Care Guidance

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All Christofle's flatware sold on the website is dishwasher safe, provided that you follow certain washing rules, expect for Talisman Collection. For l'Ame de Christofle Collection, we recommand to put the in the dishwasher only occasionally. If you do not wash your silverware right away (in the dishwasher or by hand), we recommend that you rinse it in warm water.

 


SILVERWARE AND DISHWASHER

The dishwasher is an effective way to keep Christofle silverware in perfect condition, provided you follow these very simple precautions:

 

  • Before the first use, wash your silverware by hand with a gentle liquid dish detergent without any synthetic perfume (citrus or lemons extracts are to be avoided).
  • Use only washing powders without chlorine or citric acid (avoid gels and liquids that often contain chlorine as well as "lemon perfumes" containing citric acid. Avoid multi-purpose tabs).
  • When filling your dishwasher with regenerating salt, avoid using silverware the first time.
  • Follow the dishwasher's instructions for water hardness: water with too much limestone is corrosive.
  • Eggs, lemons, mustard, fish and some fruits and legumes can also cause silverware to turn yellow. Pre-washing by hand may be helpful after these uses. 
  • Caution: do not dishwash old knives (made before 1968).
  • Ideally, open the dishwasher door halfway at the end of the cycle so that the dishes do not remain in an atmosphere saturated with steam, and wipe the cutlery if it is STILL wet.
  • Avoid the presence of crystal glasses which may also tarnish the silver.
  • Separate sterling silver and stainless steel cutlery: sterling silver does not mix well with other metals. Make two separate dishes or place them in distant separate flatware baskets.

 

OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE

Christofle has developed a range of exclusive and easy-to-use products to remove all traces of oxidation from your silverware. After using each of these products, rinse with clear water and wipe clean.

  • FOR YOUR FLATWARE:

    THE FLASH SILVER CLEANER

    For a quick cleaning. By dipping the cutlery (except the knife blade) for a few seconds in this product, the traces of oxidation disappear and they immediately regain their shine.

  • FOR GOLDSMITHERY PIECES:

    THE SILVER CARE CREAM AND THE SILVER CARE LOTION

    To clean, polish and shine in one operation.

  • FOR EVERYDAY CARE OF ALL YOUR SILVERWARE :

    THE POLISHING GLOVESAND THE POLISHING CLOTH

    Pre-impregnated with a cleaning agent, they are a pleasure to use, for a quick shine while keeping your hands clean.

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HOW TO TAKE CARE OF PICTURE FRAMES?

Although silver is a precious metal, it can sometimes be superficially tarnished by sulphur and chlorine, which may be present in the air.

Taking care to avoid the wooden parts when cleaning, we recommend using Christofle cleaning products to care for silver-plated metal, such as:

  • - Silver care lotion to clean, polish and restore shine,
  • - A pair of silversmith gloves or a chamoisine polishing cloth to restore shine, without rinsing.

We recommend using only soft, damp cloth to clean the wooden parts.

HAND WASH

Use a soft sponge and soapy water without chlorine or citric acid (citrus or lemon scents are to be avoided).

Do not use anything that scratches or scuffs, or bleach or rubber.

Promptly dry with a soft cloth.

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PORCELAIN CARE

We encourage you to use your Christofle service for all festive occasions as well as to enhance your everyday life. With a little care, you can enjoy your service for many years.

 

DISHWASHING

In order to maintain your service, we recommend that you occasionally use the dishwasher, with a low temperature wash cycle (economy cycle, 50°C maximum) using a powder detergent.

 

STORAGE

To preserve better the beauty of your service when storing it, we recommend that you slip a thin piece of paper between each plate or saucer and avoid stacking too many plates and cups.

Our suggestions

  • CHESTS

    Of various capacities, made of wood or not, they are suitable for storing and protecting your cutlery from oxidation thanks to an inner lining made of anti-oxidant fabric. The drawer system makes them easily accessible.

  • CASES

    To store either a set of cutlery, individual or serving pieces. They protect against oxidation thanks to the inner lining in anti-oxidant fabric and come in different sizes depending on the number of pieces to be stored.

  • MODULES

    Patented by Christofle, these cutlery modules have to be placed in a drawer to protect against oxidation. They come in several sizes. Made of wood and lined with anti-oxidant fabric, these modules have a flap to ensure total protection.

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