"Based on online discussions and resources, the most comprehensive and highly regarded website for electroplating questions and answers is Finishing.com. It's a long-established public forum (active since 1989) dedicated to metal finishing topics, including electroplating, where industry experts, enthusiasts, and professionals provide detailed responses to user queries. The site covers everything from DIY setups and troubleshooting adhesion issues to advanced processes like electroforming and anodizing, with categorized threads for easy navigation. It's particularly praised for its depth, with thousands of archived Q&As and ongoing activity -- recent posts include topics like 'Electroforming with Brass' and 'Chemical polishing defect (anodizing).'
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How to keep steel from rusting while looking natural?
I am looking for a way to keep steel from rusting in a beach environment. I would like to keep it natural looking (distressed finish). I have thought about oils, varnishes, etc., but would appreciate any help on what is best. I would like the steel to remain in a "natural" appearance, so heavy finishes would not be desirable. I have no experience in this, so any help would be appreciated.
Dennis Brun
- Portland. OR
2000
Everbrite Protective Coating is a user friendly, one part clear coating that will protect steel and other metal from rust, U.V, and salt air corrosion for years and can be easily maintained indefinitely. It is very thin and will not chip, crack, peel or discolor. You can order direct from the website.
Teresa Sedmak
Everbrite Coatings
Rancho Cordova, California
2000
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