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How to make silicon rubber parts with metallic look?

February 24, 2012

Q. Hi,
I'm looking to develop a kitchenware item out of silicon rubber but prefer to have in metallic finish. Is there any proven technology to give a bright chrome finish like look?

Whatever the finish we choose, It should be food-safe and able to withstand temperature up to 70° C and shouldn't peel-off from rubber while bending.
If silicon rubber is not suitable I'm happy to try other sort of mouldable rubbers.
Your help will be highly appreciable.
Thanks in advance.

Kevin Smith
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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