Newbridge Jewellery
Newbridge Silverware EPNS Cutlery
Newbridge Silverware Stainless Steel Cutlery
Newbridge giftware
Newbridge Home
Newbridge Jewellery
Congratulations you are the owner of a superb piece of Newbridge Silverware which has been created to the highest standards of design and excellence.
All the products are individual and with a little care you can maintain the beauty and lustre of your piece.
- Keep your jewellery in the original packaging and store them separately to avoid scratching.
- Jewellery should be put on last and taken off first when dressing.
- Contact with hairspray, deodorant, perfume, body lotion etc. may cause corrosion of the surface and should be avoided.
- Hard contact, for example knocking against objects, could cause scratches, chips and other damage.
- Do not wear the jewellery when bathing or playing sports.
- Never clean the jewellery with any kind of abrasive material or solution.
- Simply wipe with a dry piece of cotton.
- Do not use liquid jewellery dips as this will accelerate the tarnish process.
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Newbridge Silverware E.P.N.S. Cutlery
Silver is a relatively soft metal that requires sympathetic handling and cleaning. By adhering to the following rules, cutlery of this quality will last for decades.
Tarnish
Your silverware may be tarnished by sulphides that are always present to some extent in the atmosphere and in many foods - green vegetables and eggs being the most potent.
Sulphides in the atmosphere originate mainly from combustion of gas, oil, coke, wood etc and from living creatures. The tips of the EPSN forks are most prone to tarnish as they are in regular contact with eggs, salt, condiments and very hot foodstuffs.
Dark spots may arise when silverware comes into contact with undissolved salt in hot solutions of certain powder detergents. Liquid bleaches should never be used and powder detergents should always be dissolved before use.
Your cutlery should be rinsed off as soon as possible after use. Allowing food to dry on the surface of the cutlery gives the salts and acids in the food more time to act and cause tarnishing.
Dishwashing guidelines
Your Newbridge Silverware EPNS cutlery may be cleaned in the dishwasher, however it is vital that you adhere to a few simple rules.
Adhere to the dishwashers manufacturers / detergent makers instructions concerning the type and quality of detergent used and the method of loading cutlery in the compartments provided.
- The water temperature should not exceed 50°C.
- Do not mix stainless steel or silver plate in same dishwasher load.
- Never use rubber bands when storing EPNS cutlery, they cause severe discoloration
- Do not leave the cutlery sitting in the Dishwasher for long periods of time or use a "Rinse and Hold" Cycle.
- Remove the Silver before the drying cycle begins and hand dry the cutlery immediately
- Do not overstack the cutlery or stack it too close - the vibrations will cause scratching to the surface.
- Do not allow concentrated dishwashing liquid to come into contact with the cutlery as this may cause permanent staining of the surface.
Handwashing Guidelines
To keep your silverware in good condition handwashing is the safest option:
- Wash gently in warm water and a solution of washing up liquid, being careful not to have the water too hot, as silver is a delicate metal.
- Wash a few pieces of cutlery at a time. Avoid loading all the cutlery in at once.
- Never use a scouring pad or any other abrasive agent.
- If you find some foods difficult to remove, just leave the piece soak in soapy water.
- Wash silver cutlery separately from stainless steel as a chemical reaction may occur.
- Rinse cutlery after washing and dry immediately. Never leave cutlery to soak for long periods and never leave cutlery damp.
- Use a soft cotton dish towel to dry.
- Store cutlery in an air tight container, anti tarnish rolls or in the canteen box itself.
Polishing your Silver-Plated Cutlery
It is recommended to polish your silver-plated cutlery twice per year to maintain its brilliant finish. Too much polishing can wear down the silver finish.
Between polishes, buffing with a soft dry cotton cloth will preserve its beautiful glow.
If tarnish occurs, it can be removed by silver polish or silver dip.
Silver is a soft metal and it is important to use the recommended polishes / dips to keep your silverware in pristine condition.
Silver Polish
If you are using a silver polish, ensure it is a reputable brand, for example Hegarty.
With all polishes, it is vital to follow the manufacturer's instructions.
