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Gold and silver plating in Limeira by FC Joias is a very careful service designed to achieve maximum adhesion, shine and durability on the plated piece. Before the gold or silver plating itself, the pieces go through several preparation stages. This detailed process, described step by step below, is how FC Joias achieves such high quality in its gold and silver plating in Limeira.

Gold and silver plating in Limeira

The most complete gold and silver plating in Limeira

Gold and silver plating in Limeira by FC Joias is a very careful service designed to achieve maximum adhesion, shine and durability on the plated piece. Before the gold or silver plating itself, the pieces go through several preparation stages. This detailed process, described step by step below, is how FC Joias achieves such high quality in its gold and silver plating in Limeira.

The stages of gold and silver plating in Limeira

The whole process starts with organizing the pieces. Hooked and tied in place, the pieces are arranged in the safest and most receptive way to receive gold and silver plating in Limeira. Next comes washing with an electrolytic degreaser, which is basically a fine cleaning of the pieces so that the plating goes onto a surface free of stains. The next stage deposits a thin layer of copper on the pieces to remove unevenness and imperfections and improve the adhesion of their surfaces. An acid copper bath follows, to level the pieces and boost their shine. The palladium bath helps increase corrosion resistance, making the piece more durable. Another protective layer applied to the piece is the so-called pre-gold. All these stages prepare the piece for gold and silver plating in Limeira, creating the perfect conditions for the best final result.

The next stage is the plating itself, when the gold or silver layer requested by the customer is applied. The plated piece then goes through another process that evens out the color tone and ensures resistance to loss of shine or color changes caused by oxidation. This stage is very important, as it is one of the main contributors to the durability of the service. Then the varnish is applied and the pieces are dried.

The gold and silver plating process in Limeira ends with a thorough inspection against high quality standards.

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