Neo-Stoicism is a syncretic movement, combining a revival of Stoicism with Christianity, founded by the Belgian Humanist Justus Lipsius (1547 - 1606). It is a practical philosophy which holds that the basic rule of good life is that one should not yield to the passions (greed, joy, fear and sorrow), but submit to God.
Powder coatings have been applied successfully over chrome plating for many years. I recommend that you first neutralize the surface and remove any salts from the plating system by first rinsing the parts in virgin DI water. Of course, don't forget to dry the parts before powder coating.
To remove small rust spots from chrome, you can use aluminum foil or steel wool to rub the chrome until the rust spots are gone. After the rust spots are gone, wipe off any dust from the chrome surface, and then put some car wax on the chrome to seal it and protect it from moisture.