If you've already run your pewter piece through the dishwasher, you don't have to worry too much as there are a few methods to restoring its finish. The easiest way to clean your pewter is to hand-wash your pieces in warm, soapy water. Stand them upright to reduce the risk of warpin...
Before attempting to clean badly tarnished brass, ask yourself if the antique appearance of the item may actually contribute to its beauty. The patina is part of the charm of some vintage pieces, and cleaning it may remove some of its appeal and value. For a valuable piece, you might want...
Brasso works on brass, copper, chrome, bronze, stainless steel, pewter, and aluminum. It'sa cleaner, polish and protection solution inone, for when you need to buff up lackluster brass, kitchenware and more - no polishing wheel required. How do you clean badly tarnished copper? Vinegar and ...
Since pewter stains easily, wash pewter food containers and flatware immediately after use. Acidic foods, salt, and salad dressing are likely to blacken pewter. Silver We have three foolproof recipes for removing tarnish from your silver: Place tarnished silver in a glass dish, add a piece of ...
It was badly tarnished so I cleaned it. It reads Early American, then the IS symbol, then International Silver Company, a number 4133, and 18 IN. How can I find out if it is real silver or silver plated? It has no EPNS or EP on the tray to indicate that it is plated, but it ...