When I first started as a housekeeper ( without a butler) I noticed the silver needed cleaning quite badly, the previous housekeeper only cleaned what was regularly used. My bosses were away for three weeks so I set about cleaning the items that hadn't been touched in years. They were black!! I washed them and used a light scouring cream very gently over them to get the initial black off, then like you used the process of silver dip, rinse, silver 'foam' rinse then a final rinse in warm water with a little rinse aid in it. I left them to dry then polished everything with a soft cloth and returned the items to the silver cupboard making sure no items touched each other. When my bosses returned they had a dinner party the following evening. I laid the table with the silver ware and also the gleaming glasses. My bosses were amazed at how shiny the silver was and how sparkling the glasses were and very pleased. Immediately after they had been used and washed up, they all had the silver cloth treatment before putting away and the glasses had the glass cloth treatment. My motto has always been if it's meant to gleam, keep it clean. Great video, thank you.
@@goskaes5468 thank you for the compliment but I felt I was lucky to be employed by them. They were my last employers ' in service' and after they passed away, nobody else seem to match up to them. I loved working there and was privileged to meet many people others only dream about meeting. Respect worked both ways and to me, it was like having a second family. They treated my children well and my children behaved well too. Those years were fun, hard work sometimes, some very long hours but the most rewarding of my life.
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
I have a silver serving set that’s well over 100 years old and I had no idea what to do with it, it was given to me as a gift, now I know how to clean it. Thank you for sharing.
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
@@TheRoyalButler btw, what about taste/flavor? Is there a (noticeable) difference between tea from a China pot and tea from a silver pot? And does the tea cool faster in the silver pot? Not that I would ever have one, alas... ;-)
@@thekingsdaughter4233 Younger generations are inheriting heirlooms, and they are opposed to traditions and see no value in any of this. So, estate sales eventually produce bargains. If you happen to get lucky.
Interesting , as I remember in England , my mother used to put newspaper on the table in the breakfast room , and sit down with the staff and clean the silver with them , also using tooth brushes. There were no dips in those days ! A kind of cream that stank and changed colour. I remember how staff were very kindly treated as part of the family , and staff even used to give my parents Christmas presents, and right to the end of my parents lives in Hove, staff always sent them Christmas cards and wrote to them. During breaks my mother used to make them tea and prepare them food and listen to their problems , and try and help them. In Ireland where I was born, my father used to drive staff home . You make me remember those things. It destroyed me to witness my father getting Alsheimers , and my mother cancer, which she fought for 18 years. It seemed to me to be sad, for such kind generous people to end up in such a sad way . Not much of a reward for people who spent their lives doing their very best for as many people as they could. I like your dog ! He obviously lives a very contented life . It is very kind and tactful of you , not to talk badly in any way about the Royals or criticize them. I am glad Prince Charles has Camila's support as he must be feeling very hurt at the moment , with all this drama happening in California , and I pray that things will work out somehow. Many people never consider how the Royals have to just swallow their personal problems and get on with their duties. Not easy at all. When you have that kind of pain in your life , the animals notice it , and can be a great comforts. May I send you my silver to clean ????? I need a butler ! Very best wishes from Breisach am Rhein
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...where are you from if I may ask?
Your little dachshund is so beautiful. He looks so comfy and content. Your dog does the same thing mine do, they’re not sure if you’re talking to them or what … so cute. Thank you for the silver cleaning tips. It’s a lovely service.
I love antiques...am always interested in anything like that. May I say you look very smart. I always find the vinegar and baking soda and tin foil with hot water ,it cleans silver very well.
Love to see more of this type of video ~ enjoy how people find wonderful items/treasures! Thank you for your time and effort you put into all your videos. 💜
Hello, I've enjoyed your video chats, especially the tour of your home and town in Scotland. My paternal grandfather came from New Milns. Unfortunately he passed away before I was born.
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida where are you from if I may ask?
Taken me back to childhood 😊 used to love going to my grandma's and help clean her silver ..I'm a bit of a magpie and love doing as you do to find a bargain 👍
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
I’m originally from California born and raised in a town called Santa Barbara I am a White. My mothers ancestors came from Ireland and my dads are not traceable as he was adopted when his mother died at birth. I'm currently in key west and I have been there for quite a long time.
