What parts can be plated?
Short answer: Common DIY/plater finishes are black oxide, black phosphate, gray phosphate, tin plating, and to some degree white (silver) cadmium.
Sources: Carolina Chemco (864-246-3836) for supplies; Eastwood also carries plating products (pricier).
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