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DECORATIVE SURFACE FINISH AND METHOD OF FORMING SAME

  • US 20110045317A1
  • Filed: 08/24/2009
  • Published: 02/24/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/24/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A decorative metal finish for an article, comprising:

  • the article having at least one non-conductive surface with a mildly roughened exterior to improve its adherence capabilities;

    a thin first metal layer non-electrolytically deposited on said at least one non-conductive surface; and

    at least one translucent coating disposed on said thin first metal layer to provide increased durability for the metal finish;

    whereby said at least one translucent coating allows the decorative metal finish to remain visible therethrough.

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