How to Clean Tarnish Off Your Jewelry Using Baking Soda

[@shisley4]

I buy a lot of sterling silver jewelry. I found out if you keep pieces in individual plastic bags (I use Ziploc sandwich bags) It will keep your jewelry from oxidizing. It's not exposed to air/oxygen. This saves me a lot of time having to clean it on regular bases.

[@ruthbaldwin9263]

Thank you, that's a great tip!

[@shisley4]

You are so welcome :-)!

[@mariepanker809]

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[@hairybeefman]

Honey Isweet makes sens 😊

[@nunyabiznez6381]

You are correct. I worked for Tiffany & Co. at their sterling silver manufacturing plant in Rhode Island. Once completed, all silver jewelry items are stored in plastic bags until it is ready to be put on sale. They use small poly bags, the smallest size that the item can fit in then they push as much air out as they can when they bag the piece. I have found that I can accomplish the same thing by tightly wrapping an item in plastic wrap. The less air the better. I would also like to point out that the anti tarnish felt and suede bags do NOT work. This is why Tiffany's and others don't use them for long term storage. I found this out the hard way when I opened up boxes of Tiffany jewelry after years of storage and found them all dark with tarnish.

[@eunicesandoval478]

Her voice is so calm and nice to listen too. I didn't mind watching the whole 6 minute video. Thanks for the tip, now time to boil some water.

[@jamssnana4084]

I just wanted to say that you did a really great job with this video! You are organized, well-spoken, clear, and to-the-point. No "uhhhhhhh” or repeating yourself, which drives me nuts. LOL Thanks for the great video; LOVE that it's earth-friendly. 😀

[@conniesuttles2987]

I have watched 5 videos before this one and she was the most articulate, clear on everything and easy to understand.

[@CriscaraOfficial]

Thanks so much for your kind words and for watching!

[@staceyrebeca]

JAMS's Nana OMG!!! I soooo agree!!!!

[@GiGi-fd6om]

I used this method on just silver plated costume jewelry and they look great! Thank you.

[@tiffanyarizaga1]

I used this on my Pandora charm bracelet that I wore in the pool and it looks brand new. Thanks for this video!

[@jahway1262]

Great video! Used these in my 18k grillz!! Thanks!

[@lainesinkala5311]

Thank you Kindly! I just tried it and it actually works! It made my white gold rosary and silver ring sparkle like new!! Thanks again! :-)

[@kce2941]

thank you so much for the verry usefull tips. I have sterling silver necklace I haven't wear for a long time because I didn't know how to clean it. I saw this vedio tonight and I did it right away and my necklace looks verry like new.. thanks again!

[@craftersky2646]

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[@AminahJeelani83]

Thank you so much for this simple and effective solution. I tried this with my gold plated necklace and real gold necklace. It got rid of all the tarnish within a minute or so. Admittedly the gold plated jewellery isn’t as gold as before but it’s better than looking black! And the gold necklace looks brand new

[@rosedavid2176]

I tried exactly what you said and it works perfectly. thanks.

[@anitaroy6342]

Can I use a foil tray?

[@MagnificentMurphy]

I have pierced earrings with a CZ in the middle. Will the baking soda hurt the fake CZ stone. If so what else could I do?

[@winterlock1]

omg I just tried this on some silver rings that had gone totally black with tarnish..wish I could post pics...they look brand new!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@CriscaraOfficial]

So glad this worked for you!

[@JenaeJenae]

I tried this method and it works! my engagement ring looks just like how I first got it. Shiny!! thanks!

[@samnater]

First try didn't work for me. However, I made sure the water was boiling (instead of just hot) and also pushed a small 2ndary piece of alumninum foil on top of the jewelry and it worked. Came out almost like new!

[@rugeneantonnolasco6311]

The Toothbrush won't scratch the surface of the chain and a ring, right??

[@dreamboatannie0816]

I know this is an old video, but what if the piece has stones in it? Cubic zirconias specifically

[@merlinpendragon7766]

Can this be used for a Daniel Wellington golden mesh work watch strap???

[@tillybinkieking7258]

Best explanatory video. Thank you.. I shall now try this experiment out with my late mother's silver little box... What was it used for? :D

[@trevorjensen1848]

If it's silver but is gold plated on one side and silver diamond cuts on the other side can I use this method

[@Ham549]

How is baking soda "all natural"? Last I heard they had a chemically process soda ash to make it into baking soda.

