There are many test kits available for detecting lead in water. One example is:
Your local water treatment plant may have recommendations or even provide testing for lead in water samples (for a fee).
They have lead detection kits at most Home Improvement stores. They're very easy to use.
The flatware I have from Siam is from the 1940's and is made from brass with bone on the handle.
the renisch test will detect all except: 1. arsenic 2. lead 3. mercury 4. sliver 5. bismuth
Tarnished stainless steel flatware can be cleaned with warm soapy water. For tougher stains immersing the flatware in boiling water will remove stains.
Oneida, made in New York state.
There are some brands of flatware that tout themselves as being chemical free. In general, silver and silver plated flatware are considered to be quite safe. Nickle silver, stainless steel and plastic are also frequently used to make flatware. Though each does have very low levels of chemicals, none are considered to pose a significant health hazard to users.
On the website they just say they meet US standards for lead content but, they specifically do NOT say they are lead FREE.
A blood test will be the beginning of detecting lead poisoning.
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If you opt for more elaborate flatware, such as sterling silver, then you should pick out your flatware first. For stainless steel flatware, pick your china first and then buy flatware that compliments the chosen china.
If new flatware is leaving black marks on food , it is a chemical reaction with the finish on the flatware. Using a soft polishing cloth, wipe flatware after rinsing in diluted vinegar.
Yes, Macy's home department sells a variety of flatware sets. To view your options and price the flatware sets, visit www.macys.com.
Wallace Flatware makes a variety of high end flatware/cutlery sets and is famous for it's line of sterling silver flatware dating back to the early 1800's. They also manufacture less expensive but high quality flatware sets using stainless steel as well.
Articles for the table, as china or silverware, that are more or less flat, as distinguished from hollow ware.
The flatware I have from Siam is from the 1940's and is made from brass with bone on the handle.
the renisch test will detect all except: 1. arsenic 2. lead 3. mercury 4. sliver 5. bismuth
Tarnished stainless steel flatware can be cleaned with warm soapy water. For tougher stains immersing the flatware in boiling water will remove stains.