Your tea set is just beautiful, Royal Butler! Love how you find wonderful bargains all around the land! Thank you so much for this, as I now know I must find some silver dip to compliment cleaning with the silver polish. Shumba, as always, you are just lovely! A splendid video!
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Really lovely. I have all sorts of silver pieces. It's not that big of a deal to polish them, in fact, it is joyful to do so. As an American who is 70 and experienced living in different places, I can say the British culture is the most beautiful on earth. It is so refined. Thank you.
Today ,thanks to you I have cleaned and folded in all drawers plus polished silver, it is true and it took me a whole morning but God how satisfying ;-)))love from Sweden
Hello 👋!! So beautiful. I have some lovely pieces that I have gotten from little shops too! My Mom gave me some too and I love them all, I must admit i don’t polish mine often but they r so pretty when I do the job! Thank you so much for taking the time to make ur lovely vids ! I look forward to Friday’s conversation! All the best to u. Meg ps I love ur furry helpers 😄
Just discovered your channel. It’s a treat! In the future, could you please discuss how to serve lemon slices for tea, how to use a “slops bowl”, and how to use the china cups small oval saucer dishes called tennis sets. I’ve heard that the Queen uses them at her garden parties. I know this is a big request, but I think your adorable Dachshund will be happy to help. Thank you so much for your channel. I have to go press subscribe now.
Oh, okay. I have been to Mexico severally. The last time I visit Mexico was in 2012 with my old aunt Eunice for a friend's Christmas eve party it was fun and I enjoyed every bit my stay over there there including the delectable food, good weather temperature and beautiful towns. I promised to be there someday again😁
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Thank you for sharing your expertise. I enjoy learning little gems like this from you. I also appreciate the Royal Dashhounds, as I can not have companions here. Have a wonderful evening.
TRB- please consider doing a chocolate etiquette for tea, dinner, and in living room, offering chocolates and sweets to visitors. For example, older etiquette books suggest always having a dish of chocolates on the dining table during the meal. Maybe a miscellaneous video of various odds and ends, too. Would really like to see a flowers video- arranging and table placement,etc. Vases, and so forth.
Over the years, I've found many good things in thrift or charity shops; one recent item was a Baccarat crystal decanter. I've been thoroughly enjoying your videos. My mother gave me all of her silver flatware a few years before she passed on, saying that I was the one who had polished it the most.
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Thank you! You have very beautiful Silver tea set and i admire your candlesticks on the window.. i love old noble things and antiques, they are just gorgeous.. Your cleaning tips are so valuable to take care properly.. Thank you 🙏 😌 I wish, i could be so quick ☺️☺️ so much to do.. Or i have to think about Butler? 🤔 ☺️💗
The explanation is very didactic.Beautiful tea set.Thank you. I've noticed the modern tray that Bedford gave you is ornamented with Botanical Illustration an art science whose representatives were highly valued centuries ago. Have you ever visited the Kew Gardens? It would be a nice Travel.
I remembered asking about it! Glad to see a video on it! I've been using a silver polishing cloth and didn't know there was silver polish its really good to know, perhaps it was what grandma used to clean sterling silver for the colonial family she was a housekeeper from. Sadly i know little of her time there. Its hard to find silver teaware in this part of the world and the prices online are harrowing! But i've been blessed to get some bargains still with the exception of the kettle which i've yet to find!
Maybe better yet, I wonder if he has a friend from his palace days who is a dresser or ladies' maid and would agree to do a "special" with him? Butlers usually don't concern themselves with the ladies' attire...
Several years ago I just happen to find a lovely old (tarnished) tea set )The pattern is called: "" Plymouth"" by Gordon...... well after several hours polishing the tarnish off ..........I discovered a real treasure.Use it every chance I have company............I LOVE IT.........;-)
I think you may have single handedly driven up the demand for silver tea services! They have fallen in value over the years so there's bargains to be found.
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
@@catherinepositano8544 Oh, okay. I have been to Australia severally. The last time I visited was back in 2012 with my old aunt Eunice for a friend's Christmas eve party it was fun and I enjoyed every bit my stay over there there including the delectable food, good weather temperature and beautiful towns. I promised to be there someday again😁
Beautiful, elegant tea pieces! I’m not certain Americans, such as myself, understand what silver dip is. I am familiar with silver polish used commonly here. Where might one find a similar product in the states, do you know? Or perhaps someone who follows your vlog may be aware of where the product could be found.
