Mueller Custom Coatings

Unique finishes for your one-of-a-kind projects

In addition to our large-scale manufacturing capacity, we also offer custom coatings for novelty, display items, sports gear and other items at a small or one-off scale. Because of our expertise and efficiencies within the large runs, we are able to accommodate hobbyists and developers at a smaller scale.

Custom Vacuum Chrome and Custom Painting

Mock up of Mueller's Decorative Vacuum Metalizing Finishes Catalog

Decorative Vacuum Metalized Finishes Catalog

Explore our 50+ finishes available to
elevate your project finishes.

Custom Vacuum Chrome Coatings

Using a series of spray-painted base and top coats, combined with our time-tested vacuum metalizing process, we are able to achieve a seamless, chrome appearance on even the most complex plastic part. Adding dyes to our protective spray painted top coats allow us to attain bright chrome colors beyond silver, including:

  • Chrome
  • Gold
  • Bronze
  • Copper
  • Black chrome and gunmetal

  • Chrome Colors
  • Satin Chrome Colors

Examples of custom vacuum chrome projects

• Automotive and motorsport accessories and trim
• Prototypes and models including 3D printed parts.
• Toys and novelty items
• Point of Purchase Displays
• Sculptures and artwork
• Motion picture and theatre props

Custom Painting

We are able to achieve a variety of finishes applying different types of custom paint including acrylics, urethanes, lacquers, ceramics and more.

  • Gloss finishes
  • Semi satin finishes
  • High metallic finishes
  • Cerakote Ceramic finishes
  • Soft touch or soft feels
  • Matte finishes
Assortment of decorated coated products by Mueller Coatings

Sporting Goods Coatings

Mock up of Mueller's Decorative Vacuum Metalizing Finishes Catalog

Download Our Decorative Vacuum Metalizing Finishes Catalog

Explore our 50+ finishes available to
elevate your project finishes.

Sporting Goods Custom Chrome and Matte Coatings

Vacuum Metalizing is an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution for achieving a unique chrome look on plastic pieces. We offer matte, chrome, chrome colors, and two chrome color coatings for sporting goods.

Please note vacuum metalizing is not chrome plating and does not have the same durability or corrosive resistance.

Download our order sheet and customize your one of a kind look today!

  • Chrome
  • Gold
  • Bronze
  • Copper
  • Black chrome and gunmetal

  • Chrome Colors
  • Satin Chrome Colors

Plastic Chrome Restoration

Plastic Chrome Restoration

The majority of chrome trim in 1960s-1980s automotive interiors was achieved by using vacuum metalized plastics. Over time, the finish can get worn down and begin to deteriorate.

Mueller Coatings has over 20 years of experience in vacuum metalized chrome restoration of OEM dashboards, instrument cluster bezels, center consoles, armrests, HVAC vents, etc.,

Plastic Chrome Restoration