How to Clean Vintage Silver Plate

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  • Опубліковано 18 чер 2024
  • Thank you for checking out this quick and easy way to get your silver plated thrifts looking immaculate.
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  • @spankymagee
    @spankymagee 3 місяці тому +8

    Thats cool, I looked up this video to clean an item and it's THE EXACT same teapot you picked up.

  • @jamesdalton3082
    @jamesdalton3082 7 місяців тому +14

    For those of us who love the look of silver but hate to polish it, look into Renaissance Wax. It's a high quality professional material used by museums to help preserve items. On anything that isn't for food use, Renaissance wax will preserve the shine for a year or more. It makes silver care much easier.

    • @veroandsal
      @veroandsal Місяць тому

      I will look into that. I don't use it for serving, just display so I guess this will work for me :D

  • @cassie133
    @cassie133 Рік тому +11

    We love that you are taking care of your Grandma's spoons❤️❤️

  • @susanbarry1834
    @susanbarry1834 6 місяців тому +8

    Thank you for this video. I just found my great,great grandmother’s silver bowl in my Dad’s closet. It had a slip of paper inside dated 1903. It’s a pretty piece and I would love to see it shiny again,

  • @jadesoucy-humphreys7507
    @jadesoucy-humphreys7507 Місяць тому +3

    this was such a relaxing video to watch - thank you for the valuable information and I am now excited to polish up my newly acquired silver plated pieces!

  • @kc4765
    @kc4765 Рік тому +15

    Your shinny silver is lovely! Silver maintenance is a pain but the outcome is SO lovely! I hope appreciation of silver returns in the future. Nothing compares to a beautifully set table!

  • @megblair7482
    @megblair7482 7 місяців тому +3

    Thanks Andrew. This has been very helpful. I really like your clear and straightforward presentation style.

  • @connierodenburg129
    @connierodenburg129 Рік тому +2

    Great teaching video! Just in time for the coming holidays. THANK YOU!!

  • @AndrewMocella
    @AndrewMocella Рік тому +2

    Great tips! I just bought a 100 year old silver carving set at auction and they need a nice cleaning and polish this makes it a lot easier than I thought

  • @salbo5248
    @salbo5248 11 місяців тому +2

    Just bought a 20’s silver plate flatware set at a garage sale- They are so much prettier than stainless. Now I’m hooked on adding some additional pieces . Glad to see there us a budget friendly alternative to polish!

  • @reasonablerandys
    @reasonablerandys Рік тому +9

    Nice work, it’s also nice to see someone else who appreciates these old pieces 😊 years back I purchased a pair of candle holders from a garage sale for cheap as they thought they were wrought iron 😂 so black, friends teased me about buying them, after a few hrs of polishing voila beautiful silver

  • @jackspence1
    @jackspence1 Рік тому +3

    Thanks ... very helpful. I needed a reminder of how to do this ... use to use the same technique when we cleaned the silver jewelry in the shop I use to manage. As a side note, some pieces like candelabras often screw apart and make it easier to dip into water. Thanks again, JS.

  • @clanarensdorf9900
    @clanarensdorf9900 3 місяці тому

    I’m so happy with this process I’ve never cleaned my silver so easily before! I’m not a tech person so I don’t know how to show you a photo of how awesome my pieces turned out. But trust me, I’ve shared this video with all my friends. I will never clean silver any other way!

  • @sarahbarrows388
    @sarahbarrows388 Рік тому +7

    Thank you for this video! I love both versions, I wait and see how each new piece feels before i decide to shine up or not, some pieces definitely look better one way over the other. Also. That candelabra is gorgeous!!

  • @janetcouture
    @janetcouture Рік тому

    Thank you for this easy way to bring my plated items back to life. I like it shiny.

  • @jekalambert9412
    @jekalambert9412 2 місяці тому

    I'm always a fan of the tarnished patina of old silver and silver plate, but I did enjoy your video.

  • @regencymanagement4374
    @regencymanagement4374 Рік тому +2

    Thank you. I prefer the shiny finish but also enjoy a little variation in color when a piece has a deeply etched pattern...down inside. I usually clean mine with silver polish. I like what you did and will try it. I agree that it can be relaxing and it's a good feeling when you finish. They look so beautiful.

