PVD vs Chrome Plating
Why PVD Chrome?
- PVD Chrome finishes are 100 times lighter than traditional chrome.
- PVD Chrome finishes do not add any additional weight to the wheel.
- PVD Chrome finishes are completely environmentally green.
- Three year warranty that covers against pitting and peeling.
- Damaged PVD wheels can be repaired or re-coated.
- PVD wheels can be used year-round and only require basic cleaning with warm soapy water.
- The entire PVD coating process is completed in the United States.
Why Not Traditional Chrome?
- Traditional chrome plating will almost always start to pit & peel within 12-24 months.
- Traditional chrome plating adds an average of 2 to 3 pounds per wheel.
- Chrome plating involves the use of very toxic chemicals and is close to being banned in Europe and the U.S.
- Damaged chrome plated wheels usually cannot be repaired or re-plated.
- Chrome plated wheels require a lot of preventive maintenance and should be removed for winter months.
