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Commercial Gold Plating Services

Gold Plating Quality Assurance: Precision & Reliability

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What is Commercial Gold Plating?

Commercial gold plating is the process of applying a thin, durable layer of real gold to components, parts, or products on a large-scale or industrial basis. Unlike retail gold plating, which focuses on individual jewellery or accessories, commercial plating is designed for manufacturers, businesses, and production lines that require consistent, high-quality results across multiple items.

This type of plating is used for both functional and aesthetic purposes, including:

Enhancing appearance

giving products a premium gold finish for luxury items, jewellery components, or decorative accessories.

Improving performance

gold’s natural corrosion resistance, conductivity, and durability make it ideal for electronics, engineering, and high-precision applications.

Batch consistency

commercial plating ensures every component meets the same high-quality standards, which is essential for production efficiency and client satisfaction.

At XGold, our commercial gold plating services are tailored to the needs of businesses across the UK. We combine professional-grade plating equipment, expert quality control, and high-purity gold finishes to deliver long-lasting, visually stunning results that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.

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Industries That Use Commercial Gold Plating

Commercial gold plating is widely used across multiple industries where both aesthetic appeal and functional performance are critical. At XGold, we provide tailored solutions for businesses requiring consistent, high-quality gold finishes on a large scale.

Key Industries We Serve:

Electronics & Electrical Components

Gold’s excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance make it ideal for circuit boards, connectors, switches, and other critical electronic parts.

Aerospace & Engineering

Components in aerospace and high-precision engineering often require gold plating to enhance durability, protection against corrosion, and performance under extreme conditions.

Jewellery Manufacturing

Gold plating is used in bulk for rings, chains, bracelets, and fashion jewellery, ensuring uniform finishes and luxury appeal for finished products.

Luxury Accessories & Fashion

Watches, pens, cufflinks, and other premium accessories benefit from commercial plating to maintain a high-quality, lasting gold appearance.

Medical & Scientific Equipment

Gold plating can protect instruments and devices from wear and corrosion while maintaining biocompatibility and reliability in sensitive applications.

By serving a wide range of sectors, XGold ensures that businesses receive professional commercial gold plating services that combine expert craftsmanship, fast turnaround, and reliable quality control.

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Precision Gold Plating for Trade, Manufacturing & Design

At XGold, we offer specialist commercial gold plating services designed for trade clients, manufacturers, and designers who demand consistent quality at scale. Whether you’re producing fine jewellery, luxury accessories, or high-spec components, our process ensures each item is coated with a flawless layer of real gold.

Gold-plated ring with a geometric cut-out design, showcasing premium craftsmanship, relevant to XGold's gold plating services in Woking.

Jewellery brands & OEM producers

From established names to emerging labels, we provide consistent gold finishes that meet brand standards. We offer both 18k and 24k gold, and rose gold, options with controlled thickness for durability and visual appeal.

Elegant pocket watch with a silver finish and a chain, representing luxury and timeless craftsmanship, relevant to XGold's gold plating services for watches.

Watch and accessory manufacturers

We gold plate components including cases, bezels, clasps, and bands, delivering uniform finishes ideal for mass production or limited-edition runs.

Luxury gold-plated MacBook showcasing a sleek design and high-quality finish, highlighting XGold UK's premium customization services.

Tech and electronics firms

Our gold plating for electronics offers conductivity and corrosion resistance, perfect for connectors, terminals, and decorative tech components.

Gold holiday bells adorned with a red ribbon, pine greenery, and decorative accents, symbolizing festive celebrations and craftsmanship.

Custom designers and workshops

Small-batch producers and bespoke artisans benefit from our flexible plating service, with the same attention to detail as high-volume clients.

Full-Service Commercial Plating Solutions

Our facility is equipped to handle complex, high-volume jobs with tight deadlines. Here’s what makes us a trusted partner:

High-capacity plating equipment

for consistent results across large batches

18k or 24k gold & Rose Gold Plating

with custom micron thickness tailored to client needs

Colour matching

to maintain brand consistency across product lines

Non-disclosure agreements

to protect proprietary or white-label designs

Trade pricing

with discounts for regular or long-term commercial clients

Fast turnaround times

to support your production schedule

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Our team is ready to discuss your project. Contact us today to receive a tailored estimate and discover how XGold’s commercial gold plating can elevate your product offering.

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Why Choose XGold for Business Gold Plating?

With years of industry experience and an unwavering commitment to quality, we deliver:

Exceptional quality control

ensuring every item meets your standards

Scalable services

whether you need 10 pieces or 100

UK-based operations

meaning no long lead times or import complications

Secure handling

and insured shipping for peace of mind

Dedicated trade support

offering consultations and repeat order management

FAQs

  • 2.5 microns is a substantial thickness and should last years if taken care of.

    This all depends on what product you are going to plate and what thickness the gold is deposited

  • Although these items aren’t made of solid gold, the plating is. However, the gold layer must be at least 0.5 microns thick for an item to be designated as “gold plated.”

    Real gold is combined with a different base metal to create gold-plated jewellery and watches.

  • Any specialised finishing, restoration, special handling, or pretreatment would not be included in this.

    At XGold, pricing for gold plating depends on the size, complexity, and condition of the item.

  • You may easily get them replaced with xgold so you can continue wearing them for many years. 

    Over time, gold plating on jewellery fades, but you don’t have to throw away the items you adore

  • Items with heavy wear (like rings) may need more frequent replating.

    We can plate most metals including silver, brass, copper, and stainless steel.

  • You can send your item from anywhere in the UK using DPD or UPS, with delivery to us (XGold) the following day. Your item will then be plated and, where possible, returned to you the next day. Check out our delivery process for more details or contact us today.

    Yes – we provide fully insured, secure postal options across the UK for peace of mind.

  • Unlike industrial or bulk plating, retail gold plating is tailored for individual customers and single items—from engagement rings and family heirlooms to modern costume jewellery.

    It offers an affordable way to refresh worn or tarnished pieces, giving them the look and feel of new gold without replacing the original item. Retail services usually include professional cleaning, polishing, and colour-matching, with options for 18k, 24k, or rose gold finishes.

     

    For many customers, it’s a way to:

    • Revive sentimental jewellery (wedding rings, heirlooms, gifts)

    • Refresh fashion jewellery that has lost its shine

    • Restore watches and accessories to a luxury finish

    • Extend the life of favourite pieces with durable, high-quality plating

    Retail gold plating is the process of applying a thin layer of real gold onto jewellery, watches, and fashion accessories to restore or enhance their appearance.

  • Unlike retail gold plating, which focuses on individual jewellery or personal items, commercial gold plating is used by businesses, workshops, and manufacturers to deliver consistent, high-quality finishes across batches of items.
     

    Commercial gold plating can serve both aesthetic and functional purposes:

    • Enhancing appearance – giving products, fittings, or accessories a premium gold finish.

    • Improving performance – gold’s natural conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability make it ideal for electronics, engineering, and aerospace applications.

    • Scaling production – enables multiple items to be plated quickly and consistently, ensuring a uniform, professional finish.


    In practice, commercial gold plating is often used for:

    • Jewellery brands producing collections in bulk

    • Luxury accessories such as watches, pens, and fittings

    • Electrical contacts and components needing gold’s conductivity

    • Specialist industries requiring protective or decorative coatings

    Commercial gold plating refers to the large-scale application of gold coatings to components, parts, or products for industrial, commercial, or manufacturing purposes.

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