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Only clean suitable flatware in the dishwasher
Polish delicate silverware with special silver polish and a polishing cloth
Always use a low concentration of rinsing agent
Microfiber cloths are practical for polishing stainless steel flatware
Remove rust film on flatware with toothpaste or ceramic cooktop cleaner
The right care for your flatware
There are many different types of flatware, knives and forks, and different ways to clean and care for them, depending on the materials they are made of, and the metal alloys used. Make sure that your flatware is dishwasher-safe and follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure that your flatware remains beautiful for a long time.
Stainless steel flatware is very easy to clean and can usually be cleaned in the dishwasher. Dry it well afterwards to prevent limescale stains. Silverware should be cleaned separately from stainless steel flatware to prevent discoloration. Gold-plated flatware, such as that from the MetroChic collection, should not be cleaned in the dishwasher to avoid damaging the gold alloy. Use a soft cloth for cleaning.
We have compiled the following instructions to help you polish your flatware.
Gentle polishing of stainless steel flatware
There are various simple household products that you can use to polish stainless steel flatware. Use baking soda to give your tarnished stainless steel flatware a new shine. There are also special stainless steel cleaners and rinse aids suitable for polishing stainless steel flatware.
After you have cleaned your flatware, briefly dampen it with warm water. Then apply some flatware cleaner to a soft cloth and gently polish, working lengthwise. Then remove any remaining polish with warm water and dry the flatware thoroughly before placing it in the flatware drawer.
Polishing silverware
Silver polish and a flatware polishing cloth are ideal to give silverware a new shine. The cloth should be soft, so as not to damage the surface of the silver. Apply a small amount of silver polish to the cloth, and polish the flatware with a little pressure. Then rinse briefly with warm water and dry well.
Do you know how to prevent discoloration on silverware? One trick is to use the flatware frequently, which will prevent it from tarnishing.