How to Remove Stains From Dinnerware

Compared to stains, food particles are easy to remove from dishes. Since the particles stick up from the dishes themselves, it makes removal with regular sponges possible. When stains appear on dishes, it can be tempting to break out the pads of steel wool, but to do so would scratch the plate's enamel. Gentler solutions make dinnerware stain removal possible.

Things You'll Need

• Sponge
• Water
• Baking soda, salt or cream of tartar

Instructions

1. Remove any particulate food matter from your dinner and rinse.

2. Dampen a sponge.

3. Sprinkle baking soda, salt or cream of tartar on the stains.

4. Rub your chosen powder into the stain in short, back-and-forth strokes.

5. Rinse the dish thoroughly.

Tips & Warnings

• Prevent stains from forming by rinsing off dinnerware as soon as it goes into the sink.

• If you have gray marks from silverware, rub them with a rubber eraser or toothpaste to remove them.

• Don't use coarse sea salt for dinnerware stain removal. The crystals are too large to be effective.

References

• Crystallia.com: Bone China Clean and Care Tips