Watch the HydroChrome Mirror Process
HydroChrome Mirror Finish.
A high-reflectivity, mirror chrome-style finish engineered for parts that cannot be traditionally electroplated — including plastics, polymers and 3D-printed components. We achieve a true mirror appearance without the weight or limits of metal plating.
Mirror chrome without metal plating weight.
Chrome Where Plating Can't Go
Traditional chrome electroplating requires conductive metal and baths that warp or melt plastics. HydroChrome is a spray-and-dip mirror process that works on almost any properly prepared substrate.
Works On Non-Metal
Plastics, polymers, composites and 3D-printed parts — anywhere electroplating is impossible or impractical.
True Mirror Look
High-reflectivity mirror chrome appearance without the weight, cost or turnaround of metal plating.
Durable Clear Seal
Sealed in automotive 2K clear coat for gloss depth and resistance to fuel, heat and UV.
Where It Shines
From show-quality engine bays to bespoke 3D-printed pieces.
Automotive Engine Bays
Corvette engine & intake covers, Holden Commodore grilles, mirror covers, badges and emblems.
Wheels & Trim
Centre caps, lip accents and trim pieces where a mirror finish beats standard chrome plating.
Interior & Consoles
Centre consoles, interior trim surrounds, dash accents and badge work.
3D-Printed & Bespoke
Custom 3D-printed badges, display pieces, props, sculptures and marine trim — including parts that can't be electroplated.
HydroChrome on Corvette Engine Covers
A custom Corvette deserves an engine bay that looks as sharp as the rest of the car. These covers were transformed in our Burleigh Heads studio — a mirror-reflective appearance without traditional metal plating weight.
Substrate
High-Temp Polymer
Finish
High-Reflectivity Chrome
When the Original Chrome Has Failed
Old instrument clusters, gauge bezels and trim often arrive with pitted, peeling or fully oxidized original chrome that can't be salvaged. We strip it back and rebuild the surface, then apply a HydroChrome mirror finish that rivals — and often outshines — factory plating. Drag the slider to see a failed-chrome cluster brought back to a flawless gleam.
- Stripped, prepped and re-finished in our Burleigh Heads studio.
- Sealed in automotive 2K clear coat for a durable, fuel-and-UV-resistant shine.
- Works on the plastic and composite bezels plating can't reach.
Preview a Metal Finish on Your Wheel
Pick a metal effect below, then drag the slider to reveal that HydroChrome finish applied to the same bare alloy wheel. Every option is a real reflective mirror finish available from our studio.
Mirror-bright reflective silver chrome — the classic look, no plating weight.
Not Sure If Your Part Qualifies?
Heat exposure, material flexibility and surface condition all affect whether HydroChrome will hold up on your part. Send us photos or drop by the Burleigh Heads workshop and we'll confirm suitability and the right clear coat for the job.
Send a HydroChrome Mirror Job
Tell us the part, the desired mirror finish and the substrate — no need to upload photos here. Once you submit, you'll receive an SMS shortly where you can reply with photos of your parts and Blair will assess suitability and call you.
Have a part to HydroChrome?
Call Blair to discuss the part and finish, or send details through our quote form.