Silver polishing, silver & gold plating, repair and restoration

Our Workshops Our facilities provide for comprehensive restorations, polishing and finishing in our own in-house fully equipped modern premises (shown here). As a result of demand for our services and more refurbishing of antiques, our plating facilities have expanded to provide gold and silver plating on larger objects which other specialised platers cannot accommodate.
	You can be certain that your gold and silverware will be correctly treated and restored by us and returned to you in pristine condition.

What types of repairs can we undertake?

We can oversee repairs to gold, silver, brass, copper, and other metals. These repairs include: -

Removing dents, repairing splits and replacing pieces that may be missing.

Our Guarantee

Since 1981, owners of sterling silver, silverplate, brass and gold have entrusted their treasures to Cheyne & Close Ltd for restoration. We handle these pieces with precision and care to achieve the highest quality to exceed expectations. From jewellers to antique dealers, clock specialists, collectors, fine restaurants and caterers, churches and synagogues and celebrities, ours is a 'Tradition Of Excellence'.

What types of plating can we undertake?

We can plate silver, brass, copper and gold.

Will re-plating (re-silvering) destroy the value of my antique? ( This question is often asked!)

No! Not at all, pieces that were originally silver or gold plated can be re-plated and completely restored.

How do I know if an item is worth repairing or re-plating?
First you must ask yourself this question, “Can this item be replaced?”. If there is some sentimental value, many antiques simply cannot be replaced. If the piece is well made and in reasonable condition, restoration is worthwhile.

When examining restoration, we consider the age of the piece. Antiques made prior to the 1940's exhibit quality craftsmanship and materials, but items manufactured in the last 20 years may be of questionable quality and value. Therefore, replacing a quality antique with a modern piece is unadvisable.

The over-riding consideration is generally the sentimental value. Personal artifacts i.e. goblets, teasets, cutlery passed down in time via family or friends..