If you don’t use your silver pieces every day, store them in their anti-tarnish pouches to protect them. The same goes for your cutlery: use the appropriate storage chests lined with anti-tarnish fabric. And to thoroughly pamper them from time to time, pull out all the stops…

The first step to keeping your silver cutlery sparkling is to treat it gently. Ideally, clean them after each use with a soft cloth to remove food residues and avoid abrasive cleaners that could damage the delicate silver surface.

Your Christofle silver cutlery is completely dishwasher-safe. However, to prevent repeated use from oxidising your cutlery, we recommend that you only use washing powders that do not contain chlorine or citric acid (avoid gels and liquids that often contain chlorine, as well as "lemon perfumes" containing citric acid. Avoid multi-purpose tablets).

Christofle has also developed a range of cleaning products for your silverware: the Silvercare range.

Put your forks in a warm bath of soapy water. Scrub gently with a soft toothbrush to remove any oxidation that may have appeared between the teeth.

Avoid exposing your knives to damp for long periods. Dry them immediately after washing to prevent any marks from forming on the blade of the knife.

Unlike oxidation, the patina on silver cutlery is a natural phenomenon that develops with regular use. Every scratch, every mark tells a story, giving a unique soul to each piece of cutlery. 

The natural patina also reduces the need for frequent maintenance. By using your silver cutlery regularly, you will develop its character and also add authentic beauty to every meal.

Christofle celebrates this patina, recognising that it adds aesthetic and historical value to each piece.