• Is this real plating?

Yes, this is real plating. This isn't vacuum metalizing, or spray on chrome, this is a chemical and electrical adhesion process. 

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• How long does it last?

​The process is no different than metal plating and will last up to 10+ years if properly maintained.

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• What materials can be plated?

Almost all materials can be plated, this includes plastic, epoxy, ABS, pot-metal, steel, metal, etc!

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• What finishes do you offer?

We offer mirror finish Chrome, Nickel, Copper, Brass, and 24K Gold​. We also offer these finishes in matte, and brushed.

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• Why are you sending me photos of my parts in copper? I wanted Chrome?

Copper is an essential part of the plating process which builds heat resistance ​and other protective properties. It is just one step of the process and we like to ensure that customers are aware of the process their parts are being put through.

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• How do you plate on plastic?

We treat our non-conductive parts through an electroless process before continuing with standard plating. This electroless process makes non-conductive surfaces - conductive. After this, we plate parts as if they are metal - applying copper, nickel and the final finish (chrome, 24K gold, brass).​​

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• How do you ship?

We usually ship UPS and your Shipping and Handling cost includes shipping, packaging, and insurance to cover the cost of your parts in case of damage. We are not responsible for shipping damages.

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• What does the process of shipping to you look like?

Please click here to see what our shipping process looks like!

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​Disclaimer:

Metal Fusion Plating (MFP) is not responsible for the damage of parts while in our possession. Pre-plated parts that we must strip are often found to be broken underneath the plating, these damages occur before we are in possession of any parts. As the shape of any part becomes more complex (more ridges, twists, corners, crevices, etc) the more difficult it is in all steps of the plating process. This increases chances of blistering, flaking during the plating process thus slowing down the overal completion time. Any and all large imperfections, stains, blistering and flaking means we have to start the plating process from scratch. All parts will be inspected to ensure accurate descriptions of material type and quality. We are not responsible for any damages that occur to any parts.  Plating is extremely unpredictable -- as such, all timelines, time estimates and turn around times are only estimates and are not true, set-in-stone timelines. Extra repairs not previously discussed can cause delays; the plating process does fix anything, that is extra work that we need to be notified of. Always ship parts disassembled as much as they can be or else this can delay our own process as we have to disassemble them ourselves. All estimates for jobs given before we are in possession of your parts are not confirmed until we receive said parts and ensure that they are the accurate size, shape, material and quality -- all of which can change our entire planned process.