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sterling stains!

23 years ago

I expected my silverplate flatware to erode eventually, but my sterling -- Towle's "French Provencial" -- has started showing large black spots after dishwasher. I've tried everything I know of to remove spots to no avail. Help? chery-va

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23 years ago
Polish it thoroughly with Wright's Silver cream (may take several polishings), and from now on, hand wash it promptly after use.

Dishwashers are bad for sterling, china and crystal ... despite what the ads say.
lindac
23 years ago
I put my sterling in the dishwasher....have for 35 years.....
One dishwasher did stain some pieces....but it was configured so the silver basket was so that the detergent dumped directly onto the silver.......so I moved!! LOL!
I find the best way to remove a black spot on my sterling is with Wrights polish on my finger......just rub until the stain is gone.
Another "nono" is putting silver with food still on it into the dishwasher and leaving it for several hours. The moisture and salt, vinegar, fruit...or whatever can stain your silver.
Linda C
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