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Watch the video first, then use the checklist below when you contact a casting facility.
Casting facility checklist
When you contact a casting facility for the first time, it's normal not to know what to ask. These questions help you avoid surprises, compare services and choose a casting house that suits your work and budget.
- Metals offeredWhat metals do you cast with? (e.g. brass, bronze, sterling silver, 9k gold)
- Casting processDo you offer lost wax (investment) casting?
- Cast-in-place stonesDo you cast with stones in place? Is there an additional charge?
- Minimum orderWhat are your minimum order quantities?
- PricingHow is pricing calculated? (per piece, per gram, setup fees)
- Turnaround timeWhat is your typical turnaround time?
- Finishing (optional)Do you offer polishing, plating or any clean up services?
- Failure policyWhat is your policy if a cast fails?
- PackagingWhat is your preferred packaging and shipping method for wax designs that are sent to you?
- Packaging returnsWill you return containers or packaging after casting?
- DeliveryWhere should wax models be sent or delivered?
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