- Only those polishes sold specifically for silver should be used; cleaners intended for chromium plate, stainless steel etc will scratch silver
- Always apply the cleaner with a soft cloth or sponge - either of which should be thoroughly and freshly washed to eliminate any abrasive dust particles which could cause scratching.
- When applying polish, use even straight strokes to avoid scratching.
- Do not apply polish to the blade of the knife, as it may cause corrosion.
- After using polish, wash and dry cutlery thoroughly.
- Use a clean, soft cloth to buff the silver.
Silver Dip
Silver dip provides a rapid, less arduous method of detarnishing, especially on heavily embossed designs.
The following precautions must be taken:
- Never leave silver plated cutlery in the dip solution for more than 10 seconds.
- Do not use dip solutions to remove very heavy tarnish. They will convert the silver sulphides to silver, but because heavy tarnish is thicker, the surface of the restored silver may have a matt finish.
- Dip solutions can stain, or even etch stainless steel knife blades. Any drops that fall onto blades should be rinsed off immediately.
- Follow the manufacturers guidelines completely and ensure to thoroughly rinse the cutlery afterwards.
- Dry and buff with soft cotton cloth.
Patina
The characteristic white 'patina' of silver which is responsible for much of its aesthetic appeal becomes more pronounced with age due to the optical effect of the multitude of very fine scratches that develop in use. On new highly polished silver however, the few fine isolated scratches that first appear tend to be somewhat consipicuous until the white patina has fully developed.
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Stainless Steel Cutlery Care
Stainless Steel is highly resistant to staining and corrosion. However, even the finest alloys will suffer if corrosive food chemicals, common salt, mineral salts (present in tap water), vinegar, some harsh detergents and bleaches are not removed by proper washing, rinsing and drying procedures. Your cutlery may suffer from staining, pitting or rusting if it is not cared for properly. Please note the following instructions to prolong the life of your cutlery.
- Do make sure you are aware how your cutlery should be washed
- Do wash your cutlery immediately after you have eaten. If you leave food etc. on cutlery for any time, corrosive substances within food can cause damage.
- Do ensure detergents have thoroughly dissolved in water before immersing your cutlery.
- Do dry your cutlery immediately after washing, ensuring all moisture has been removed otherwise surface rusting can occur.
- Do follow the manufacturers instructions if you wash your cutlery in a dishwasher.
- Do periodically clean your cutlery with a stainless steel cleaner to ensure it keeps its lustre.
- Don't soak cutlery for long periods. Some detergents and mineral salts present in tap water can cause pitting or staining if left in contact with stainless steel cutlery.
- Don't use liquid bleaches in washing up water.
- Don't mix stainless steel and silver plated cutlery in a dishwasher basket.
- Don't leave cutlery in a dishwasher after the drying cycle. Remove and dry with a soft clean cloth.
- Don't use abrasive washing powders or bleach for hand or machine washing as this will corrode your cutlery.
- Don't scour with an abrasive pad or wire wool.
- Don't use silver cleaner on stainless steel cutlery.
- Don't expose cutlery to a flame.
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Newbridge Giftware
Congratulations, you are the owner of a superb piece of Newbridge Silverware which has been created to the highest standards of design and excellence.
All Newbridge Silverware giftware products are individual, and with a little care you can maintain the beauty and lustre of each piece.
- Giftware articles are lacquered and tarnish resistant
- Simply wipe with a clean, soft, dry cloth
- Do not use polish, abrasives or chemicals.
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Newbridge Home
Newbridge Home brings innovation to food presentation with a new Earthenware Range. Smooth elegant sculpted shapes and clean lines will enhance your culinary statement and reflect changing lifestyles of our times.
All pottery and china can crack if exposed to sudden changes in temperature, no matter how strong it is. Please do not place items from the microwave directly into a dishwasher or in cold water.
While every effort is being made to ensure that the earthenware you have just purchased is in perfect condition, there may be some small variations in size, shape and finish as each Newbridge Home product is individually finished.
Care Instructions
- Not recommended for dishwasher or oven where there are stainless steel parts.
- Freezers - Can be used in a freezer, but should not be subjected to extreme changes of temperature by being put directly from the freezer into a hot oven, as thermal shock can cause damage.
- Handling - Avoid putting too many items together in the water at the same time during hand washing.
- Handle with care.
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