    • @jamesdalton3082
      @jamesdalton3082 7 місяців тому +1

      I love the feeling of freshly polished and washed silver. I don't mind the occasional work to keep it looking great.

  • @MarieWallace-lw7jd
    @MarieWallace-lw7jd 8 місяців тому

    Looks great. I like the shine

  • @caroct134
    @caroct134 Рік тому

    Looks amazing! Thank you.. personally I prefer the shiny pieces but some pieces look great with the patina… depends on the use I guess.

  • @jlong0w
    @jlong0w 3 місяці тому

    Thank you soo much for the video. My antique silver is gorgeous 😍

  • @MariaM-qm1cl
    @MariaM-qm1cl 11 місяців тому

    I like both versions. Nice method! I will have to try it. I only have a few silver utensils and I have polished them using toothpaste and an old soft toothbrush which works well. I would hate to polish something big that way though.

  • @wet-skunk3373
    @wet-skunk3373 Рік тому +13

    Just two comments. Personally, I'd rinse the pieces after coming out of the bath to wash off any salt residue. No idea if the salt would ever have a negative impact, I just feel its one of those things you just do. :D. After you make your silver shiny again, I'd suggest buying Pacific silver cloth bags to house them. They will never tarnish again, though the bags may cost more than the plate silver.

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому +1

      Awesome tips!

    • @angelamccreary2203
      @angelamccreary2203 Рік тому +1

      Correction by the yard $22

    • @valerielawson6037
      @valerielawson6037 Місяць тому

      If I'm not displaying my silver I wrap item in foil and it won't tarnish.

    • @wet-skunk3373
      @wet-skunk3373 Місяць тому

      @@angelamccreary2203 Silverguard, makes custom to size bags. Though, by the yard is cheaper if you can sew.

  • @milt2511
    @milt2511 6 місяців тому +2

    I think the polished and the antiquated look are equally nice! Depends on intended use 😊

  • @jenniejow
    @jenniejow Місяць тому

    Great video. Thank you so much! It works great.

  • @elizabethnelms2564
    @elizabethnelms2564 Рік тому

    Thank you! I love the shine! Your grandma would be thrilled! Have you tried the anti tarnish storage bags?

  • @donastaciabergeron6568
    @donastaciabergeron6568 7 місяців тому

    Very helpful, I like the pieces either way… However, this has been really helpful for some antique silver plate, Rogers vintage pattern silver plate

  • @atomicpancake1255
    @atomicpancake1255 Рік тому +1

    simple process, and the results sure are impressive!

  • @AbbyExposito
    @AbbyExposito Рік тому +2

    Polished!!!! Thank you for this video! ❤

  • @m33sh4
    @m33sh4 Рік тому

    What a nice video, thank you for sharing!

  • @Tealeafsong
    @Tealeafsong Рік тому

    Just what I was looking for. thank you

  • @simonesimonian
    @simonesimonian Рік тому +2

    On some pieces with designs, it looks good to have some dark areas, but this technique is wonderful! Saves a lot of time. 👍

    • @autumnasters
      @autumnasters 8 місяців тому +1

      Came here to say this lol. But yes, shiny is nice on occasion, but antiquated pieces really add additional depth and character to items with detailing

  • @beckyburns1981
    @beckyburns1981 Рік тому

    Your grandmother would love you!!! After cleaning I use Windex to polish & shine. Good video!

  • @kaye8231
    @kaye8231 Рік тому

    Thanks for this video & sharing your knowledge and know-how. I have some old S&P shakers of my great-grandparents to do this on. They're similar to the ones you had on your table. Are there any tips or tricks I should know regarding cleaning these? Also, to answer your question, I prefer the UNtarnished version of silver & silverplate because I want to imagine (in my case) what the S&P shakers looked like when my great-grandparents received them as a gift.

  • @megaluckydog1212
    @megaluckydog1212 3 місяці тому +1

    Might mention the candelabra is screwed together and may be easily disassembled for cleaning.

  • @dolcevitabaskets2871
    @dolcevitabaskets2871 2 місяці тому

    Great instructions for this process and looks pretty easy! Are you using a regular towel for polishing or a specific polishing cloth? Thanks!

