Silver plating

Silver plating is a process that is often used to coat objects made of other metals with a thin layer of silver. This process is carried out for various reasons, including aesthetic improvements, corrosion protection and increasing the value of the material.

Typically, silver plating is carried out using electrochemical or chemical processes. In electrochemical silver plating, the object to be silver plated is immersed in a silver solution as a cathode, while a silver anode is also placed in the solution. When an electrical voltage is applied, silver is released from the anode and deposited on the object. Chemical processes use special silver solutions or preparations to apply a layer of silver to the object. Silver-plated objects can have a shiny, silvery surface and are often found in jewelry, cutlery, decorative items and other applications.