When it comes to your silver jewelry, you may want to use something that's specifically designed for this category, as you don't want to damage your diamonds or gemstones in the process. While it's not safe on pearls ( few silver polishes are), the Brilliant silver cleaner is safe on most non-porous precious and semi-precious gems. It also comes with a basket so you can easily dip, remove, and drain your silver jewelry from the polish.

To use Wright’s silver polish, put a small amount on a sponge or cloth. Rub it onto your silver items, taking special care to get it into small crevices and designs. You may need to work it in more to get rid of tarnish or older build-up. Rinse the excess off and buff with a clean cloth. You'll need two cloths, one for application and one to buff your silver to a high shine. Some silver jewellery pieces have oxidised finishes and are often referred to as antique silver. This dark colouration is designed to give sterling silver jewellery an aged effect, and it can be damaged or even removed by some silver cleaners. Wiping these pieces gently with a silver cleaning cloth is your best option to avoid damage.A. Because silver cleaning wipes require very little rubbing, they are a good choice for wiping tarnish off silverplate. Just be sure to choose a quality product that doesn’t contain harsh chemicals for use on delicate or thinly plated items. Using a silver cleaning cloth is arguably the easiest way to clean small silver items. In addition to doing a good job of removing tarnish, the soft material buffs the metal for a mirror-like shine. Always be mindful with silver-plated pieces," says Gazzo. "Dip them in the product very briefly and always rinse with water and dry them immediately with a soft cloth." This polish is safe for sterling silver, plated silver, jewelry, antique silver, and flatware. It also has an anti-tarnish agent. After you use it on your silver pieces, they are less likely to develop tarnish in the future. This cream protects as well as cleans and shines.

Silver polishes come in various forms, including foam, cream, liquid, disposable wipes, wadding, and cloth. Choosing the right type could depend on the type of silver item you're cleaning (like cutlery, jewelry, or cookware) and whether or not you need a heavy-duty cleaner. You should also consider the cleanup process for the product you choose. For example, using a cream polish might be more effective, but will leave behind more of a mess. These gloves can clean, polish, and prevent tarnish on sterling, gold, and silver-plated items. But once they've reached the end of their lifespan, these gloves should be replaced rather than washed. However, you may find success with washing them and applying a separate polish cleaner. And, of course, you should wear gloves and ventilate your space when using this cleaner. When tarnish comes off, hydrogen sulfide is created, which can be pretty smelly. It’ll stink just like rotten eggs. Because the fumes are so strong, it’s advisable to work in smaller areas and allow yourself to get fresh air between applications. It’s also important to rinse each item thoroughly after you use Tarn-X. While this stuff is a miracle worker, you need to know that you can’t use this solution on gold or diamonds. Just read the instructions thoroughly before using.Flatware: While a cream or liquid will work well with utensils, cleaning a large silverware set using this method can be tedious and time-consuming. Dips that allow you to put multiple pieces of silver into a solution can speed up the cleaning of a 46-piece flatware set. After rising your silver items with cool water, always dry them with a soft towel. Gazzo says it's important to make sure your items are completely dry before storing them, preferably in a place with indirect sunlight and proper airflow.

Add salt ( sodium chloride) and baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) to the water. Some recipes call for 2 teaspoons of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of salt, whereas others call for 2 tablespoons each of baking soda and salt. There's really no need to measure the amounts precisely—just use a spoonful or two of each substance. If you have a major tarnish-removing job to accomplish, you should consider using a silver polish. Also referred to as silver creams, these cleaners work almost like car wax. Rub them on and buff them off to reveal a beautiful shine. The downside is that they are more labour intensive to use, and because they require some rubbing, they can be harsh on silverplate. The final step requires thorough rinsing for best results. Silver tarnishes over time as it oxidizes when exposed to sulfur compounds in the air, causing otherwise brilliant silver to appear dim and dirty," says Fahey. "Fortunately, this is only skin deep as silver polish reverses the surface layer of oxidation, revealing the shine underneath."Antiques: Gentle cleaners are best with antiques that have a silver patina. Stronger cleaners will remove patinas, stealing some of the character of your antique. You’ll need an application cloth as well as water to rinse away the dirt, tarnish, and excess solution. We recommend a microfiber cloth, especially if your items have small pieces, intricate designs, or delicate areas. Not only will the microfiber provide a soft surface to buff with, but it can also reduce lint and other exposures. You may also want to use scrubbing brushes from W. J. Hagerty, sold separately, which are soft enough for silver pieces.

Directions: Dab a little bit on a soft cloth, rub it on any silver item, rinse it clean, and buff it dry. To find the best silver polishes, we spent hours researching various silver cleaning products while considering factors such as type, formula, and function. We also spoke to Casey Fahey, restorer and head polisher of East Village Bangles; Esme Rogers-Evans, expert jewelry designer at Duxford Studios; and Alessandro Gazzo of Emily's Maids, for product recommendations and tips on what to look for. They also explained how silver polish cleaners actually work:Today’s silver polish includes powerful ingredients designed to remove tarnish by separating the sulfur from the silver to preserve the piece while cleaning it. This makes it safe for polishing silver-plated objects as well as solid silver pieces. Although these formulas are closely guarded secrets, most include chemicals that remove tarnish and leave protective films that resist scratches and prevent tarnish from forming. Plates: Sprays, foams, and creams work well for cleaning large silver pieces such as plates or teapots. This type of silver polish allows you to remove large amounts of tarnish while leaving a substantial film to protect the silver from future tarnish. To clean badly tarnished silver, you need to use a heavy-duty cleaner that is strong enough to cut through the layers of tarnish. Q. What is the best way to clean sterling silver? Wright’s cream is a trusted brand that works great to clean and shine a variety of metals, including silver, chrome, and pewter. It can even work for porcelain. But the real benefit and the reason it’s at the top of our list is how well it removes tarnish. It won’t scratch no matter how hard you scrub, as long as you use a soft cloth. We recommend using a rag or other cloth that you’ll only use for this purpose to avoid it becoming contaminated with other cleaning agents that are not safe for silver. This polish comes with a sponge that can be used to rub the cream into your items.