Choose a metal finish and color style that fit your design. Use these options as a starting point, then send us your artwork for review.
Plating Options
These names describe the look of the finish, not a solid precious-metal product. Available effects depend on the product material and structure. We will confirm the options for your project.
Gold Finish
A gold-tone finish gives your design a warm metallic look.
Look: A bright gold color that helps raised details stand out.
Consider for: Challenge coins, medals and logo pins.
Silver / Nickel Finish
A silver-tone or nickel-tone finish offers a clean metallic look. Share a reference so we can review the shade you want.
Look: A cool silver color with a reflective appearance.
Consider for: Coins, medals, badges and keychains.
Black Nickel Finish
Black nickel gives the metal a darker look. It can create contrast with lighter colors in your design.
Look: A dark metallic tone; the final shade depends on the finish.
Consider for: Lapel pins, challenge coins and metal keychains.
Antique Brass Finish
Choose this finish for a warm, vintage-style appearance.
Look: A muted yellow-brown tone with darker areas around the details.
Consider for: Commemorative coins, medals and badges.
Antique Bronze Finish
This finish adds a classic bronze-style look.
Look: A warm brown tone that can highlight raised and recessed details.
Consider for: Award medals, collectible coins and decorative badges.
Antique Copper Finish
An antique copper finish gives the design a warm, aged look.
Look: A reddish-brown tone with contrast around the relief.
Consider for: Souvenir coins, medals and custom metal gifts.
Coloring Options
Coloring adds artwork to the metal finish. The right choice depends on the design, available color areas and product shape. We will review small text and fine details before production.
Soft Enamel
Color sits below the raised metal lines, giving the design a textured look.
Look: Visible metal borders with recessed color areas.
Consider for: Logos and simple color blocks on pins, coins and medals.
Hard Enamel
Color and metal are finished to create a smooth, flatter surface.
Look: A polished look with clear metal borders between colors.
Consider for: Clean logos and bold color areas when a smooth surface is preferred.
UV Printing
UV printing uses printed ink rather than enamel filling. It can be a useful option for photos, gradients and detailed full-color artwork.
Look: Printed detail without needing a metal border around every color.
Consider for: Photo designs and complex color images, subject to a surface and artwork review.
Choosing the Right Finish
- A bright metal look
- Start with Gold or Silver / Nickel.
- A vintage look
- Consider Antique Brass, Antique Bronze or Antique Copper.
- A colorful badge or pin
- Compare Soft Enamel and Hard Enamel.
- A photo or detailed color image
- Ask about UV Printing.
These are general starting points. Not every finish or color method works with every material or shape, and not every detailed image can be made in enamel. Our team will confirm a suitable combination.
Related Products
Browse the selected product families, then ask us to check your preferred finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose different plating colors?
Yes. Tell us the look you want and share a reference if you have one. We will check which finishes suit the material and shape of your product.
What is the difference between soft enamel and hard enamel?
Soft enamel has raised metal lines with color below them. Hard enamel has a smoother, flatter surface. The best choice depends on your artwork and the look you prefer.
Can UV printing reproduce detailed artwork?
UV printing can be useful for photos, gradients and detailed color artwork. Send the original file and product size so we can check the surface and how the details will appear.
Can I combine plating and coloring?
Many designs combine a metal finish with enamel or printing. The available combination depends on the material, shape and artwork. We will review it before production.
What should I send for a quotation?
Send your artwork or reference image, product type, size, quantity, preferred finish and color method. Include front and back designs, attachments, packaging and delivery needs if known.
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Send your artwork and preferred finish. We will help you choose a suitable option for your custom metal products.
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