Gather silver polish, soft microfiber cloths, cotton swabs, warm water, and mild dish soap
Wash the silver first with warm water and mild dish soap
Dry the silver completely with a soft cloth
Put a small amount of silver polish on a clean microfiber cloth
Rub the polish onto the silver using gentle, straight motions
Focus on tarnished areas and detailed spots with a cotton swab
Avoid using abrasive pressure
Let the polish sit for the time recommended on the product label
Buff the silver with a clean dry cloth until it shines
Repeat if needed for heavy tarnish
Rinse the silver if the polish instructions require it
Dry the silver thoroughly after polishing
Store the silver in a dry, tarnish-resistant place