  • @patriciatedwards8670
    @patriciatedwards8670 5 місяців тому

    Good job, Andrew.

  • @elizabethhassett2792
    @elizabethhassett2792 Рік тому

    Thank you, great info.

  • @katherinedomingo4952
    @katherinedomingo4952 Рік тому +1

    Very helpful I have so many pieces I need to Clean and Polish.
    I think I prefer the shiny look

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому

      I like both but it is so rewarding to get them nice and shiny! Thanks for the comment Katherine :)

  • @dustinlindsey4452
    @dustinlindsey4452 Рік тому +1

    Looks great!

  • @katherinedomingo4952
    @katherinedomingo4952 Рік тому +1

    Will you be doing a video on how to best store silver pieces Also perhaps what average costs are of use pieces that you are finding out in the market. Thanks

  • @SparkleMist0915
    @SparkleMist0915 9 місяців тому +1

    Very helpful video -- thank you. BTW, I recognize those spoons as being from Breck's once upon a time. I have a few myself. (Oops, giving away my age here.)

  • @NicholasStein
    @NicholasStein Рік тому

    I think the way you did it left a little of the lowlights on the pieces. I like that. Silver needs the dark part in the grooves to bring out the pattern.
    Have you ever considered washing soda instead of baking soda?

  • @aminazubair4575
    @aminazubair4575 Рік тому

    That’s very good way to remove tarnish , is it safe for Queens Anne silver ware too ??

  • @lezafullerton5941
    @lezafullerton5941 Рік тому +1

    Thank you! I have a hotel coffee pot I pushed to the back of the shelf.

  • @coreysmith3320
    @coreysmith3320 Рік тому +1

    Enjoyed your video mate 👍

  • @aloneinthedark2023
    @aloneinthedark2023 27 днів тому

    Thanks, very cool channel.

  • @doodscollection
    @doodscollection Рік тому

    Wow I like your collections.

  • @dolorestoepel5498
    @dolorestoepel5498 Рік тому

    Thanks so much! Shiny for me.

  • @FemigodtheOracle
    @FemigodtheOracle 2 місяці тому

    They both are nice!

  • @sofikvardanyan9925
    @sofikvardanyan9925 Рік тому +1

    Good job 😊 thank you!

  • @sjfscxxr1973
    @sjfscxxr1973 Місяць тому

    Instead of leaving it in the mixture, could I possibly dip a toothbrush in and then scrub the item? I have a silver jewelry box that needs cleaning, but it has a velvet lining that I don’t want to get wet. I’ve used this method on jewelry before but never scrubbed it manually so I can’t decide.

  • @shedzin
    @shedzin 3 місяці тому

    Can I do this on a Sheffield Plate teapot with a wooden handle and lid finial?

  • @antwhite684
    @antwhite684 Рік тому +1

    Is that a polishing cloth or just a soft rag?

  • @lizzieBabes
    @lizzieBabes 8 місяців тому

    Thank you very much

  • @renatoespinoza8792
    @renatoespinoza8792 3 місяці тому

    Does anyone recommend to eat in a silver plate or have a tea silver service? I have a lot of porcelain but sadly if you are not carefull it tend to broke. Anyone recommend it?

  • @user-ck9rb9qx3e
    @user-ck9rb9qx3e 12 днів тому

    What kind of cloth did you rub the silver with.

  • @twerkinthecityhuh6340
    @twerkinthecityhuh6340 7 місяців тому

    Gotta give it to u though....shirt & tie nice......best dressed channel creator!!

  • @richardherrera6368
    @richardherrera6368 Місяць тому

    I would like to comment before I do this. I have to say that I tried it once with the baking soda and hot water and foil and it did not work, but I see you have an extra ingredient which is the salt. I’ll be trying that in checking to see if it works once again thank you for the information.

  • @juliegio
    @juliegio 6 днів тому

    how do you keep those IMUSA pots so clean?

  • @christinaschmidt3281
    @christinaschmidt3281 Рік тому

    thank you!

  • @mhawley407
    @mhawley407 Рік тому

    Once polished, if washed once or twice a month in warm water and dish detergent will keep the pieces shining.

