Electroplating Color Chart
Explore Plating Colors, Polishing Methods & Texture Patterns for Custom Metal Products
Explore metal finishes for custom pins, medals, keychains, coins, and other metal products. Our visual guide brings together plating colors, polishing comparisons, and texture samples to help you describe your preferred look. These charts showcase many of our available finishing options. Use them as a starting point, then confirm the available options for your design and selected base material.
Explore Our Metal Plating Colors
Enhance the appearance and durability of your custom pins, medals, challenge coins, and keychains with the right metal plating. Explore our color chart to find a finish that complements your logo, enamel colors, and design details. From a bold, polished look to a classic antique finish, the right metal tone helps define the overall character of your piece.
Hand Polishing vs. Vibratory Polishing
Compare hand-polished and vibratory-polished finishes to see how different polishing methods affect the appearance of the same plating colors. For custom pins, medals, coins, and keychains, compare the reflections, edges, and recessed details rather than color alone. Use the labeled samples to describe your preference, then confirm the right material and process for your design.
| Comparison | Hand Polishing | Vibratory Polishing |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Appearance | Brighter, more reflective finish | More uniform surface texture |
| Visual Effect | Emphasizes highlights and reflective details | Creates a more consistent surface appearance |
| Plating Colors Shown | Antique Bronze, Antique Copper, Antique Silver | Antique Bronze, Antique Copper, Antique Silver |
Visual differences shown are based on the sample images; final results depend on product design, material, and process.
Choose the Perfect Texture for Your Design
Browse our sample board to explore texture patterns for your custom coins, medals, belt buckles, and lapel pins. Different texture patterns can create visual contrast between raised and recessed areas, adding depth and detail to custom metal designs. Consider how each texture will look beside raised logos, lettering, and borders, and how it pairs with your preferred plating color. Share the sample reference with us so we can review its suitability for your artwork.