[@DebraJEAN472]

Ok, so I got up, followed your instructions and wa-la. Thank you so much. I'd taken all my Brighten, which isn't silver (I have a lot of Tiffany I'm going to do this with)...to a jeweler. He "threw" it into some vat and I thought ruined it all! It was gunky, rough, brown, basically unwearable. So, nothing to lose. I had to do a few longer because due to Covid they didn't get any wear. But, even though Brighten "isn't real" it's fashionable, not cheap, and I wanted to restore it. I also left some charms on one necklace and the gems were fine. THANK you. I'm sharing this!!!

[@chloekit4861]

I wanted to see the science experiment it's a tease you can't even see it in the video! 😩

[@xKiYoMiNaTiONx]

This has totally made my day! I've had so many tarnished chains and some pendants and this saved me! Thanks so much for making this tutorial! I hope this works with earrings too!

[@autumnpeace1994]

Thank you so much! This is absolutely amazing...i have a pandora bracelet and it was almost black it was so tarnished i did this added at tad more baking soda and more hot water and boom shiny and new again! So glad i found this video

[@karenpacheco7864]

What about your charms? Does this work on them also? Cuz mine are black in some areas where i cant get to them with a polishing cloth

[@1ycj]

hi, I wanted to ask you I have some 18kt gold clad hoops I purchases from QVC 2 yr's ago and found them. they are a bit tarnished and wanted to see if there is a way I can get the tarnish off. these earring are really beautiful so I do want to start wearing them. thanks so much in advance!

[@ladyblackbgb]

Was surprised that this actually worked. Did my silver and gold, and they look great. Had a pair of gold hoop earrings I hadn’t worn in years because they looked terrible. Now they’re like new again. Thanks

[@CourtneysCockpit]

you used way more than a tablespoon of baking soda. WAY MORE. But this does work. ive done it before. BTW... Bleach totally kills sterling silver rings. I didnt know that when I work my wedding rings into the pool at the ymca.

[@hekticwoofer]

FiftiesFatimah What does the bleach do? I've went swimming with my sterling silver chain necklaces

[@CourtneysCockpit]

it tarnished my rings. turned them a nasty dirty gray/black color. But I did this and it brought em back to life. Shiny as new!!!

[@CourtneysCockpit]

My grandma worked at jewelry stores and taught me to clean rings with toothpaste and a toothbrush but I prefer this method. I still scrub with a toothbrush tho Dean Beyers

[@hekticwoofer]

Ooooh thanks alot! I just did it.. My chain doesn't look as sparkly as new but my bracelets look polished..:)

[@latyneyez1]

Yolo Bae Swaglord I know this is old, i tried everything, yellow polish towel from Connissure you can buy at a store worrked the best, i have chains and diamonds took all the dark and silver tarnish right out.. I Promise

[@ArchimedesVlogs]

Hey ladies I need help! I have a bracelet with little glass beads that turned yellow over time. How can I clean that so it can be crystal clear again? I will subscribe I promise!!

[@DeirdreBegley]

like this video I have to do this to my chains they are really black

[@RENTALGUY1969]

Worked like a charm on my gold bracelet....thank you so much for sharing !!! 🙂

[@sallycandice6088]

Would this work on a sterling silver piece that was tarnished with bleach?

[@staceyrebeca]

You’re awesome! You did an awesome job with his video- very to the point, no mumbling, ums, no excess unnecessary comments- you’re really good!!!!!

[@Minahil111]

Can we use this for fake GOLDEN jewelry? Nice instructions btw!

[@fargosupreme]

I have a tarnished gold mcm belt buckle will this work? Or should I just take it to the mcm store and have them fix it

[@sammim6229]

I followed the steps from this video today & I am very surprised how different my rings look!

[@chellebell1776]

your very clear and very informative, the only thing is I would've liked to see the actual process in dish...

[@chodeshadar18]

Excellent video... thank you!

[@hemsn1591]

Is it for pure silver or oxidized jewellery also

[@Kaff231]

Great video will definitely try this method. Thank you ;-)

[@Glorious353]

I’ve used baking soda and it’s great but I find using toothpaste much easier and quicker.

[@madisonleigh333]

Would this work on silver antique locket that got damaged with oil? Major yellowing after one contact with oil. If not do you have any recommendation?

[@ratondawhittaker3892]

don't clean your pandora bracelet this way it will destroy your bracelet and charms.

