How To Keep Your Silverware Clean and Tarnish-Free
Today, I will share some wise mom tips on how to keep your silverware clean and tarnish-free. Some might say, oh that’s such an easy task. But who knows? You might be doing it all wrong! It is important to keep our silverware clean, looking new and tarnish-free at all times. Even the smallest details would reflect on what kind of a home-maker and person you are.
Cleaning and caring for your silverware
Wash them promptly after every meal to keep them tarnish-free, and to avoid discoloration. Wash silverware in hot, sudsy water, and rinse them in hot, clean water. Do not soak silverware in water for long periods. Doing so loosens the knife handles and dulls the finish.
Wash silverware immediately after contact with certain foods like mayonnaise, mustard, eggs, and any form of rubber, because they tarnish the silver.
Using a clean cloth, dry each piece immediately, right after washing. It is important to wipe each piece of silverware dry. Never leave them to try themselves.
Then store properly in a place where it wont get scratched and would not get exposed to air. Constant exposure of silverware to air will cause them to tarnish.
Cleaning Your Silverware In case of tarnish building up
Apply a silver cleaner on a soft clean cloth. Wipe the silverware using gentle. lengthwise strokes until tarnish is removed. Follow the contour of each piece, and never use circular or rubbing motion.
Wash silverware in hot, sudsy water, and rinse them thoroughly in hot, clean water. Then wipe them dry immediately, after washing. Store properly.
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