Antique Fine China
Proper Care and Usage of Antique Fine China
Antique fine china is often passed to loved ones during death, weddings, housewarmings or anniversaries. One look at the dishes and one will immediately feel in love with their beautiful colors, patterns and shapes. Others often contemplate on how to score additional lovely antique fine china.
There are also other people who are put off when gifted with antique fine china. Though grateful, they are often hassled about certain responsibilities in keeping antique fine china in mint condition. Antique fine china should never be treated as normal, everyday tableware. It often requires a lot of tender loving care and effort from the owner. Because of their delicate nature, antique fine china can easily chip or damage when misused.
Washing Antique Fine China
For those who use antique fine china on special occasions, guests are often treated not only for a feast of the taste buds but also for the eyes. It is believed that good food actually tastes even better when served on antique fine china. Or maybe because they just rave too much about the plate that they forget about the food they are eating. Remember that antique fine china should never be placed into the microwave. They might crack or break due to extreme heat. Also, before placing really hot food on the dish, make sure the antique fine china is in room temperature. Placing hot food on a cold platter causes the dish to break or crack immediately.
After enjoying a sumptuous meal on antique fine china, comes the dreaded washing experience. Most antique fine china owners often ask themselves if the pieces that they own are dishwasher safe. But to be sure, it is encouraged that the dishes are hand washed gently.
Antique fine china should me rinsed immediately after the meals. This is to avoid stains and prevent leftovers from sticking. Use a rubber spatula, if you must, in removing any leftovers from the plate. Never use heave sponges or silverware because they can scratch the plates and leave unsightly gray marks.
Line the bottom of your sink with a sift dish towel or rubber mat to prevent dishes from hitting the walls and bottom of the sink. Add warm water and mild detergent into the sink. When washing cups, it is best to add a part of hydrogen peroxide per three parts water and a drop of ammonia. Never use hot water or pour detergent directly unto the antique fine china. These may take off the precious metal trims and break or crack the china. Wash the china with a very soft sponge or cloth one by one. Rinse with warm water and then handy dry with a towel to prevent water spots.
Expand Your Antique Fine China Collection
If you want to buy more pieces to add to your antique fine china collection, you can either visit every antique shop in town or check out several websites that offer antique fine china. The Lovers of Blue and White offer several fine antique china with blue and white patterns like Royal Doulton’s Madras, Hancock Samson’s Willow, Hughes Thomas’ Swiss Pastimes and Jones George’s Willow.