How To Clean Silver at Home?

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 How To Clean Silver at Home?

How To Clean Silver at Home?
How To Clean Silver at Home?

🥄 Method 1: Baking Soda & Aluminum Foil (Best for Heavily Tarnished Silver)

  1. Line a bowl with aluminum foil, shiny side up.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of salt.

  3. Pour in hot water (not boiling) to dissolve the mixture.

  4. Place silver items in the bowl, ensuring they touch the foil.

  5. Let sit for 5–10 minutes. You’ll see tarnish transfer to the foil.

  6. Remove, rinse with clean water, and dry with a soft cloth.

🧴 Method 2: White Vinegar & Baking Soda (For Jewelry or Small Items)

  1. Place silver items in a bowl.

  2. Add ½ cup white vinegar and 2 tablespoons baking soda.

  3. Let soak for 2–3 hours.

  4. Rinse thoroughly and buff with a microfiber cloth.

🪥 Method 3: Toothpaste (Quick Spot Cleaning)

  1. Apply non-gel, non-abrasive toothpaste to a soft cloth or toothbrush.

  2. Gently rub the silver in circular motions.

  3. Rinse with warm water and dry immediately.

🍋 Method 4: Lemon Juice & Salt (Natural Polish)

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice with ½ teaspoon salt.

  2. Dip a cloth into the mixture and rub gently on silver.

  3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.