How to Remove Chalk Marks Off of Oneida Silverware
- 1). Mix 1 gallon hot water with 1 tsp. ammonia.
- 2). Put the soiled stainless steel flatware in the ammonia solution.
- 3). Soak the flatware for 10 minutes. This will give the ammonia time to loosen the stains.
- 4). Remove each piece of stainless steel flatware and rinse it under clear, hot water. Rub it with a terry cloth to gently remove stains and dirt.
- 5). Dry the flatware with a soft cloth. Do not let it air dry as it will streak and develop water spots.
- 1). Apply a dime-sized amount of silver polish to a clean cloth.
- 2). Rub the polish into the silver flatware. This will remove the tarnish and the dirt on the flatware. Rub horizontally or vertically, but do not rub in circular motions.
- 3). Rinse the polish off with warm water.
- 4). Dry the silver flatware with a clean cloth.