How to Clean Sterling Silver at Home
- 1). Wash sterling silver items in warm, sudsy water after use or if they become dirty. It is especially important to clean sterling silver flatware and dining items immediately after use, as prolonged exposure to food may permanently tarnish them.
- 2). Dry the items immediately after washing. Do not allow them to air dry, as this may cause spotting. Prolonged dampness may damage the metal.
- 3). Polish items with a soft cloth and professional silver polish. Select a silver polisher in the jewelry section of your favorite store. Apply a small amount of silver polish to the sterling silver item and rub with the cloth until the item is shiny.
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