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pricing guide - refinishing

category 1 - general finishing

category 2 - light restoration

category 3 - heavy restoration

category 4 - artifact conservation

We specialize in several aspects of metal refinishing and surface protection and embellishment. Below is a brief list of some of our more commonly offered services.

This list will provide a general price guideline for these types of services. Final costs will be provided once we have an opportunity to examine the object and understand the scope of your refinishing goals.

Because of the wide variety of metal objects and their numerous refinish and repair combinations, it is not possible to provide a complete pricing guide on this site. If you don't see your item listed here please give us a call or e-mail us with your inquiry. One of our friendly staff members will be happy to answer all of your questions.

All items must be paid for in advance. Personal checks and money orders are accepted. Visa and mastercard orders will be processed just prior to delivery of the item to customer. Sorry, no COD orders accepted.

category 1 - general finishing

antiques (metal i.e. lamps) - clean, repolish, replate

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architectural hardware - clean, repolish, replate

$10.00 & up

candlelabra - repolish

$20.00 & up

candlestick - repolish

$15.00 & up

firearms - replating/bluing

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flatware - scratch removal /polishing

$3.00 ea.

forks - repoint tines & polish

$9.00 & up

holloware ( i.e. silver tea pot ) scratch removal & polish

$22.00 & up

jewelry items - repair /repolish

$10.00 & up

gold filled items - repair/restore

$ 10.00 & up

general polishing on all metals

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knives/cutlery - blade repair & repolish

$15.00 & up

medals/trophies/medallions - clean, repolished, replated

$20.00 & up

pocket watch cases/accessories - repolish, replate in gold, silver, rhodium,

$45.00 & up

surface finish applications - satin, bead blast, sand blast, mirror

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vintage jewelry items - clean, polish, replate

$10.00 & up

watch cases/bands/components - remove scratches, repolish, replate in gold, silver, rhodium

$55.00 & up

writing instruments/accessories - repolish and replate in gold, silver, rhodium

$15.00 & up

allow 4 - 7 weeks delivery for most orders

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category 2 - light restoration

Light restoration by definition involves the restoration of the original surface qualities, design features and surface contours of the object. Items such as silver tableware, silver holloware, liturgical items, watch cases, trophies and automotive hardware are most likely to be in need of this service.

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category 3 - heavy restoration

This type of restoration includes many of the same steps utilized in category 2. In addition the object may be missing a portion (i.e. hinge, handle) of its original design. Typically objects in this category are moderately damaged and will require extensive reconstruction and assembly. Items such as silver tea services, candelabras, large silver bowls and table ware are the most frequent objects that need this service.

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category 4 - artifact conservation

This type of work is highly specialized and requires a high level of metallurgical and academic knowledge of conservation techniques. Obviously, it is the most time consuming of all of the metal finishing processes we offer. The primary goal of metal restoration is to preserve and stabilize the structural integrity of the valued object. Close collaboration with the customer is required during the conservation process.

case by case assessment

If you would like additional information please e-mail us at sales@artisanplating.com. If you have an item you would like us to refinish, please feel free to use our printable mailing labels, printable packing list and insurance guidelines located on the contact page.

Or if you prefer, you can call or fax us at 248-821-3450 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. E.S.T. One of our courteous staff will be happy to assist you with the personal detail that will guarantee you complete satisfaction.

Our company has a 24 hr. monitored state of the art fire and theft alarm system on our premises. However, due to prohibitive costs, we advise all customers that our company does not carry insurance for customer goods. Before you ship anything to us, please make sure that you have the item fully insured by your own insurance company.

metal arts specialties
248-821-3450
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST
sales@artisanplating.com

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