PROCESS
6 Step Process
1. Strip & Clean
The part is returned to its raw base material through electro-stripping or chemical stripping, then cleaned and blasted to create a fresh starting surface.
2. Repair, Straighten, & Refine
Damage, corrosion, pitting, dents, bends, and imperfections are identified and corrected through grinding, hammering, straightening, drilling, solder repair, or metal finishing techniques. The part is sanded, blocked, and shaped to create consistent contours and eliminate waves, ripples, and remaining imperfections.
3. Copper Build-Up & Correction
Copper plating is applied to build material, improve adhesion, and create a workable surface for final refinement. Additional cycles of sanding and copper plating may be performed as needed.
4. Final Polish & Prep
Once the surface is perfected, the part is polished to a mirror finish and thoroughly cleaned in preparation for final plating.
5. Finish Plating & Quality Control
The part receives it's nickel, chrome, 24k, or other finish final plating, followed by rinsing.
6. Quality Inspection & Ship
The part heads to quality control for a final inspection, and review to ensure a flawless finish. Once approved, the part is shipped out from our facility in Portland, TN to the customer.
POT METAL
Pot metal restoration begins by stripping the part to bare metal and blasting it clean. Pitting and corrosion are removed through grinding, sanding, and drilling of damaged areas. The part is then sealed with cyanide copper, repaired with solder, and built up with acid copper plating to eliminate imperfections. After multiple rounds of sanding and refinement, the part is polished to a mirror finish before receiving nickel and chrome plating. The process concludes with final inspection and quality control, resulting in a finish that often exceeds original factory quality.
STEEL
Steel parts are stripped, blasted, and carefully inspected for dents, dings, and other damage. Skilled metalworking techniques are used to straighten the part, while solder is applied where necessary to correct imperfections. Multiple stages of sanding, polishing, and copper plating are used to create a smooth, ripple-free surface. Once the desired finish is achieved, the part is polished to a mirror shine and plated with nickel and chrome. The finished product restores the original appearance while providing superior durability and brilliance.
ALUMINUM TRIM