I am interested as to the silver dip brand. I used one on some silver plated spoons and it took the silver off. The spoons belonged to my mother-in-law and were purchased in Italy. Glad I didn’t try it on a more valuable piece.
Beautiful set. I have some silver that I received as wedding presents, but they haven't seen much use since I hate to clean it. I do have a question, though. I know that different levels of peerage have different crowns. Can you explain those to me? Thank you, I love your series!
Thank you -so, beautiful!!! I wonder if you could tell us -what kind of fuel goes in the burner that we see in the corner of the frame -I have one like this in my set which I have never used -but I would like to - it is part of the silver plate tilting kettle set-up I purchased to go with the other pieces in my tea set. Thank yu again for all of your videos and lessons.
I accidentally ran across your channel. It was such a pleasure to see and experience such good manners! I subscribed and now I am looking forward to more videos. The information you give is difficult to find. I am curious to know how to care for steel blades on knives. I have accumulated many and do not know how to care for them so they do not rust and do not turn black while using them at the table. Thank you. A pet and a bark for that lovely doggie!
Dear Royal Butler: Thank you for yet another informative video. I am grateful to have a sterling silver tea service however I am having a hard time finding a hot water pot (not a tipping tea pot). I guess I have to come to England or Scotland to find one.
Thank you for this! A family friend gifted me her silver tea set for my wedding, and I wasn't sure if I was cleaning it correctly. It's been hard finding silver polish, but it's in good condition for the time being =)
My dear Royal Butler. I'd be in tears had I to clean that lot. Needless to say I suppose you are quite impressive to get thru it and not one swear word 🤪💞
I love Shumba, she is so curious of your movements, but of course, the tea set is lovely. Thank you for giving us a tip on cleaning silver and silver plate. It is never too late to,learn, it keeps your mind young. Did you ever clean any silver for the Royals?
I had to smile because many Americans would be horrified that you use silver dip because it removes the "patina" and the blackened tarnish in the crevices. They don't like their silver to look new; they want it to look old. For myself, I like my silver to look shiny and bright; it's so cheerful! So I have silver dip and silver foam in my cupboard, like you. ❤ I, too, found that water neutralizes the silver dip. Many of the problems that people have had with the dip is that they leave it on too long, and even let it dry on the silver, which can damage it. Thank you for demonstrating that it's just supposed to be spread on quickly and then rinsed off right away.
Dear E Dennis, while I'm not really American, I tend to agree with the New England crowd who would say that, "too shiny is suspicious". ;-) Looks too _nouveau riche;_ as if you bought it only last week instead of having inherited from great-aunt Ethel. :-D * chuckle *
You make the cleaning look so easy..........fancy a trip to Canada with your expertise & products? 🤣😂 I so enjoy all your videos. Can you tell us anything about Princess Anne? Wishing you & yours a lovely day, looking forward to Balmoral. 🇬🇧🇨🇦❤️
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...where are you from if I may ask?
As I mentioned in one of the lockdown episodes - beware of salt in connection with silver!! If you have silver salt vessels, or, like I do, cut glass salt shakers with silver tops, take care to empty them out after each use. Salt _will_ corrode the silver, as I learned the hard way (and I only realized what was happening after hearing about it from an interior designer on YT).
I got my beautiful set from a charity shop for 60. USD (plated). Such a great buy. (Ironically, I NEVER make black tea in any metal container, as it corrupts the flavour. I will serve herbal/fruit infusions in the teapot, and coffee in the coffee pot, as those are not affected.). Which brand cleaners do you use/recommend?
Hello Grant, I love your Chanel and insight. Thank you for sharing it with us. Please could you show us how to clean brass as I notice you have quite a few candlesticks on your windowsill. It’s a chore I don’t enjoy having arthritis so I’d love to know how to do it properly. Many thanks and please keep posting
TRB's silver cleaning tips and tricks! If I may also enquire, what is the name of the lovely piano piece you used to accompany the May 9th video of your cottage in Elie? Many thanks!
A friend of the family inherited a silver tea service ..which was black she assumed as it was old that was how it should be…I kept saying “ you should clean it “ …Years later she had a cleaner ..who cleaned it ..and it sparkled.
Very helpful, thanks a lot ! I never thought about using a toothbrush. Some 25 years ago I got a Queen Anne tea set in London. The tea pot has a brown wooden handle. I always fear the wood gets wet. Do you have any advice ?
