How do you clean sterling silver jewelry?

**freyadog** · 06-18-2007, 06:48 PM

Have some pieces that need cleaning. I tried one of those machines with solution but it didnt seem to do the trick. Any frugal tips out there to help?

Barbara

**Darlene** · 06-19-2007, 07:25 AM

I've heard that a non abrasive toothpaste works or an aluminum pan, baking soda & hot water together will do the trick too. Me, I use tarnex, I've had the same bottle for years.
Love silver jewlery more than gold here.

**geckoace** · 06-19-2007, 08:03 AM

i used to use baking soda and water and an old toothbrush

**PrairieRose** · 06-19-2007, 10:15 AM

I have one of those polishing rags that someone gave me years ago and have been using it forever. Also keep your jewelry in something airtight. It will help it not to tarnish so quickly.

**ewokgirl** · 06-19-2007, 03:18 PM

Well, I use silver cleaner. I bought my bottle several years ago, and I'm nowhere near finishing it up! It may not seem frugal when purchasing it, but it is when you look at how long it lasts.

**geckoace** · 06-19-2007, 04:21 PM

Originally Posted by PrairieRose

I have one of those polishing rags that someone gave me years ago and have been using it forever. Also keep your jewelry in something airtight. It will help it not to tarnish so quickly.

oh yeah my mom has one of those she likes alot

**Ceashels** · 06-19-2007, 04:24 PM

I got my wedding and engagement rings made by a vendor at the Renaissance Festival... So every year, we drop them off and get the shined up. It makes life so easy and no charge which makes it even better.