How Do You Clean A Silver Platter?
Hydrogen sulfide in the air, humid environments, rubber bands, felt, latex gloves, oil, eggs or mayonnaise all promote the development of tarnish on silver, according to the Society of American Silversmiths. Keep your silver platter in tip-top shape by cleaning it properly after each use and removing tarnish as necessary. Cover a work area with a towel to absorb water or work over a sink. Fill a small container with warm water and add two to three drops of non-lemon scented, phosphate-free dish washing liquid to the bowl. Agitate with a spoon or your fingers to mix the soap and water together and form bubbles. Dip a clean, soft cloth into the soapy solution and squeeze lightly. Wash the platter thoroughly with the dampened, soapy cloth. Rinse the cloth under running water to remove soap residue and squeeze lightly. Rinse the platter with the wet cloth. Dry the platter with a clean, soft cloth to avoid water spots from forming on the platter’s surface. Pour a dime-sized amount of aloe-f
