Decorative finish
Black Nickel Plating
Black nickel plating gives a distinctive dark, decorative metallic finish with light corrosion resistance, often sealed with oil or lacquer for improved durability. It's chosen where appearance matters: lighting, instruments, luxury hardware, and trim.
- Thickness
- 1–2 microns
- Finish
- Black metallic
- Turnaround
- 5–7 working days
Process data

| Materials | Steel, brass, and copper alloys |
|---|---|
| Thickness | Typically 1–2 microns |
| Finish | Black metallic · oil or lacquer sealed |
| Standards | ISO 4527 where applicable |
| Compliance | RoHS and REACH compliant |
| Turnaround | Typically 5–7 working days |
| Typical uses | Lighting, luxury hardware, automotive trim, instruments, decorative engineering, firearms accessories (where lawful) |
Maximum part size
Max 15 kg
| Finish | Max weight | Max size (L × D × Br) |
|---|---|---|
| Black nickel | 15 kg | 600 × 150 × 500 mm |
Frequently asked questions
- ISO 9001 certified
- Made in Britain member
- IMF member (Institute of Metal Finishing)
- Free Certificate of Conformity
- Fast turnaround: 3–7 days, 24-hour service on request
- 25+ years’ combined experience