Jewellery & Metal
Tarnished Bag Hardware? Re-plating Clasps, Chains and Buckles
4 min read
Gold hardware is a signature of many designer bags, and it's often the first thing to look tired: chains rub against clothes, clasps are handled daily, and feet scrape on tables.
What can be restored
- Chain straps.
- Clasps, turn-locks and logos.
- Bag feet and rings.
- Belt buckles and shoe hardware.
The process
Hardware is cleaned, polished and re-plated. Renova's gold re-plating takes about a week. Combined with bag retouching, the whole bag looks refreshed.
Before selling
Hardware condition matters for resale — see restoring a bag before selling.
Everything You Need to Know
Does the hardware need removing from the bag?
It depends on the piece. We assess each bag.
Can you match the original gold tone?
We match as closely as possible to the original.
How long does it take?
About seven days.
Written by the Renova team
