Jewelry is not just decoration – it is a story. A memory of your first paycheck, a gift from your grandmother, or a symbol of an engagement that you (maybe) got over long ago. But nothing ruins these stories faster than a tarnished ring or chain that looks like it spent all four seasons in a mud puddle. And then we come to the eternal question: how to clean jewelry so it shines again without making your bank card shine?
Before you make a dramatic trip to the nearest jewelry store (or jewelry throw it out the window – please don’t), first step into the kitchen. Believe it or not, many kitchen ingredients you have at home have hidden super cleaning power. With a few simple, homemade tricks, you can quickly and clean yourself effectively – and even save up for some shiny new thing.
How to clean jewelry? Easy with these tricks!
Vinegar and baking soda – a homemade cleaning dynamic duo
The combination that your grandmother knew better than any cleaning product is sure to vinegar and baking sodaThis unusual duo is a great solution if you want to thoroughly clean gold or silver.
How?
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- Mix in a bowl ½ cup white vinegar and 2 tablespoons baking soda.
- Dip your gold or silver jewelry into the resulting mixture for 2–3 hours.
- Then rinse the jewelry under lukewarm water and wipe it thoroughly with a soft cloth.
Result: Like new. Or at least shiny enough that you'll be proud to wear it again.
Beer – refreshment for gold jewelry (don't worry, it won't get you drunk)
Your gold jewelry now has a new best friend – regular light beerSurprised? You shouldn't be, because beer contains just the right combination of acids and gases to purify gold.
How?
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- His own gold jewelry (without gemstones) soak in a glass of light beer.
- Leave for a few minutes, then remove the jewelry and gently wipe with a microfiber cloth.
Result: Sparkling gold, ready for your next big event (or at least coffee with friends).
Toothpaste – when jewelry needs “fresh breath”
If toothpaste can clean your teeth, why not your jewelry? This trick is especially effective at cleaning silver jewelry.
How?
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- On soft toothbrush apply a smaller amount regular white toothpastes (avoid abrasive, whitening and gel-like options).
- Carefully brush the jewelry, paying special attention to corners and edges.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and wipe dry.
Result: The silver shines again like a movie star's smile.
Ketchup – an unexpected hero for silver
Sounds strange? Sure. But ketchup has become a viral cleaning sensation tarnished silver.
How?
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- A silver piece of jewelry for 3 minutes dip into a smaller bowl filled with ketchup.
- Then gently clean it with an old toothbrush or a soft cotton cloth.
- Rinse the jewelry well and wipe dry.
Result: The silver is as shiny as the cutlery in Grandma's dinner service - before it sat in the cupboard for special occasions.
Conclusion
Cleaning jewelry doesn't have to mean an expensive trip to the jeweler's or buying special cleaning products. Your kitchen is a treasure trove of natural cleaners that can quickly restore the shine to your gold and silver. Plus, you'll have fun cleaning it—and a great reason to finally use ketchup for something other than fries.
