Depending on the type of metal, it could take a few days, up to 2 weeks. When getting a quote insure you add as much information as possible to get the correct time frame and amount

Yes, The purity and hardness of the final electro-deposited gold will be equivalent to Type I, and 2, Grade C specifications as indicated in MIL-G-45204C, as follows: Purity - 99.7 percent gold minimum Hardness - Knoop hardness 130-200 Density of Plate - 12.45 mg/in²/µm (thickness)

To wash your jewelry and free it of accumulated oils, use warm water and mild soap. Clean the nooks and contours of your jewelry using a soft toothbrush that you move in a gentle, circular motion. Toothpaste may also be used but choose a gentle type without any abrasives or whitening agents. Avoid rubbing too hard as this may chip off some of the plating. WD-40 is an alternative cleaning agent for gold plated jewelry because it is tough on dirt and grime. Avoid using harsh metal cleaners on gold plated jewelry. These abrasive cleaners will only wear away the thin layers of gold and reveal the base metal

The answer depends on what you are trying to accomplish with the design. If you are looking for a warmer, sunnier appearance then you would want 18k gold plating—this gives the piece the look of fine jewelry in the same caratage. 14k gold plating is used to give a golden sheen jewelry—remember the amount of gold used for plating is commonly negligible so that this point is more about appearance and design, rather than value. Better sterling-based pieces are often plated in 18k to compete with fine 18k or even 14k gold jewelry. In my opinion, 18k gold plating is more convincing in terms giving the piece a more luxe look, while 14k gold plating can look lighter or whiter than fine jewelry crafted in 14k gold.

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