A faucet's finish is its first line of defense against wear and tear. At Youchu, we offer a range of finishes, from classic Chrome to modern PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) colors like Matte Black and Brushed Gold, all applied to meet the highest industry standards.
Our Electroplating process is a multi-stage, meticulous operation:
Pre-treatment: Parts undergo ultrasonic cleaning and electro-cleaning to remove all impurities.
Multi-Layer Plating: We employ a multi-layer plating system, typically featuring a base layer of copper (for adhesion), followed by nickel (for corrosion resistance), and a final top layer of chrome or PVD coating. This triple-layer system ensures our finishes can pass rigorous ASTM B117 salt spray tests, resisting corrosion for hundreds of hours.
For our premium PVD finishes, the process occurs in a vacuum chamber, where a thin, ultra-hard ceramic layer is fused to the substrate at a molecular level. The result is a surface that is highly resistant to scratches, tarnishing, and fading, ensuring that the faucet retains its aesthetic appeal for years, even under constant use.