Items are considered brass or silver-plated when a thin layer of the metal is applied to a core material—usually of a lesser value—to protect or upgrade an item. "Plating is often used to enhance the ...

That gorgeous antique silver you scored at the flea market (or from Aunt Jean) is begging for you to bust it out at your next dinner party. The only problem is that, thanks to all that tarnish, your ...

As beautiful as silver can be, it takes a little extra care. That’s why so many of us set it aside for special occasions. But we don’t need to! Learning how to clean silver may seem intimidating, but ...

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One of the easiest ways to clean silver jewelry is with dish soap. This hack will work if your pieces are dull or filmy, but if there's some heavier tarnish on them, it might be best to try one of the ...

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That gorgeous antique silver you scored at the flea market (or from Aunt Jean) is begging for you to bust it out at your next dinner party. The only problem is that, thanks to all that tarnish, your ...