Silver objects tarnish easily and develop stains and scratches. Here are some suggested ways of maintaining your silver, from an expert.
4 Clean your silver using soft, dry cloth without using any chemical, acid or acetone. Avoid polishing as it may remove protective lacquering.
4 Do not keep your silver in extreme heat and avoid wrapping it in plastic bags as it may cause dampness which speeds up tarnishing.
4 As silver is a soft metal, it should be handled with care. Avoid improper handling and wear gloves while cleaning the precious metal to avoid abrasion.
4 Store in a clean, dry place preferably on a butter paper or soft white cloth.
4 Do you know that toothpaste can clean tarnish? Apply a small amount of paste on the silver, run it under warm water and make a foam that will remove the stubborn stains and dirt from the intricate parts. Use only a soft-bristled toothpaste.
4 A mixture of a teaspoon salt in white vinegar if applied on the silver jewellery results in the much-needed shine and lustre. Give a final touch by polishing it with a soft fabric.
4 Rub a paste of baking soda with warm water on silver, rinse it with warm water and polish with a dry soft cloth.
You can directly sprinkle baking soda on the silver to remove the stubborn tarnish.
4 White salt can work wonders for silver. In a pan, place an aluminium foil at the bottom and add water (2-3 inches), salt. Boil the mixture and add silver items; immerse silver items completely in the liquid and dry and buff with a soft cloth.