Cleaning > DishesJanuary 21, 2009

Removing Metal Scratches from Dishes

My gorgeous Floral Expressions plates got horribly scratched from cutting our food the first time we used them! They were so pretty it makes me sick! I'm so cheap, I really don't want to buy anything. Isn't there some concoction I can mix up from household stuff? I've tried the baking soda and water paste with lots of elbow grease and it didn't work. Thanks!

luvvy from Southwest, VA

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01/24/2009

I had the same problem. I called the manufacturer and they said to use Zud. It works great. Can be found in the Ajax/Comet aisle.

By (Guest Post) 01/23/2009

Try Barkeeper's friend. It's sold in most grocery stores. You'll find it where the ajax and comet is located. Also go to www.barkeepersfriend.com to see a list of uses. I recommend mixing as a paste. Apply to the plate. First let it sit on the plate for at least ten minutes then with a toothbrush or sponge gently wipe the white center first. The color might fade. I use Corelle dishware. I have continously used barkeeper's friend for years. This product polishes brass, use on plastic, glass, stainless steel, porcelin etc. Go to the site to read more about this great product. I would never be without it!

Jennifer CA

By by frustrated (Guest Post) 01/23/2009

I tried the toothpaste and baking soda and regretfully no results. Hope to find another trick. Thanks anyway.

By (Guest Post) 01/22/2009

I used glass/ceramic cook-top cleaner to remove a scratch on my son's car, maybe it would work on your plates as well, worth a try. Hope it works
Phyllis in Oregon

By Ronda (Guest Post) 01/22/2009

Have you tried Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser? Love it for many removals. Hope it works.

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01/22/2009

I have off white pfaltzgraff dishes and I use barkeepers friend. It has low grit, is very gentle and is made for items such as these. You can find it in the aisle next to the Ajax scrub.

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01/22/2009

Tried pencil eraser. Didn't work at all.

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