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Clean & care for flatware properly

Important flatware care tips

Preventing flatware from becoming tarnished

Always treat your beautiful flatware with care, so that it continues to complement the aesthetics of your table arrangements. To prevent stains, deposits and discoloration in the first place, ensure that your flatware is stored correctly, in a dry and airtight place. When in storage, wrap your flatware carefully in a cotton cloth, a multilayered napkin, aluminum foil or cling film. The following tips will also help to prevent unsightly stains appearing on your flatware. 

  1. It is essential to clean flatware with clean water after cooking or using, and remove the worst of food residues before starting a dishwasher wash cycle.

  2. To avoid tarnishing silver or stainless steel flatware, only use proper dishwashing detergent, and make sure that no dishwasher salt gets into the dishwashing cycle, as it could damage the materials used to make the flatware.

Tip:

Arrange your flatware loosely in the dishwasher, instead of bunched close together, as the water will then rinse the flatware more thoroughly.

Why is my flatware stained?

Flatware is exposed to certain risks when used daily. Although it is very resistant and robust, stains may remain, especially after contact with acidic food or salt. Discoloration from tea or coffee can also occur if you do not wash your flatware carefully. Water stains form on flatware if it is left in the dishwasher for a long time after washing, or if too much detergent has been used. 

Polishing flatware

Would you like to polish your flatware so that it shines? There are various polishes to choose from for stainless steel, copper or silverware, which you can apply with a cloth. Afterwards, rinse your flatware with clean water and leave to dry thoroughly. 

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Table setting with Royal plates with white flower arrangements for a formal occasion.

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