@@TheRoyalButler 👍👍 May I ask two more questions: 1st. How would you recommend to clean the teapot inside ? I found out that some people use some dishwasher cleaner and fill the teapot with hot water and let it work some time, but I am not sure that this is the best solution. 2nd. When I see pictures from hight tea I very often see the tea spoon being placed on the saucer in front of the cup. In Germany we always put it behind the cup. What is the correct way in Britain ? I have to excuse my lousy English.
Depends on how you intend to use your funds. ;-) I have seen lovelies on etsy. Then, a jeweller might be able to assist- or, if you make like the Cavendish family (Duke and Duchess of Devonshire), you could have them commissioned. ;-) (yes, I do watch the Chatsworth house TH-cam channel!)
@@thekingsdaughter4233 Plus the cost of a guard at the Holiday party... I still think silver bells might be as good or better than hiding money under the mattress. Especially if 1. The monetary system becomes a mess. 2. They switch us all to e-dollars/pounds. 3. Inheritance tax subterfuge, anyone?
Yours is the most relaxing, kind presence on youtube. Thank you.
Thank you 🙏🏻
When I first started as a housekeeper ( without a butler) I noticed the silver needed cleaning quite badly, the previous housekeeper only cleaned what was regularly used. My bosses were away for three weeks so I set about cleaning the items that hadn't been touched in years. They were black!! I washed them and used a light scouring cream very gently over them to get the initial black off, then like you used the process of silver dip, rinse, silver 'foam' rinse then a final rinse in warm water with a little rinse aid in it. I left them to dry then polished everything with a soft cloth and returned the items to the silver cupboard making sure no items touched each other. When my bosses returned they had a dinner party the following evening. I laid the table with the silver ware and also the gleaming glasses. My bosses were amazed at how shiny the silver was and how sparkling the glasses were and very pleased. Immediately after they had been used and washed up, they all had the silver cloth treatment before putting away and the glasses had the glass cloth treatment. My motto has always been if it's meant to gleam, keep it clean. Great video, thank you.
Thank you for sharing! Wonderful to read 🙏🏻
@@goskaes5468 thank you for the compliment but I felt I was lucky to be employed by them. They were my last employers ' in service' and after they passed away, nobody else seem to match up to them. I loved working there and was privileged to meet many people others only dream about meeting. Respect worked both ways and to me, it was like having a second family. They treated my children well and my children behaved well too. Those years were fun, hard work sometimes, some very long hours but the most rewarding of my life.
Hello Jacqueline how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Dear Miss Jacqui,
May I please use your motto, “If it’s meant to gleam, keep it clean” as one of my quotes of the day?
I have a silver serving set that’s well over 100 years old and I had no idea what to do with it, it was given to me as a gift, now I know how to clean it. Thank you for sharing.
That little dog is so cute! Very interesting thank you!
Little Shumba, thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Beautiful set of silver!!
Hello Leticia how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
The tea set is very beautiful. Thank you for sharing how you care for it.
Hello Catherine how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida and you?
How interesting. I just need some silver to clean now!! Love your apron! 🏴
Oh that dachshund ❤️!
Hello Claire how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida and you?
The apron is the Duke of Rothesay Ancient Tartan. Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
What a fun video ☺️ since I’m American I would find it fun to see how afternoon tea is served in that lovely silver!
Second this! Please show us how to use it!
I will make this soon! Thank you for the idea 💡
@@TheRoyalButler btw, what about taste/flavor? Is there a (noticeable) difference between tea from a China pot and tea from a silver pot? And does the tea cool faster in the silver pot? Not that I would ever have one, alas... ;-)
@@thekingsdaughter4233 Younger generations are inheriting heirlooms, and they are opposed to traditions and see no value in any of this. So, estate sales eventually produce bargains. If you happen to get lucky.
Such a privilege to access your world, Sir! An insight into genteel living, great tips and top standards!
Thank you for another lovely video.Blessings Patricia
Interesting , as I remember in England , my mother used to put newspaper on the table in the breakfast room , and sit down with the staff and clean the silver with them , also using tooth brushes. There were no dips in those days ! A kind of cream that stank and changed colour.
I remember how staff were very kindly treated as part of the family , and staff even used to give my parents Christmas presents, and right to the end of my parents lives in Hove, staff always sent them Christmas cards and wrote to them. During breaks my mother used to make them tea and prepare them food and listen to their problems , and try and help them. In Ireland where I was born, my father used to drive staff home . You make me remember those things.
