Chrome Plating

What is Triple Chrome Plating?

Triple chrome plating refers to a multi-layer electroplating process that deposits three distinct metal layers onto a wheel's surface. Despite the name, the "triple" doesn't mean three layers of chrome—it describes the complete plating system that creates that unmistakable mirror finish.

The Three Layers Explained

Each layer in the triple chrome process serves a specific purpose:

  • Copper Layer: The foundation. Copper is applied first because it bonds exceptionally well to aluminum and fills microscopic surface imperfections, creating a smooth base for subsequent layers.
  • Nickel Layer: The workhorse. Multiple nickel layers (sometimes 2-3 sub-layers) provide corrosion resistance, structural integrity, and the reflective underlayment that gives chrome its depth. This is where most of the plating thickness lives.
  • Chromium Layer: The finish. A thin layer of chromium tops the stack, providing the hard, lustrous surface that resists tarnishing and delivers that liquid-mirror appearance.

If you live in a climate with highly corrosive elements such as road salts, and regularly drive your car in these conditions, and STILL want a shiny finish, we recommend Ceramic Polishing.

Current Pricing (Includes Strip / Additional Charge for Extra Wide Wheels)

Diameter Outer (SET) Wheel / Center (SET)
18" and Under $150.00 ($600.00) $260.00 ($1,040.00)
19"
 $155.00 ($620.00) $275.00 ($1,100.00)
20" $155.00 ($620.00) $290.00 ($1,160.00)
21"-22" $160.00 ($640.00) $340.00 ($1,360.00)