Your VINTAGE cutlery can be cleaned by hand or in the dishwasher (except for your knives, which we do not recommend). Hand washing: - Wash immediately after use (avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods such as eggs, lemon or vinegar). If you do not wash immediately, rinse your cutlery in hot water - Use a soft sponge and soapy water (avoid any dishwashing liquid that contains chlorine, Use a soft sponge and soapy water (avoid any dishwashing liquid that contains chlorine, citric acid or a citrus or lemon scent) - Never use the scrubbing side of the sponge and avoid contact with bleach and rubber gloves - After washing, it is advisable to wipe off any traces of water immediately with a soft cloth Dishwashing : - Only use detergent powders without chlorine or sulfur and avoid liquids, gels or tablets - Do not use lemon detergent - Do not put in contact with steel cutlery to avoid scratches or discoloration - Close the door as soon as the cycle is finished to avoid condensation stains Maintenance: To preserve or restore their shine, Christofle has developed a range of effective and easy-to-use products: - Care cream and care lotion to clean, polish and shine - Silver flash to eliminate traces of oxidation with a simple bath - Polishing gloves and cloth to shine without rinsing