  • @tamvuk5678
    @tamvuk5678 10 місяців тому +1

    is it food safe even when the silver plate is coming off?

  • @MichaelWhitakerJr
    @MichaelWhitakerJr Рік тому

    I've got a mental clock how would I go about cleaning it? I'd have to se d you a image of it

  • @paulasarlo2688
    @paulasarlo2688 8 місяців тому

    I like the antiquated look , believe it or not .

  • @Kendojin
    @Kendojin Місяць тому

    Does anyone know if this method works on silver plate that's really yellow? I suspect a previous owner may have used tarn X. The more I've looked into this, people have said tarn X will make it really yellow
    It's otherwise very uniformly shiny

  • @kostasveronis5882
    @kostasveronis5882 Рік тому

    Very interesting video. I have a very old silver bowl from my great grandmother. But it became green in some parts. Do you think I can get rid of this with this way?

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching, that’s a very interesting question. I have limited knowledge of chemistry and metals but I think copper typically turns green so if the bowl is plated it could be that the plating had worn down and you’re seeing the base copper. Which wouldn’t really be fixable. True silver usually turns brown or black on the surface but if it is some weird green substance then I would imagine this process would either help or in any case not make things worse for your great grandma’s bowl.

  • @Lic.en.derecho
    @Lic.en.derecho Рік тому

    how long does it last??

  • @paddlemore1911
    @paddlemore1911 Рік тому

    So much better than Wright's Sliver polish!

  • @the-nomad
    @the-nomad Рік тому

    I have anold soviet commemorative cup holder that celebrates the launch of Sputnik. Can't decide whether to clean or not... I guess it will be down to a coin toss!

  • @LawrenceMartinez-fb1tt
    @LawrenceMartinez-fb1tt Рік тому +1

    I could not even find silver polish at the store and it’s a good thing because it would have been a waste of money now that I know your method. At the Goodwill I saw a gold plated tea set and balked at the $135. price tag. In the 1970’s I had a teacher who bought a solid silver tea set and I thought it was the most elegant thing that I ever saw…..and now these days I am shocked to see how cheaply silver pieces are being sold on Ebay.

    • @fccbloomington
      @fccbloomington 3 місяці тому

      I find silver polish at the jewelry counter at department stores and probably also available at jewelry stores.

  • @ilgloria2759
    @ilgloria2759 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for sharing your process & pointing out that we should polish after. I like your calm, informative manner.
    Question -- you, and others, advise using salt in addition to baking soda, while other videos only mention baking soda. What is the benefit of salt in the process?

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому +1

      From what I’ve gathered salt is handy for really stubborn areas of tarnish but to be honest just baking soda is more than enough usually. It does seem like kind of an oxymoron because salt is corrosive so it’s an interesting balance of is it corrosive to the tarnish or the plating itself. But I feel letting it corrode the tarnish and polishing it off gently afterwards is safe.

  • @annmckee7119
    @annmckee7119 Рік тому

    I've inherited my Grandma's wedding silver from the 1940's as well as a water pitcher from the 1950's that's silver over copper. Should the whole thing have been plated when new? There's a green smudge inside, would that be where the plating has failed do you think?

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому +1

      Can’t say for sure unless I saw and even then I’m not an expert, but at least it’s on the inside/not readily visible. That’s lucky!

  • @TrialsTribulations
    @TrialsTribulations 9 місяців тому

    Does cleaning have the risk of diminishing maker marks? I have some vintage British silver plate flatware that has mother of pearl handles and I'm worried cleaning could damage the maker marks and mother of pearl.

    • @TrialsTribulations
      @TrialsTribulations 7 місяців тому

      @johnmeigs719 Thank you for your response. I still need to find someone to appraise the pieces and see if it's practical to clean them.

  • @mittensdesign6505
    @mittensdesign6505 Рік тому

    good info! and side note - the only thing hotter than the water is him! such a cutie!! :)

  • @karennorris7880
    @karennorris7880 11 місяців тому

    shinier - definitely!

  • @sarahk7559
    @sarahk7559 2 місяці тому

    I followed directions basically the same as this but the site called for leaving them in the pot for 30 min. After the 30 min I took the items out and rubbed them with clean microfiber cloth and to my dismay some of the plating came off to reveal copper 😢

  • @jaimesmiles2818
    @jaimesmiles2818 11 місяців тому

    great info! What do you use to "polish" after cleaning? Just a terry cloth?

