How to Clean Silver Material

Cleaning silver is a very simple but there is a process that has to be followed. Start by separating silver from objects in your sink that may scratch it. Silver is very soft, and can be scratched or damaged by light contact with other metals. Do not wear rubber gloves in this process, rubber surprisingly corrodes the metal.

It is recommended to start by rinsing your pieces in warm water (baby bath temperature) to rinse away any surface gunk that may cause more problems in the cleaning process. A great household item to use while cleaning is toothpaste (plain white). Take a SOFT damp cloth and apply toothpaste to it. Then gently rub the toothpaste on the piece in back and forth motion, just like you were if you were painting. Once the rag becomes black with tarnish, apply more toothpaste to the rag and continue cleaning. Once you have completed cleaning, rinse the item thoroughly with warm water and then with a soft clean cloth dry your item. To preserve the cleaning you have completed, store the silver correctly. It is very important that you dry the item completely, wrap in a soft tissue, and do not place the object in a moisture prone environment.

If the above methods did not work, an alternative method is to put a pan on your stove and line it with aluminum foil. Next place your piece in the pan and add enough water to completely cover the piece of metal you want to clean. Next add baking soda, turn your stove on, and wait for the water to boil. The amount of baking soda will vary with the amount of water, for smaller items, a couple of teaspoons will be ok. After the water has boiled, use tongs to periodically check on the process of your silver. Once you are satisfied with your cleaning, rinse the object and dry immediately with a soft cloth.

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Added: April 12, 2009
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