Restoring Dash Bezel ???

I was wondering if anyone has had any luck in restoring their woodgrain dash bezels. I have bought a few and either the chrome is junk or the woodgrain looks awful. Sometimes both.

Someone must make a decent looking chrome paint. And I've heard a few versions of fixing the woodgrain.

I tried brushing some silver type paint on a junk bezel and it was just okay.

I know CV Platers does great work, but can't spend those $$$$ right now.

Your restoration input would be a great help,,,:cheers::cheers:

Thanks