Silver chains can lose their shine due to exposure to air, sweat, perfumes, and moisture. With just a few household ingredients and simple steps, here’s how you can clean your silver jewellery at home.
Materials Needed: Baking soda, white vinegar, a soft cloth, toothbrush, warm water, aluminium foil and a bowl. (Image: AI-Generated)
Line a bowl with aluminium foil: Keep the shiny side up. This creates a chemical reaction that helps lift tarnish from silver. (Image: AI-Generated)
Mix the cleaning solution: Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of salt into the bowl. Now, pour in warm water to fill it half way. (Image: AI-Generated)
Place the silver chain in the solution: Submerge the chain, making sure it touches the foil. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. (Image: AI-Generated)
Add a splash of White Vinegar: You can pour a small amount of white vinegar or lemon juice. (Image: AI-Generated)
Gently scrub with a toothbrush: Use a soft bristled toothbrush to remove the remaining dirt. (Image: AI-Generated)
Rinse thoroughly with water: Wash the chain under cool running water to remove all cleaning residue. (Image: AI-Generated)
Dry completely with soft cloth: Pat dry carefully to avoid scratching, then let it air dry fully. (Image: AI-Generated)
Polish for extra shine: You can also use a silver polishing cloth to buff the chain gently. (Image: AI-Generated)
Store properly: Keep your silver chain in an airtight pouch or anti-tarnish bag to prevent future tarnishing. (Image: AI-Generated)
