The most common application of silver plating is the bright and shiny look it gives to the material, which makes it popular for aesthetic purposes. However, aside from purely cosmetic effects, silver plated components have a wealth of applications across numerous industries. Silver is naturally resistant to numerous chemical substances and is the single most conductive material commonly used in electroplating. This makes it an attractive proposition for many industries including automotive (particularly as part of exhaust systems), rail, power generation, industrial, and domestic.