A Guide to Polishing
How to Polish Pewter
What to Use
Rubbing alcohol to remove grime; Renaissance Wax ($15, restorationproduct.com) to coat. If polish is desired, try Hagerty's Pewter Wash ($8, amazon.com).What to Know
Pewter is normally not polished, simply because the tarnished, aged look is preferred. It's a very thin metal, so it should be treated gingerly. Keep it out of the oven, even if you're just keeping your Thanksgiving turkey warm, because it could melt.Useful Tips
Avoid serving acidic foods and beverages―such as lemons, tomatoes, orange juice, hollandaise sauce, and wine―in pewter pieces, because they will eat away the metal.Next: How to Polish Copper
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