How to Chrome Plate

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Use chrome to plate metals subject to corrosion

   Chrome reflects brighter, clearer, and with less distortion than other finishes, such as paint.
   
   Decorative chrome plating electroplates nickel and chrome onto a target object, such as a wheel rim or a hood ornament.
   
   The nickel is the source of the slickness, shine, and resistance in the chrome plating.
   
   A very thin layer of chrome keeps the nickel from tarnishing, scratching, and rusting.;
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   Step 2: including steel

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   Step 3: copper

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   Step 4: aluminum

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   Step 5: and stainless steel

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   Step 6: for decorative purposes.

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