It destroyed me to witness my father getting Alsheimers , and my mother cancer, which she fought for 18 years.
It seemed to me to be sad, for such kind generous people to end up in such a sad way . Not much of a reward for people who spent their lives doing their very best for as many people as they could.
I like your dog ! He obviously lives a very contented life .
It is very kind and tactful of you , not to talk badly in any way about the Royals or criticize them.
I am glad Prince Charles has Camila's support as he must be feeling very hurt at the moment , with all this drama happening in California , and I pray that things will work out somehow.
Many people never consider how the Royals have to just swallow their personal problems and get on with their duties. Not easy at all. When you have that kind of pain in your life , the animals notice it , and can be a great comforts.
May I send you my silver to clean ????? I need a butler !
Very best wishes from Breisach am Rhein
I love looking through second hand shops too. Most of my things were curated a piece at a time. 🏠
I’m sending a smooch for sweet Shumba 💋 🙂
Wonderful tips, thank you. I can't stop saying how much I enjoy watching your shows.
Hello👋 how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...where are you from if I may ask?
Thank you for watching Carlos, 🙏🏻
Loved seeing your tea set, they are lovely pieces. Thanks for the information on cleaning them as well.
Love your situation, the Cotswolds and Scotland
Right! That's it! I'm going to pull all of my 'sleeping 'silver out from the back of the dresser and get cleaning.
Great video! Always lovely to see you, Mr. Harrold. Your tea set is stunning.
Your little dachshund is so beautiful. He looks so comfy and content. Your dog does the same thing mine do, they’re not sure if you’re talking to them or what … so cute. Thank you for the silver cleaning tips. It’s a lovely service.
I love antiques...am always interested in anything like that.
May I say you look very smart.
I always find the vinegar and baking soda and tin foil with hot water ,it cleans silver very well.
Love to see more of this type of video ~ enjoy how people find wonderful items/treasures!
Thank you for your time and effort you put into all your videos. 💜
Hello, I've enjoyed your video chats, especially the tour of your home and town in Scotland. My paternal grandfather came from New Milns. Unfortunately he passed away before I was born.
Love your tea service. I appreciate the information about cleaning silver.
Hello Barbara how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida where are you from if I may ask?
Taken me back to childhood 😊 used to love going to my grandma's and help clean her silver ..I'm a bit of a magpie and love doing as you do to find a bargain 👍
Hello Susan how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
@@carlosholt3631
Yippee, Conch Republic! I’m from up the coast!
I’m originally from California born and raised in a town called Santa Barbara
I am a White. My mothers ancestors came from Ireland and my dads are not traceable as he was adopted when his mother died at birth. I'm currently in key west and I have been there for quite a long time.
You live in a nice place indeed. Well, it feels good here in Key west with a warm weather...How is the weather condition over there if I may ask?
Your tea set is just beautiful, Royal Butler! Love how you find wonderful bargains all around the land! Thank you so much for this, as I now know I must find some silver dip to compliment cleaning with the silver polish. Shumba, as always, you are just lovely! A splendid video!
Hello Joan how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Another informative video Grant. I am intrigued by the lapel badge you are wearing.
Really lovely. I have all sorts of silver pieces. It's not that big of a deal to polish them, in fact, it is joyful to do so. As an American who is 70 and experienced living in different places, I can say the British culture is the most beautiful on earth. It is so refined. Thank you.
Gorgeous tea set and of course you’re my favorite man with your gentle manners . Love it 😍
Share everything. Love it all.
Your tea set is beautiful and very well cared for. It is quite amazing how many beautiful treasurers we can find in the thrift shops.
Today ,thanks to you I have cleaned and folded in all drawers plus polished silver, it is true and it took me a whole morning but God how satisfying ;-)))love from Sweden
You offer such interesting information and are so entertaining! Love your sense of humor and your videos. All the best from California!
Hello Susan how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida and you?
Polishing silver is exactly that....therapeutic
How charming and informative, and just in time for International Tea Day on May 21st!
I think that Shumba just really wanted a cup of tea.
Thank you so much. Beautiful ❤️ and always great to learn something new. Much love from California ❤️
Hi , we outside of UK would like to see afternoon tea ritual ;-) Hope you can make a video about it thank you
Love to see your car boot / charity shop buys
Future content maybe?
