Silver Plate Restoration Services

#1 on Long Island for Silver Plate Restoration

Silver plate restoration is a great way to preserve and restore old antiques and family heirlooms. We all know that nothing lasts forever, but with our help we can keep your antiques around for a long, long time. And you can pass them on for generations. Many across Long Island, New York turn to Luis Restorations for professional silver plate restorations to keep all sorts of heirlooms and antiques in the family. So please, do not hesitate to reach out to us today for more information about our silver plate restoration services and request an estimate.

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The number for our office is 631-218-1384. When you call, we can provide you with a no-obligation consultation to go over the status of your antique. On top of the silver plating restoration we do, we also provide an array of other plating services including gold, copper and nickel. Get exactly what you need when you turn to the #1 spot for antique restoration on Long Island!

Benefits of Silver Plate Restoration

Many silver-plated antiques become treasured family heirlooms that are preserved for years on end. However, over time, these pieces fade or chip. It is only natural for this to happen. Of course, there are ways to limit this from happening, but the best way to combat these aspects is to restore these antiques to their former glory. Our silver plate restoration services will ensure that your family heirloom looks as good as new and will hold up for years to come.

Our services offer some key benefits, like being affordable. We pride ourselves on making sure you do not need to break the bank in order to get your silver-plated antique looking new again.

Another benefit is the lifespan. These items last a long time, but they will not last forever without the proper restoration. With our work, we guarantee to extend their lifespan and make sure they last for years.

And lastly, these antiques will look great. Our restoration services are the best on Long Island and once you are through with us you will see that our results speak for themselves.

Why You Might Need Silver Plate Restoration

You know the benefits, but here are some reasons why your heirlooms simply deserve a fresh start through our silver plate restoration services.

Hides Any Exposed Metals

Silver-plated items are not as expensive as silver items, but they do oftentimes have the same allure as silver. Especially if it is for a loved family heirloom that holds sentimental value. During the silver coating process, a veneer of silver becomes bonded with electricity to a less expensive metal, such as brass or copper. And the end result is a beautiful looking silver finish. But it is not real silver, simply a chemical bond to the inner metal that gives it the silver look.

So, over time, this plating wears away and will expose the metal beneath the silver coating. And blemishes the overall look of the item, while also leaving it more vulnerable to corrosion and other damages without the proper coating on it since the silver acts as a non-corrosive shield for weaker metals. Without this coating, the item is not protected as well for deterioration of corrosive metals and the overall decorative value of the item diminishes. With our silver plate restoration services though, we will restore your family heirloom to its original state!

Restores the Original Luster

Your item may not be exposing the original metal below the coating, but there is a good chance it has simply lost its luster. Over time, silver-plated objects fade and tarnish even if you carefully treat and polish the metal. Father Time always wins.

However, silver plate restoration will restore the original luster of the item and will look as good as new! Or almost, considering that some aspects simply cannot be mended. But with this fresh coat of silver, the luster is as intended. So instead of looking like an old, worn-out antique. It will stand out once again and make a beautiful addition to any room.

Extends the Lifespan

So not only does silver plate restoration hide any exposed metals and restore its original luster, it will also simply extend the lifespan of the object. If you allow a silver-plated antique sit to tarnish and erode too long without maintenance then it will eventually begin to rust. And once the rusting begins, it is near impossible to reverse that damage. So, treat the metal right and get it restored before it is too late. When you put your antique in our care, we will make sure the lifespan of the object is extended. Protect your family heirloom for generations to come by turning to Luis Restorations and their silver plate restoration services.

Makes Tableware Safe for Use

Lastly, we come to silver-plated tableware, such as plates, cups and cutlery. Typically, these are special occasion utensils. Silver is safe for human use, thus the propensity for having these utensils be made of silver. However, the metal beneath the silver coating may not be. One common example is pewter, which is a popular base material in antiques and tableware. But it also contains lead. So, over time, any exposure to these toxins can lead to health risks. This is why it is crucial to professionally re-plate any silver coated utensils. You do not want to be using tableware that may be exposing you and your family to unknowing health risks. If you do have silver-coated utensils, check them periodically. If you believe you need silver plate restoration done, our team will get on the job.