Mirror Aluminum FinishesPosted By Mike Clemens |
I am building a couple 6" refractors, and I would like some mirror-like parts on them. (See Pic) As I understand it, I could:
(1) chrome them, or
(2) nickel plate them, or
(3) highly polish them and clearcoat, or
(4) highly polish them and not clearcoat, maintaining the shine instead.
Can anyone speak to the practicality of any of these paths? Path 4 seems pretty attractive if the shine can be maintained.
(1) chrome them, or
(2) nickel plate them, or
(3) highly polish them and clearcoat, or
(4) highly polish them and not clearcoat, maintaining the shine instead.
Can anyone speak to the practicality of any of these paths? Path 4 seems pretty attractive if the shine can be maintained.