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Need 24k gold plating on glass
Q. I am trying to find a machine that can help me coat my glass cups (pimp cups) in 24k gold and silver.
Any ideas? I need help ASAP.
Thanks,
- Long Beach, California, US
2003
A. Hi, cousin Lionel.
Please see our FAQ on metallizing non-conductive materials. Probably 'firing' a gold coating on, as is done on porcelain china would be the most promising approach. Good luck.
Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2003
Q. I am looking for something to gold plate my pimp cups. What would you recommend? P.S. What does 'firing' a gold finish mean?
Adam Douglashobbyist - DeSoto, Texas, U.S.A.
2004
A. Hi, Adam.
If you look at quality chinaware that has gold or silver patterns on it, they are "fired" on. I have no personal experience in doing this, but I believe it means the gold is painted on and baked, then there is a porcelain ceramic top coat that is fused on to prevent the gold from quickly wearing off.
I don't want to suggest that this is something that you cannot do yourself, but it's not quite as simple as simply brushing something on, so you might want to find a professional. There are air-dry paints.
these days that may not offer the same durability, but should be easier.
Regards,
Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
January 2012
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