THE ENDURING ELEGANCE OF SILVERPLATE Nothing can match the distinctive beauty of silver. Along with exceptional cuisine, fine wines and hospitable service, fine silverplate helps you establish an identity of excellence. Silver actually becomes more beautiful and durable with use; normal handling and burnishing hardens the surface and develops the mellow patina associated with antique silver. In addition, today's improved, portable burnishing equipment makes it simple to give your silverplate the best care at a reasonable cost, with a minimum of labor. Silverplate particularly prior to burnishing. Pieces should be de-tarnished about every 15 days. Consult a reputable manufacturer of the silverplate or of the de-tarnishing product for the method best suited to your needs. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully. Always remove knives with stainless steel blades from the de-tarnishing solution within 30 seconds. Longer exposure tends to lead to discoloration and corrosion of the blades. DE-TARNISHING: Critical to the care of silverplate is proper de-tarnishing, BURNISHING: Invest in a fine vibratory or tumble-type burnishing machine, manufactured in sizes to fit any operation. Always keep your burnisher clean and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not burnish hollow handle knives. STORING: Provide adequate space when storing, ideally away from air conditioning and sulfur containing vapors.
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