Our service provides an easy and beautiful way for people to share a story of their life. From the firefighter’s helmet that survived 9-11 even thou the hero who wore it did not survive, to preserving the game winning ball for the coach who just finished their final game after a 25-year coaching career; we help preserve life’s moments. These moments are captured inside a beautifully plated keepsake so it can be shared for generations to come.
Many of our customers share the story behind their keepsake with us. Often these stories make us laugh or cry. This is what makes our job rewarding each day. For over 30 years, people and organizations have entrusted us with some of their most valued processions. Let us use our craft to preserve your story.
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About Us – Frequently Asked Questions
What services do you provide?
We specialize in electroplating non-metallic substrates, applying real copper, nickle, and 24-karat gold to items that were not originally metal. We work on keepsakes, awards, décor, heirlooms, sculptures, 3D-printed pieces, and custom commissions using professional electroplating techniques that permanently bond metal to your item.
What does “non-metallic substrate” mean?
A substrate is the base object being plated. A non-metallic substrate is any item that is not made of metal, such as resin, plastic, leather, fabric, wood, ceramic, or certain composites. We prepare these materials so they can accept real metal through electroplating.
Do you metal-plate non-metal items?
Yes. Metal-plating non-metal items is our specialty. We electroplate shoes, sculptures, keepsakes, trophies, 3D-printed figures, and other non-metal objects so they become real metal–finished pieces with weight, depth, and permanence.
Do you offer electroplating for 3D-printed resin statues and figurines?
Yes. With the rise in 3D printing, we now offer custom metal electroplating for solid 3D-printed resin statues and figurines (non-honeycomb only). We plate solid resin models in copper, chrome, or 24-karat gold to create display-ready art, trophies, décor, and collector pieces. If you’re unsure whether your print qualifies, send us a photo.
What is the difference between electroplating and coating?
Electroplating uses real metal; coating is a surface treatment. Electroplating permanently bonds copper, chrome, or 24-karat gold to your piece. Coatings, paints, and sprays only sit on the surface and can chip, peel, or fade over time. Real metal has weight, depth, and long-term durability.
What metals do you offer?
We specialize in three main metal finishes:
- Copper
- Chrome
- 24-karat gold
Copper is often used as a base layer for strength and smoothness before adding chrome or gold as the final finish.
How does metal adhere to non-metal materials?
Non-metal substrates are carefully cleaned, prepared, and treated so they become conductive. Once the surface is conductive, we use electroplating to deposit real metal in thin, controlled layers. This process allows materials like resin, leather, and ceramic to be permanently metal-finished.
Do you work with family heirlooms and generational keepsakes?
Yes. We regularly work with family heirlooms and generational keepsakes. This can include baby shoes, wedding keepsakes, military items, memorial objects, and inherited pieces. We treat every item as part of a family story, not just a project.
Do you bronze baby shoes?
Yes. Preserving baby shoes is one of our most meaningful services. We electroplate baby shoes in real metal so they become heirlooms that can be passed down through the family for generations.
Do you preserve memorial or remembrance items?
Yes. We work with memorial and remembrance pieces meant to honor a life, relationship, or pivotal moment. These projects are handled with care, respect, and discretion, so the finished piece can serve as a lasting tribute.
Do you offer military honors and service recognition pieces?
Yes. We create and plate military recognition items such as medals, ceremonial pieces, retirement gifts, memorial objects, and service awards. Each piece is crafted as a mark of service, sacrifice, and distinction.
Do you create sports awards and athletic recognition pieces?
Yes. We design and electroplate custom sports awards and trophies for:
- Professional sports teams
- Colleges and universities
- High school athletic programs
- Coaches and staff
- Athletic departments
- Event organizers
- Sponsors and donors
From championship trophies to final-season tributes, we create lasting pieces that celebrate achievement and dedication.
Do you work with businesses or large industries only?
No. While many electroplating companies focus on mass-produced industrial work, we are a small team of artisans.
That means we can serve unique individuals, artists, collectors, and families, as well as stadiums, nonprofits, and businesses looking for one-of-a-kind high-end client gifting and custom awards. We take on projects that larger production facilities often cannot or will not do.
Do you offer VIP and corporate client gifting?
Yes. We create elevated VIP and corporate gifting, including:
- VIP client gifts
- Box-seat and ticket-holder gifts
- Sports VIP gifting
- Sponsor and donor gifts
- Executive and retirement gifts
Pieces can be personalized with a family name, crest, team logo, organization name, or event details, and are finished in real metal for a truly memorable presentation.
Do you create awards for nonprofit organizations?
Yes. We design custom nonprofit awards that go beyond standard plaques. Our pieces are created to reflect your organization’s mission and impact, from donor recognition and volunteer awards to leadership and legacy honors.
Can you do something beyond a plaque for recognition?
Absolutely. Many nonprofits and organizations want more than a traditional plaque. We create sculptural awards, symbolic objects, and personalized keepsakes that embody your cause and carry real meaning for recipients.
Do you offer electroplating for luxury interior décor?
Yes. We work with interior designers, collectors, and luxury homeowners to create custom metal-finished décor for high-end interiors. We electroplate sculptures, art objects, architectural accents, and furniture elements in copper, chrome, and 24-karat gold for spaces where design and detail matter.
Is every item custom?
Yes. Every piece we plate is custom. Nothing is mass-produced. Each item is handled individually and finished by hand in our studio.
Do you work with clients nationwide?
Yes. We work with clients across the United States. Items can be safely shipped to our studio and returned once the electroplating process is complete.
How do I start a project?
To get started, send us a photo of your item, a brief description of what it is, and what you’d like done—such as the metal finish you have in mind or the purpose of the piece (award, memorial, décor, gift). We’ll review your project and guide you through the next steps personally.
What makes your studio different from mass-production plating companies?
We are not a factory. We are artisans. While many electroplating companies only handle large industrial runs, we focus on one-of-a-kind pieces and small-batch work. Every item is prepared, plated, and finished by hand, with a focus on story, quality, and longevity.