Therapeutic watching you do this! Hello Schumba, cutie
Hello 👋!!
So beautiful. I have some lovely pieces that I have gotten from little shops too! My Mom gave me some too and I love them all, I must admit i don’t polish mine often but they r so pretty when I do the job! Thank you so much for taking the time to make ur lovely vids ! I look forward to Friday’s conversation! All the best to u.
Meg ps I love ur furry helpers 😄
Just discovered your channel. It’s a treat! In the future, could you please discuss how to serve lemon slices for tea, how to use a “slops bowl”, and how to use the china cups small oval saucer dishes called tennis sets. I’ve heard that the Queen uses them at her garden parties. I know this is a big request, but I think your adorable Dachshund will be happy to help. Thank you so much for your channel. I have to go press subscribe now.
I wil try to do this in the coming weeks! Thank you for watching and the suggestions 🙏🏻
Thank you for your video, it was wonderful to see you again!
I loved it !! and the Royal Dog!!
Hello Pat how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
Oh, okay. I have been to Mexico severally. The last time I visit Mexico was in 2012 with my old aunt Eunice for a friend's Christmas eve party it was fun and I enjoyed every bit my stay over there there including the delectable food, good weather temperature and beautiful towns. I promised to be there someday again😁
The tea set is beautiful and came up lovely and clean and sparkly. I am interested in whatever subject you choose to talk about.
Hello Janet how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
That doggy of yours has stolen my heart. I have a black and tan wired hair dachshund and he's a pain in the butt but I'm crazy about him.
Thank you for sharing your expertise. I enjoy learning little gems like this from you. I also appreciate the Royal Dashhounds, as I can not have companions here. Have a wonderful evening.
I love your baby...looks exactly like my dear Katie, who I sadly lost in 2014. Such a sweet, sweet reminder of a treasured family member.
So sad when we lose them! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
I have a silver tea set and this has helped out tremendously. Thank you. I’m going clean it properly now.
With love from America
Great Segment, I loved your ideas
TRB- please consider doing a chocolate etiquette for tea, dinner, and in living room, offering chocolates and sweets to visitors. For example, older etiquette books suggest always having a dish of chocolates on the dining table during the meal.
Maybe a miscellaneous video of various odds and ends, too.
Would really like to see a flowers video- arranging and table placement,etc. Vases, and so forth.
I will make this soon ! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Love this idea… I have a few compotes/comports, bon bon and confection spoons to serve the sweet meats from. Thank you♥️🫖
Over the years, I've found many good things in thrift or charity shops; one recent item was a Baccarat crystal decanter. I've been thoroughly enjoying your videos. My mother gave me all of her silver flatware a few years before she passed on, saying that I was the one who had polished it the most.
Aww sweet Shumba is so proud of the silver set. You have the Royal Butler touch for a polishing/ clean and what a beautiful tea service.
I love you're video! Thank you!
Lovely! ❤
Pleasure to see y'all this morning! Hello from Kentucky!
Hello Cassandra how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
Love love love this video!! I have learnt a lot. Thank you so much sir.
Thank you! You have very beautiful Silver tea set and i admire your candlesticks on the window.. i love old noble things and antiques, they are just gorgeous.. Your cleaning tips are so valuable to take care properly.. Thank you 🙏 😌
I wish, i could be so quick ☺️☺️ so much to do..
Or i have to think about Butler? 🤔
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The explanation is very didactic.Beautiful tea set.Thank you.
I've noticed the modern tray that Bedford gave you is ornamented with Botanical Illustration an art science whose representatives were highly valued centuries ago.
Have you ever visited the Kew Gardens? It would be a nice Travel.
Love the name of your fur baby! Shimba........beautiful!
I remembered asking about it! Glad to see a video on it! I've been using a silver polishing cloth and didn't know there was silver polish its really good to know, perhaps it was what grandma used to clean sterling silver for the colonial family she was a housekeeper from. Sadly i know little of her time there. Its hard to find silver teaware in this part of the world and the prices online are harrowing! But i've been blessed to get some bargains still with the exception of the kettle which i've yet to find!
Thank you for such amazing video! Please could you do a video about woman dressing etiquette for special occasions?
Maybe better yet, I wonder if he has a friend from his palace days who is a dresser or ladies' maid and would agree to do a "special" with him? Butlers usually don't concern themselves with the ladies' attire...
Let me see what we can arrange!
