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Chrome paint

Posted: Sat Apr 21, 2012 11:09 am
by Walter
Anyone ever tried any of the chrome paints on the market to respray a chrome plated plastic grille? Likes and dislikes?

Re: Chrome paint

Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2012 8:19 am
by jaber
It never really shines. Its more of a dull gloss.

Re: Chrome paint

Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2012 8:57 am
by Gumby
I agree with Jaber it also rubs off on your hand when you touch it. I had tried to spray a clear coat over it but it just messed it up even more (made it gray).

Re: Chrome paint

Posted: Sun Apr 22, 2012 8:59 pm
by Walter
So, if I have a chrome plated plastic grille and an aluminum grill and they are both in need of some attention. What would you consider the best route to refurbish. Plastic vs aluminum. I like the plastic because it is original. Tried to start polishing the aluminum grille but I was not getting very much for results. I got a little shine but it tended to show off the many scratches instead of looking better it tended to look worse. The plastic grille has a crack that I repaired but it shows up. Was wondering about painting over to cover the crack but I was afraid it would just look panted silver like you guys suggested. What are they refinishing the chrome colored arm rest surrounds with?