Re: Hard Chrome vs Chrome

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October 20, 2016 at 3:07 pm #46184
David Stanton
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    quote FrankR:

    When the nickle plating looks good, it goes into the chrome plating tank–only for a surprisingly short time. I conclude the chrome must be extremely thin.

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    Chrome is actually a super-tough clear coat plated over the nickel. The silver color comes from the nickel.

    Before replating any chrome, I recommend trying to clean the old plating up with SOS pads followed by automotive wax. Sometimes the results are amazing!
    Dave