Wash the silver with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap

Rinse thoroughly with clean water

Dry completely with a soft microfiber cloth

Line a bowl with aluminum foil, shiny side up

Add hot water to the bowl

Add 1 tablespoon baking soda per cup of water

Add a pinch of salt

Place the silver in the solution so it touches the foil

Let it sit for 2 to 5 minutes

Remove the silver and rinse well

Dry and buff with a soft cloth

Make a paste with baking soda and water

Rub the paste gently onto the silver with a soft cloth

Rinse and dry thoroughly

Use a silver polishing cloth for light tarnish

Store silver in a dry, airtight container or anti-tarnish bag

Keep silver away from rubber, wool, and humidity