Care Guidance
All Christofle flatware sold on the website is dishwasher safe, except for the Talisman collection. For the L’Âme de Christofle collection, occasional dishwasher use is recommended. If you cannot wash your flatware immediately, rinse it in warm water until cleaning.
SILVERWARE AND DISHWASHER
The dishwasher is an effective way to keep Christofle silverware in perfect condition, provided you follow these very simple precautions:
Before First Use
Before the first use, wash your silverware by hand with a gentle liquid dish detergent without any synthetic perfume (citrus or lemon extracts are to be avoided).
When filling your dishwasher with regenerating salt, avoid using silverware the first time.
Caution: do not dishwash old knives (made before 1968).
Choosing the Right Dishwasher
Cycle & Key Precautions
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).
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.
Separate sterling silver and stainless steel cutlery: sterling silver does not mix well with other metals. Make two separate washes or place them in separate, well-spaced flatware baskets.
After the Wash
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.
To prevent water spots and maintain their shine, remove silverware from the dishwasher as soon as the cycle is complete.
Avoid the presence of crystal glasses, which may also tarnish the silver.
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.
A CLEANING PRODUCT FOR EACH PIECE...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
DiscoverMAINTENANCE OF STERLING SILVER JEWELRY
To preserve the beauty and brilliance of your Christofle sterling silver jewelry, store it in its anti-tarnish pouch or case when not in use. Treated with silver salts, it helps protect your piece from oxidation. Regular wear naturally dulls the surface over time. To restore its original shine, use one of Christofle’s dedicated care products. We also recommend avoiding contact with seawater and chlorinated pool water.
Crafted from sterling silver (92.5%), Christofle jewelry requires little maintenance when worn regularly or stored in its protective pouch. Should slight tarnishing appear, Christofle offers a range of exclusive, easy-to-use care products to restore its brilliance.
FOR JEWELRY
WITH SMOOTH SURFACE
For smooth-surface jewelry, such as Idole rings and bracelets, gently polish the piece with Christofle polishing gloves or a polishing cloth to restore its shine. Use soft, regular movements over the surface to revive the brilliance of sterling silver without damaging the jewelry.
FOR JEWELRY
WITH LINKS
For jewelry featuring links, textured details or intricate decorative elements, we recommend using the Flash Argent bath to effectively clean hard-to-reach areas. If your piece includes a clasp with stainless steel components, take care not to immerse the clasp in the solution, as Flash Argent is intended for sterling silver parts only.
