Cleaning & Care TipsUpdated 15 days ago

Cleaning Oxidized Pewter

Oxidized pewter has a darker finish than satin or polished pewter. It generally has an antique look to it. Polishing is not necessary or recommended. Wash with warm water and a mild dish detergent to keep your oxidized pewter looking its best.

Useful Tips

• NEVER wash your pewter in the dishwasher, as the detergent and rough washing cycle will damage the finish.
• NEVER use abrasive cleaners on your pewter, as they will damage the finish.
• There are some pewter products available that may be effective for cleaning and polishing your pewter.  Just make sure the product is specifically designed for pewter, not for silver.
• Pewter will not have the same shine as silver, and silver-plated items (even polished pewter has a duller finish).
• Avoid using acidic liquids (such as citrus), as the acid may damage the pewter.
• For a quick cleaning of your pewter items, try using cabbage leaves. Simply remove the leaves from the cabbage and rub over the pewter as you would with a polishing cloth. This old-time method is said to leave the pewter looking absolutely great.