to Use
Small parts, screws and fittings come back bagged with their piece, labeled by room when you ask.
What We Do Differently
- Every part is photographed and logged when it arrives
- Old plating and lacquer are fully removed, never covered
- Dents and pits are repaired before any plating
- We call you when a piece needs a decision
- Sets are inspected together before packing
What You May Experience Elsewhere
- Spray paint sold as a metal finish
- New plating over old, failing layers
- Fine engraving softened by heavy buffing
- Hardware from one set coming back in two shades
- Small screws and fittings lost along the way
Care for the Restored Finish
Keep restored metal clean without abrasive products
Chrome and nickel handle water and regular cleaning well. Brass and copper are sealed with clear lacquer to help slow tarnish and protect the renewed appearance.
Clean with mild soap and a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners and aggressive polishing compounds that may damage the finish or protective lacquer.
Take a photo of each piece before you remove it, and label hardware by room or door. A lever from the front door and one from a bedroom can look identical on a workbench. Put screws and small fittings in a bag taped to the piece they belong to.
If you want a finish to match something you already have, send that piece too or a clear photo of it taken in daylight. Artificial light changes how brass and nickel look, and daylight gives us the truest color to work from.
Project Gallery
Restoration Gallery
Chandeliers, faucets, fireplace tools, door sets and heirlooms brought back to life for homeowners, designers and resorts.
Home Decor Restoration Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about eligible household metal pieces, finish choices, repair work, preparation, care and shipping.
No. The base material and condition determine which preparation and finish are appropriate. Solid brass, bronze, steel, iron, zinc die cast or pot metal, and copper are listed; mixed-metal and silver-plated pieces are reviewed individually.
The process may include addressing dents, pits and worn edges. The shop needs to review photos and the actual condition before confirming the scope.
The published standard turnaround is 3 to 5 weeks. Expedited orders may take 5 to 7 business days when the schedule permits, so availability must be confirmed.
Drop-off at the Oceanside, California shop can be arranged after requesting a quote. Eligible projects may also be shipped from anywhere in the United States.
Use mild soap and a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Brass and copper are sealed with clear lacquer to help slow tarnish.
Yes, and most of our work starts that way. We strip the old plating down to the base metal, repair what needs repair, then plate it fresh. New plating over a failing layer never lasts, so we don't do it.
We do. Along with single pieces for homeowners, we run batches of hundreds or thousands of parts for companies in California and other states. Send a photo of a sample, the quantity and the finish, and we'll quote the whole run.
Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, pot metal and zamak. Some of them need extra prep so the plating bonds well, and we'll tell you up front if your part does.
Visit Us
Our Location
Every restoration is stripped, repaired, plated and inspected under one roof at our Oceanside shop.
Decorative Metal Coatings
Home decor restoration and metal finishing in San Diego County since 1989.
- Address 2613 Temple Heights Dr, Ste G, Oceanside, CA 92056
- Phone (760) 746 3378
- Quotes Send photos and get a price
Business Hours
- Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
Restoration work is performed at the Oceanside shop
There is no local restoration shop in Whittier. Projects are assessed and handled at DMC’s Oceanside, California facility. Contact the shop for a written estimate before arranging shipment.
Nearby Cities We Serve
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Nationwide Service
Ship Us Your Pieces From Anywhere in the US
DMC performs restoration at its Oceanside, California shop. Customers may arrange drop-off or ship eligible projects from anywhere in the United States after requesting and approving a quote.
01
Quote before you ship
Send photos of every piece and tell us the finish you want. You receive a written quote and lead time, usually the same business day. Please wait for your quote number before shipping.
02
Keep the glass at home
Remove shades, globes, crystals and bulbs. Wrap each metal piece on its own with at least three inches of padding, and double box chandeliers and long lamp parts.
03
Insure it and share tracking
Declare the real value with the carrier, since some of these pieces cannot be replaced, and email us the tracking number so we expect your box.
04
Approved, then shipped home
When the work is done we send photos of the finished pieces for your approval, then pack them in fresh materials and ship them back insured.