How do you polish silver plating?

Here is a method to polish silver plating using a chemical reaction.

Polishing Silver Plate: A Simple Method

This method is a simple way to remove tarnish from silver-plated items using common household materials.

Prepare the item: Place the silver-plated item in the tub or container.
Add boiling water: Carefully pour boiling water over the item.
Add baking soda: Add 1 cup of baking soda to the hot water. This will create a chemical reaction that helps to remove tarnish.
Soak: Allow the item to remain in the mixture for 30 minutes.
Remove and cool: Use tongs to carefully remove the item from the tub.
Unwrap and dry: Once the item has cooled, unwrap it and the tarnish should be gone.

This method is based on a chemical reaction to remove tarnish from silver plating:

The hot water helps to speed up the chemical process.
The baking soda reacts with the tarnish, lifting it off of the silver.
This method is often considered a less abrasive alternative compared to using polishing cloths.

Step	Action
1. Prepare	Place the silver-plated item in a container.
2. Add Boiling Water	Pour boiling water over the item.
3. Add Baking Soda	Add 1 cup of baking soda to the hot water.
4. Soak	Let the item soak for 30 minutes.
5. Remove and Cool	Carefully remove the item with tongs.
6. Unwrap and Dry	Unwrap once cool. The tarnish should be gone.