Gold Re-plating in Doha: Restore Faded Gold-Plated Jewellery and Accessories
Gold-plated jewellery, watch cases, cufflinks, pens and decorative pieces are hugely popular in Qatar. The plating is a thin layer, and in Qatar's heat, sweat and perfume wear it away faster.
Signs it needs re-plating
- Silver or copper showing through.
- Uneven, patchy colour.
- Dull areas that don't polish up.
What can be re-plated
Rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, watch cases and bracelets, cufflinks, pens, and decorative items. Bag hardware too — see bag hardware re-plating.
The process
Pieces are cleaned, polished and prepared, then electroplated with gold. Renova's gold re-plating takes about a week.
Make it last
Put perfume on before jewellery, remove pieces before the gym or pool, and store them separately so they don't scratch.
Everything You Need to Know
Can solid gold be re-plated?
Solid gold doesn't need plating; it can be polished instead.
How long does re-plating last?
It depends on wear. Pieces worn daily against skin wear faster than occasional pieces.
Can you change silver to gold colour?
Yes, silver-tone pieces can be gold-plated.
Written by the Renova team