  • @heatherrobinson4723
    @heatherrobinson4723 Рік тому

    Is there a specific type of cloth that should be used to polish silver plate with?

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому

      I would recommend a smooth soft one without much texture to it if possible, something like a torn up old cotton t shirt. Just don’t go in with anything too scratchy like a Brillo pad

  • @avirio1
    @avirio1 6 місяців тому

    It helps to use a toothbrush for the Candelabrum.

  • @TacoCrisma
    @TacoCrisma 8 місяців тому

    Try Zildjian cymbal polish. You’ll be absolutely amazed.

  • @Nightstick1980
    @Nightstick1980 5 місяців тому

    can i get away with my great grandmothers silver plate silverware set for my family of 6 for daily use? I am willing to clean it like this from time to time.

    • @kathleenreynolds6492
      @kathleenreynolds6492 4 місяці тому

      I’ve been using my mother’s plated silverware everyday for nearly 50 years. It’s the only everyday flatware that I own and I raised three kids with it. Before me, my mother used it everyday for about 40 years. It gets polished periodically. When used regularly it doesn’t tarnish as quickly. It has been washed in a dishwasher for most of that time- yes, knives too. And, yes, dishwashers have been around a long time!, I do NOT recommend using any super-quick submersive method such as that described as they cause a chemical reaction that removes some of the plating and the shine is kind of dull/ grayish. And for any decorative areas, it removes the tarnish from even the deeper parts of the design, taking away that rich look. I recommend Hagerty’s or Wenol (both available on line or where fine china is sold) and finish with an old t-shirt or soft tea towel to avoid scratching. Polishing is an amazingly satisfying process, especially if there’s a movie you’ve been wanting to watch! Oh yes, my silverware shows some wear but it’s older than me and it could handle another generation!

  • @dianafuller3380
    @dianafuller3380 4 місяці тому

    Polished looks better. Thanks

  • @twerkinthecityhuh6340
    @twerkinthecityhuh6340 7 місяців тому

    Holy moly ...get some tarn-x

  • @newtoie
    @newtoie Рік тому

    ahh u forgot to add White vinegar that would eliminate the polish step . been doing it for years on my silver plate and sterling with brilliant results

    • @LReillyBell
      @LReillyBell Рік тому

      How much vinegar do you add? Thank you.

  • @nataliarudaya1631
    @nataliarudaya1631 Рік тому

    Shiny 😊

  • @kotielily
    @kotielily Рік тому

    Definitely Shiny!!

  • @truthnfreedomseeker
    @truthnfreedomseeker Рік тому

    Thanks! Is there a chemical reason behind lining the pot with aluminum foil?

  • @johntaylor625
    @johntaylor625 Рік тому

    What did you polish it with, or what can you polish them with

  • @tammyharris11
    @tammyharris11 Рік тому

    Shiny

  • @tamradore1616
    @tamradore1616 Рік тому +2

    hummmm sure does not leave a shine like silver polish and it ruins the patina on the the patterns :(

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому +1

      Shut up Tamra

    • @tamradore1616
      @tamradore1616 Рік тому

      @@andrewsartduchy7721 LOL it’s the truth you cry baby

    • @andrewsartduchy7721
      @andrewsartduchy7721  Рік тому

      @@tamradore1616 The truth is your attitude is why no one comes to your candle lit suppers anymore luv. Well that and you can’t cook to save your life but I shan’t twist the blade any further.

    • @tamradore1616
      @tamradore1616 Рік тому

      😂🤣😂

    • @fccbloomington
      @fccbloomington 3 місяці тому

      I have to agree, it doesn't have the full shine to it.

  • @webmario2
    @webmario2 Рік тому

    Never do that on silver plated! It does works on Sterling, but this on silver plated will leave your pieces look faded

  • @mlong61
    @mlong61 8 місяців тому

    Personally, I do like the shiny finish, but I am not a collector.

  • @kandi_canel.5730
    @kandi_canel.5730 11 місяців тому

    This product doesn't work with heavily tarnished items sad to say.