{"id":17555,"date":"2021-10-06T15:46:33","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T15:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=17555"},"modified":"2021-10-06T15:46:34","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T15:46:34","slug":"12-weird-silver-cleaning-tricks-that-actually-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/12-weird-silver-cleaning-tricks-that-actually-work\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Weird Silver Cleaning Tricks That Actually Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You completely can use your household items to make your tarnished silver and dull jewelry shine. Find out 12 of these weird yet effective cleaning silver tricks.\n</p><h4>How to clean silver with ketchup\n</h4><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-17557 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-1-1024x576.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"576\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-1-1024x576.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>If your silver is tarnished, ketchup can help. Squirt a small amount on a paper towel, and rub gently over the tarnished areas. If your silver isn\u2019t getting shinier, let the ketchup sit for 15 minutes, then rub with a soft cloth and rinse clean. For items that have textured details, as with some candlesticks or fancy silverware, use a toothbrush to clean between the crevices.\n</p><h4>Aluminum foil\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17558 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-2.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-2.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Tarnished silver is no match for this aluminum foil \u201crecipe.\u201d Bring one litre of water, one tablespoon of baking soda and one piece of aluminum foil to a boil. Drop silverware in the pot for 10 seconds (longer if it\u2019s very tarnished), then remove using kitchen tongs. Magic! If built-up tarnish persists, make a thick paste with 1\/4 cup baking soda and two tablespoons of water. Apply with a damp sponge, then rinse and dry.\n</p><h4>Laundry detergent\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17559 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-3.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-3.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>To make your jewelry or silverware sparkle, line a medium-sized bowl with aluminum foil and fill it with hot water. Mix in one tablespoon of powdered laundry detergent, then soak your silver for one minute. Rinse with clean water, and air-dry.\n</p><h4>Cornstarch\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17560 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-4.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-4.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>A paste of cornstarch and water will make silver look new again. Apply with a damp cloth, let dry, then rub off with something mildly abrasive, like cheesecloth or a rough towel. Tip: You can substitute cream of tartar if you\u2019re out of cornstarch.\n</p><h4>Hand sanitizer\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17561 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-5.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-5.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Hand sanitizer not only fights germs, it\u2019s also a great silver polisher! Squirt a few drops on a soft cloth and rub away the tarnish.\n</p><h4>Lemon-lime soda\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17562 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-6.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Recapture shine by dunking your silver items in a bowl of lemon-lime soda for one hour. Rinse and dry thoroughly.\n</p><h4>Toothpaste\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17563 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-7.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-7.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Squeeze a small amount of toothpaste on a rag and polish your silver, then rinse\u2014and admire the shine!\n</p><h4>Window cleaner\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17564 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-8.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"700\"' height='\"525\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-8.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Spray window cleaner on a rag or toothbrush, and use it to gently scrub your sterling silver. You should be able to restore your silver its original shiny state.\n</p><h4>Hair conditioner\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17565 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-9.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-9.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>If you want to prevent tarnish, try rubbing hair conditioner on clean silver.\n</p><h4>Chalk\n<figure id='\"attachment_17566\"' aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-17566\"' style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"wp-image-17566' size-large src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-10-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-10-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-17566\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Credit: The Kitchn\n<p>Silverware will stay shiny if you keep a few pieces of chalk in the drawer or chest where you store it. The chalk absorbs moisture, preventing your nice utensils from tarnishing.\n</p><h4>Ammonia\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17567 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-11.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-11.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Brighten silver trinkets by soaking them for 10 minutes in a solution of one cup warm water and 1\/2 cup clear ammonia. Gently wipe clean and dry.\n</p><h4>Vinegar\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-17568 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/how-to-clean-silver-12.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1000\"' height='\"750\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/how-to-clean-silver-12.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Return lustre and shine to your silverware and jewelry by soaking it in 1\/2 cup white vinegar mixed with 2 tablespoons of baking soda for two to three hours. Rinse under cold water, and dry thoroughly.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>You completely can use your household items to make your tarnished silver and dull jewelry shine. Find out 12 of these weird yet effective cleaning silver tricks. How to clean silver with ketchup If your silver is tarnished, ketchup can help. 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