Cleaning and Polishing Sterling Silver Bowls
Interestingly, using your sterling silver bowl is a great way to help keep it in good condition providing you take some measure of care. However, even with regular use, your sterling silver bowls need to be cleaned from time to time.
Common cleaning methods include warm water and mild dish soap. use a soft toothbrush or cotton swab. Frequent hand polishing with a soft cloth is also helpful.
You should probably not use a traditional method of cleaning your sterling silver that has been past down from generation to generation. That is the use of toothpaste to clean your sterling silver bowls. Toothpaste can contain small abrasive granules that have been know to scratch the bowls piece. While the oxidation effects of toothpaste and the fine granuals are effective, you may end up with many micro scratches on your sterling silver bowl.
Another method that is recommended is the use of commercial cleaners. Just remember that if you are going to use the sterling silver bowl during food service these cleaners need to be completely removed from the service to avoid getting people sick.
Sterling silver bowls are a wonderful addition to your dining collection and you will be pleased how nice a decoration they can be with the proper care.