Chrome and Metalization

metalized with silver nitrate

galvanic chrome plated

metalized with siver nitrate

Electroplated coating, mostly chrome plating, is most common on steel frames manufactured in the 1960s to 1980s. Renewing these partially or completely usually is a special challenge. A flawless structure and a surface that is free of previous damage is essential.

We carry out this work in cooperation with special partners who have particular experience in the demanding galvanic process.

As an alternative we practice metallization with a silver nitrate solution in all those cases where the structure of a frame, affected by weathering and intensive use, makes re-chroming impossible.

In addition to electroplating, Velociao offers a special metallization process. This is a mirror finishing of the surface with silver nitrate. The process takes place on a specially pre-treated primer. A final treatment is carried out with a protective coating, which can be colored in different ways. This treatment creates chrome, nickel, copper or gold effects.

The process is recommended for the restoration of classic steel frames, where another electroplating treatment is not advisable because the substance is too damaged. Partial treatment of smaller surfaces such as sleeves or bottom bracket housings is usually possible, as well as full surface treatment of an object.

Surfaces that cannot be galvanized, such as those of carbon frames, can also be treated with this process to achieve a mirror-like shine. Treatment with this DIN-certified process produces an exceptionally durable, hard-wearing surface.