it really does make a diff and can bring new life to silverware... there are many... i forget which one my mom uses... but ya.. it does make a diff
i buy new ones when i get tired of using the old ones... say ... the formal silverware starts being used for everyday and the everyday one is given to salvation army. get a new formal silverware set. sometimes use 2 silverware lines side by side.
Hey, i read somewhere, that rubbing cabbage leaves on silver will get rid of the build up, i don't have any silver wear to try it myself, but what's the harm in trying? cabbage won't go to waste!
njgal , I normally dip the every day use cutlery in vinegar, water and salt ... or baking soda , like Masi said .. I think if you do that once in six months .. like leave them soaked in the water mixture for a good few hours and then wash each one giving a nice rub , it refreshes the color and brings some the shine to some degree ...