Thanks for the tips cleaning silver ! Enjoyed your helpful & interesting videos from USA!
Several years ago I just happen to find a lovely old (tarnished) tea set )The pattern is called: "" Plymouth"" by Gordon...... well after several hours polishing the tarnish off ..........I discovered a real treasure.Use it every chance I have company............I LOVE IT.........;-)
Thank you for pointing out to wear gloves. I didn’t wear gloves and of course I found out that that stuff burns. You do a great job Grant.
Lol. He's a very fast butler, as we can see!
I think you may have single handedly driven up the demand for silver tea services! They have fallen in value over the years so there's bargains to be found.
Wonderful demonstration valuable advice. Thank you and the Royal Dachshound 😊
Now we ALL know why teabags were invented!...😂😂😂....LOVE your tie!
Hello Catherine how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide 🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...If I may ask where are you from?
@@carlosholt3631 Australia
@@catherinepositano8544 Oh, okay. I have been to Australia severally. The last time I visited was back in 2012 with my old aunt Eunice for a friend's Christmas eve party it was fun and I enjoyed every bit my stay over there there including the delectable food, good weather temperature and beautiful towns. I promised to be there someday again😁
Beautiful, elegant tea pieces! I’m not certain Americans, such as myself, understand what silver dip is. I am familiar with silver polish used commonly here. Where might one find a similar product in the states, do you know? Or perhaps someone who follows your vlog may be aware of where the product could be found.
Hello Janice how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida and you?
I am interested as to the silver dip brand. I used one on some silver plated spoons and it took the silver off. The spoons belonged to my mother-in-law and were purchased in Italy. Glad I didn’t try it on a more valuable piece.
Beautiful set. I have some silver that I received as wedding presents, but they haven't seen much use since I hate to clean it.
I do have a question, though. I know that different levels of peerage have different crowns. Can you explain those to me?
Thank you, I love your series!
Thank you for showing us how you keep your silver teaset stunning. I have just found your channel and I love it. X
How charming,thank you
Thank you -so, beautiful!!! I wonder if you could tell us -what kind of fuel goes in the burner that we see in the corner of the frame -I have one like this in my set which I have never used -but I would like to - it is part of the silver plate tilting kettle set-up I purchased to go with the other pieces in my tea set. Thank yu again for all of your videos and lessons.
I accidentally ran across your channel. It was such a pleasure to see and experience such good manners! I subscribed and now I am looking forward to more videos. The information you give is difficult to find. I am curious to know how to care for steel blades on knives. I have accumulated many and do not know how to care for them so they do not rust and do not turn black while using them at the table. Thank you. A pet and a bark for that lovely doggie!
Thahk you so much for watching, how old are the knives?
I like that you use your silver. My mother would clean the silver and wrap it in saran wrap and store it.
Totally enjoy your presentations. Love your sense of humor.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Wow thanks for your videos I really liked it it's really an inspiring 😍😍😍
Dear Royal Butler: Thank you for yet another informative video. I am grateful to have a sterling silver tea service however I am having a hard time finding a hot water pot (not a tipping tea pot). I guess I have to come to England or Scotland to find one.
I love all of your videos. ❤️
Thank you 🙏🏻
Love to see more of your videos.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you for this! A family friend gifted me her silver tea set for my wedding, and I wasn't sure if I was cleaning it correctly. It's been hard finding silver polish, but it's in good condition for the time being =)
Good to find your video! I am waiting for my vintage Italian silverplate teaset I currently bought...so excited to use them for my teatime 🫖🫖🥰
My dear Royal Butler. I'd be in tears had I to clean that lot. Needless to say I suppose you are quite impressive to get thru it and not one swear word 🤪💞
I love Shumba, she is so curious of your movements, but of course, the tea set is lovely. Thank you for giving us a tip on cleaning silver and silver plate. It is never too late to,learn, it keeps your mind young. Did you ever clean any silver for the Royals?
I had to smile because many Americans would be horrified that you use silver dip because it removes the "patina" and the blackened tarnish in the crevices. They don't like their silver to look new; they want it to look old. For myself, I like my silver to look shiny and bright; it's so cheerful! So I have silver dip and silver foam in my cupboard, like you. ❤ I, too, found that water neutralizes the silver dip. Many of the problems that people have had with the dip is that they leave it on too long, and even let it dry on the silver, which can damage it. Thank you for demonstrating that it's just supposed to be spread on quickly and then rinsed off right away.
