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60-Second Silver: Beware using quick-fix silver polishes

August 4, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

You just purchased a vase with one of those labels that leaves a sticky mess! Read More +

60-Second Silver: Heed these tips to remove monograms

July 19, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

A monogram is part an object’s history and unique to that piece. Removing engraving does not always make a piece more salable, especially if the engraving is of high quality, which is rarely seen today. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Freeze candleholders to remove wax

July 13, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

Do you become frustrated when trying to remove wax from your weighted candleholders? Do you go pawing into your flatware drawer to find just the right size knife to dig out the wax? Well, here are some simple, non-invasive techniques. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Ammonia removes salt corrosion

July 6, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

One way to avoid this problem of crusty corrosion marks on and in your salt shaker from the very start is to empty the shaker after a dinner party and thoroughly wash it. There is a simple way to remove the corrosion yourself. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Contact a museum for reliable help

June 23, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

You’re cleaning a Revere porringer and it escapes your grasp, bouncing off the tile floor causing a major dent. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Handling weighted sterling silver

June 16, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

You can enjoy the benefit of using your weighted sterling objects for years to come while avoiding damage. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Lacquering sterling silver leaves ugly streaks

June 8, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

Lacquering sterling silver and silverplate is generally not recommended because of the difficulties in obtaining a uniform coating, even when applied by a professional. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Aluminum tape fixes worn threads

June 1, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

Over the years, weighted candlestick and candelabra threaded inserts can become worn, allowing them to continue rotating in the corresponding sockets without properly “catching.” Read More +

60-Second Silver: Apply wax to stop handle rot

May 14, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

Over time, insulators, handles, finials, inserts and other porous components of silver tea and coffeepots, sauce pans, wine-bottle coasters, hairbrushes and the like can become loose or cracked. Read More +

60-Second Silver: Silver cleaning tips

May 10, 2010 | Jeffrey Herman | Leave a reply

If you can manually clean the inside of a coffeepot or teapot, use a cellulose sponge (if the pot opening is big enough) or make a swab by wrapping a sponge on the end of a wooden dowel. Read More +

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