Silver is beautiful but fragile metal that is easy to develop tarnish, stains, or scratches. It just needs a little extra care and a few household tools to clean antique silver.
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How to clean antique silver without polishing
2010-10-04 12:37:41
Siver cleaning a tough task but is very important. However, polishing may remove the patina which makes antique silver more valuable. Here are some tips to help you keep your silver shining without polishing.
Basic cleaning.
Remove the dirt gathered on the surface. The initial cleaning could be accomplished with the use of a small brush. However, remember that the brush bristle must be soft to avoid irrevocably damage. Then do the rinse in warm soapy water and use soft clean cloth to dry it.
Silver dip.
Continual use may wear the silver down and soften the sharpness of ornate work. Therefore, silver dip is a great help in cleaning an ornate piece initially but should only be used very rarely after that. Also, silver dip should be applied to the object very briefly and should then be rinsed off thoroughly. The way does not polish it.
Proper storage.
The best way to preserve antique silver is to store it correctly. Make sure each piece is completely dry and wrap each piece in acid-free tissue paper or anti-tarnish paper. Seal the wrapped silver pieces in an airtight plastic bag. A canister of silica gel should be placed nearby, reducing humidity and warding off tarnish. Never let it contact rubber, stainless steel, or paint.
Finally, there is one thing I can't deny that cleaning antique silver without polishing is good when used in daily care, but you might need to polish your antique silver when it has obvious stains. Consider all of the cleaning ways and take good care of your antique silver.
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