Nickel Plating

At Spacecoast Plating & Metal Refinishing, the appearance and durability of Nickel plating makes it ideal for restoring classic and and antique vehicles. Decorative bright nickel was a defining finish of the pre-war automotive era, when vehicles were built with an uncompromising attention to detail and longevity.

Valued for its deep, mirror-like luster and natural resistance to the elements, bright nickel was commonly applied to bumpers, wheels, exhaust components, and exterior trim on early automobiles.

Its refined appearance and durability made it equally well suited to motorcycles and bicycles of the period. Beyond transportation, bright nickel was widely used on hand tools and finely crafted household metalwork—including lighting and plumbing fixtures, wire shelving, furniture accents, and appliances—where enduring quality and timeless presentation were essential.