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Dear E Dennis, while I'm not really American, I tend to agree with the New England crowd who would say that, "too shiny is suspicious". ;-) Looks too _nouveau riche;_ as if you bought it only last week instead of having inherited from great-aunt Ethel. :-D * chuckle *
If you want patina go with pewter!
Thank you for sharing!
You make the cleaning look so easy..........fancy a trip to Canada with your expertise & products? 🤣😂 I so enjoy all your videos. Can you tell us anything about Princess Anne? Wishing you & yours a lovely day, looking forward to Balmoral. 🇬🇧🇨🇦❤️
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Hello Dianne how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida...where are you from if I may ask?
@@carlosholt3631 Vancouver Island, British Columbia.......very beautiful here. Have a good day. ☀️
@@diannaleath-watson7571 how long have you been living in Vancouver if i may ask?
I love your channel !
As I mentioned in one of the lockdown episodes - beware of salt in connection with silver!! If you have silver salt vessels, or, like I do, cut glass salt shakers with silver tops, take care to empty them out after each use. Salt _will_ corrode the silver, as I learned the hard way (and I only realized what was happening after hearing about it from an interior designer on YT).
Absolutely, we always kept them empty when not using them.
I got my beautiful set from a charity shop for 60. USD (plated). Such a great buy. (Ironically, I NEVER make black tea in any metal container, as it corrupts the flavour. I will serve herbal/fruit infusions in the teapot, and coffee in the coffee pot, as those are not affected.). Which brand cleaners do you use/recommend?
Hello Grant, I love your Chanel and insight. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Please could you show us how to clean brass as I notice you have quite a few candlesticks on your windowsill. It’s a chore I don’t enjoy having arthritis so I’d love to know how to do it properly.
Many thanks and please keep posting
Well spotted and yes this is coming up!!!!
Very interesting
Thank you for this video! I wanted to display my tea sets in my curio cabinet in the living room. I was wondering if the living room would be ok.
TRB's silver cleaning tips and tricks! If I may also enquire, what is the name of the lovely piano piece you used to accompany the May 9th video of your cottage in Elie? Many thanks!
Hello Karen how are you doing today hope you're safe over there?
I hope this year brings happiness and prosperity to all american and to the worldwide🌍. I'm Carlos Holt by name from Key west, Florida and you?
Such a sweet little sausage dog, much nicer than Corgi's ha ha ha ha
Yes royal butler you point I will tell our friends all about the items shumba to your service
How do you clean the interiors of the silver? What are they made of?
I will maybe do another silver cleaning episode explain this. Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
I'm going to need a good cup of black tea after sizing up the uniform of Lord Mountbatten. I've never seen anything like it tbh.
I also have my tea service on show, I use the tin foil baking sofa boiling water method to keep it polished
A friend of the family inherited a silver tea service ..which was black she assumed as it was old that was how it should be…I kept saying “ you should clean it “ …Years later she had a cleaner ..who cleaned it ..and it sparkled.
Fantastic
Very helpful, thanks a lot ! I never thought about using a toothbrush.
Some 25 years ago I got a Queen Anne tea set in London. The tea pot has a brown wooden handle. I always fear the wood gets wet. Do you have any advice ?
You could wrap the handle in cling film or tin foil to protect it?
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May I ask two more questions: 1st. How would you recommend to clean the teapot inside ? I found out that some people use some dishwasher cleaner and fill the teapot with hot water and let it work some time, but I am not sure that this is the best solution.
2nd. When I see pictures from hight tea I very often see the tea spoon being placed on the saucer in front of the cup. In Germany we always put it behind the cup. What is the correct way in Britain ?
I have to excuse my lousy English.
Made me wonder if a person could find actual silver bells for Christmas.
Depends on how you intend to use your funds. ;-) I have seen lovelies on etsy. Then, a jeweller might be able to assist- or, if you make like the Cavendish family (Duke and Duchess of Devonshire), you could have them commissioned. ;-) (yes, I do watch the Chatsworth house TH-cam channel!)
@@thekingsdaughter4233 Plus the cost of a guard at the Holiday party... I still think silver bells might be as good or better than hiding money under the mattress.
Especially if 1. The monetary system becomes a mess. 2. They switch us all to e-dollars/pounds. 3. Inheritance tax subterfuge, anyone?