How To : Polish Your Silver
I love the classic vintage look of tarnished silver, but sometimes it is nice to polish these pieces off and see some of the details they have to offer. In just a few simple steps you can have perfectly polished silver. This is great for bringing an old piece back to life or for pieces you find at a thrift store or garage sale.
While gathering up your silver, go ahead and get a pot of water boiling. Once you have your silver together, start by finding an aluminum pan to place your silver into. Once you have your pieces are arranged in a single layer sprinkle baking soda over them and into the pan. Next pour the boiling water into the pan and let this sit for a few minutes.
Since the silver is going to be very hot, use a pair on tongs to remove from the pan and set them on a heat safe surface. Next you will want to take an old rag and add some silver polish to it. Begin to rub the silver and pay close attention to the grooves and details of the pieces.
Using a separate clean rag, begin to buff the pieces and clean off any remaining polish. Complete this process 2-3 times a year if you want your silver to maintain a clean and shiny look.
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For a more detailed explanation check out this how to video above. Let me know how this worked for you and share some pictures of your treasured silver pieces with me!
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