Silver Plating
Rack & barrel plating.
Types:
Silver, Bright Silver, Dull, Silver Oxidised
Benefits:
Excellent Electrical Conductance, Decorative, Wear Resistance, Thermal Conductance, Excellent Anti-Fretting Properties (silver oxidised - blackened and then relieved for antique effect)
Applications:
Electronic Contacts & Components, Decorative, Antiquing
Antique Silver
Antique silver is a popular option on items such as candlesticks, interior fittings and fashion accessories. Antiquing is applied with satine mop and can have a lacquer applied directly.
Nickel Silver
Silver is generally plated over a primer of nickel for a better finish, bright nickel silver. Jewellery can be plate directly with silver.
Applications
Typical components for silver plating include:
- Candelabras
- Serving Trays
- Cutlery
- Door Fittings
- Handles
- Jewellery