2007-03-05 19:06:42 · 10 answers · asked by pompooie 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
She's right. Regular old toothpaste does wonders. Be prepared to get your hands messy though, as it's a messy business. And save yourself some hassle by doing it all at one time.
All you need is a tube of toothpaste, some warm water (I just do mine at the sink), and a soft cloth. Squeeze some toothpaste into your hand, mix it with water to make it pasty, and start rubbing your jewelry. The tarnish will come up pretty easily if it isn't too bad. If it's tremendously tarnished, you may need to rinse and repeat. After you are done, rinse it really well, and dry it with a soft cloth. Buff it so it shines, and you are done.
Just be sure to use the paste type of toothpaste, not the gel. I have tried the gel, and it doesn't work. Also, if your jewelry has a lot of detail, like scrollwork, you might want to use a soft brush, like a used toothbrush, or a cotton swab, to get into all the little nooks and crevices.
Good luck!
2007-03-05 19:15:49 · answer #1 · answered by Bronwen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cheapest way I know for cleaning silver is hand soap and water . While many will disagree because its semi-crude and is only a little effective it does work in some cases. For example if the silver has turned black this method will not work. If the silver is dull this method will work, to illustrate I have a sterling silver (925) ring which I wear all day every day, and I've notice every time I wash my hands my ring shines more than it did before. In conclusion since this method can clean silver jewelry on some level and since the cleaning method can be obtained for free at a public restroom this clearly the cheapest way to clean jewelry.
2007-03-05 19:36:40 · answer #2 · answered by jsliat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baking Soda
2007-03-05 19:10:03 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Lin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone gave me a packet of tissues that are really designed to get off tarnish. I forgot the brand name, though. I think you can scout around the hardware or ask your friendly jewelry store.
2007-03-05 19:21:38 · answer #4 · answered by Jumpin' in the Dark 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
rub with white cheap tooth paste and a clean rag
2007-03-05 19:10:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use plain old baking soda and an old toothbrush, just like my Mom did...perfection!
2007-03-05 19:16:39 · answer #6 · answered by kick it 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mix lemon and baking soda.
2007-03-05 19:29:06 · answer #7 · answered by amethyst3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
toothpaste
2007-03-05 19:14:14 · answer #8 · answered by cassandra_robbins88 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
throw it in the toilet, it really works!
2007-03-05 19:43:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
toothpaste. really.
2007-03-05 19:09:40 · answer #10 · answered by lovebugger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