Is it permissible to decorate houses with gold-plated chandeliers, and what is the ruling on working in the factory that gilds them?

Question:
Some factories gild chandeliers and some vessels with a very thin layer of gold. Is it permissible to use these chandeliers as decoration in houses, and is working in the factory that gilds them forbidden? Please inform us; may Allah reward you.

Answer:
Yes, it is not permissible to use gold-plated chandeliers, and it is not permissible for a Muslim to manufacture them and make it his trade, because this is among what is prohibited: using gold in vessels, chandeliers, or anything else, or even what is said to be used in other things like car keys or the like. All of this is forbidden; it is not permissible.
It is not permissible for men or for women, because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) prohibited making vessels from gold, as well as anything containing gold in vessels, and the like of other items used by people, such as a pen, an inkwell, a lamp, or other personal items, or keys, because this is among the luxury that is prohibited. Therefore, it is not permissible for a person to use it, and it is not permissible for the owner of the factory to make it for people, sell it, or make it for a fee. Yes. May Allah bless you.