[@dannyruiz6868]

Make sure it's at least 90% silver. If i's mixed with lead or pewter, baking soda should not be used. The baking soda does a chemical reaction with the pewter and silver, and will create a horrible mixture that will completely dull your silver and dull your entire piece. And it's almost impossible to get rid of the dull coat.

[@sumaiyaahsan]

thank you so much it worked! didn't have Al foil at home so used an Al bowl instead

[@Spicegal44]

You have the best voice on earth 😭😭

[@Striking_SC]

I just want to say thank you! This worked amazingly for me after I made the mistake of letting some jewelry soak in cleaning solution for to long. It looked like it had been burnt but this cleared it off in seconds. Thank you again!!!

[@jayveenkaur2453]

Any suggestion for gold jewelry with tarnish?

[@laurab9867]

Caution: This works well with silver but I don't recommend it for "silver plated" jewelry items. You'll ruin the piece! I used it to clean a long piece of uncut jewelry chain and the plating came off! Use a polishing cloth ~ never dip the piece in any chemical!!

[@gracielou4075]

Does this process work in a small aluminum tray?

[@ansapo]

Great tip, thanks!

[@mariepanker809]

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[@brittanyhopping9822]

I just used this method to remove the tarnish from the Celtic/elven headpiece I wore for my wedding. It worked really well, which I'm thrilled about! I was worried the headpiece was unsalvageable, but now it looks like new!

[@evaladez6350]

Hi how are you doing? Love your idea! Does baking powder work?

[@Mammajo2153]

Thanks! I'm going to try this now! Hope you have a great day!

[@denisestutenkemper2395]

Can a aluminum pie pan be used instead of the foil

[@hjkhkjgjhk5710]

Thank you

[@destinationlifecoaching841]

This is very good. Is it the same for cleaning earnings?

[@ifeoluwatobisolanke5152]

Does this work for zirconia and pearls

[@anna_kcx]

thanks for the help! honestly you are super chill and friendly and i really liked this video :)

[@anamontana1594]

I'll stick with toothpaste to avoid mess in the kitchen ... but I should try this method one day

[@CynicismForLife]

Thx!

[@susanwolf3450]

What can you use with stones?

[@2dayhair813]

THANK YOU🎉

[@zaradillon8496]

I tried this with my pandora ring, I went swimming with school and forgot to take it off I was devastated I tried this it didn't fully work but I can see an improvement

[@tajcoleman3419]

I like how you explained what you were doing & why you did it. This video helped me a lot and I want to give thanks to you.

[@alexia7022]

Thanks for a great video , straight to the point and no babbling

[@cindypierce5098]

Will this cleaning method work on Brighton Jewerly?

[@margodeshler8959]

this technique also works great on your everyday flatware sparkles like new!

[@renzy5270]

this was awesome!!! i just got some Jewellery off ebay that had fire burn all over it and followed this clip and 10mins later you wouldnt even know it was the same piece so simple but so effective THANK YOU

[@mrsf2977]

This was fantastic it help loads. I thank you for the video excellent!!!! my friends jewellery was black she asked me to save it I didn't think it was possible.....but it came out brand spanking new!!! 😆 thanks x

[@SeptLibra55]

I just want to say 'thank you' for showing me how to clean my tarnished gold chain. It is as good as new now.

[@nataliaurena8615]

would this work on fake gold pieces?

[@tittieboobie5001]

Yes I read another's comment an they said that it worked on gold pieces too

[@mammasbabas]

Thanks so much for the advice, I have lots of very tarnished silver I don't wear because of the tarnish. You are as pretty as your jewellry. Thanks again.

[@destinyw9649]

thank you so much ...I will be doing this easy method anytime to Brighton my silver jewelry Amazing outcome as if I just walked out of the store with a brand new silver bracelet

[@xochitlcolorado6881]

How bad is a regular paper towel to a natural paper towel??😂

[@xdiaz755]

Perfect thanks 🙏

[@Econofresh]

I tried the same what you showed but... all the aluminum melted away in a few seconds and it started to smoke really much and the stench felt pretty toxic also. So... after looking to your vid I think I did something wrong... I used baking soda that I bought at a DIY store, alu foil in the supermarket and hot water, that's it.

[@pausebeforeviewtube]

given that the melting temperature of aluminum is 660 °C (1221 °F), it wasn't the heat that melted the aluminum. did you use caustic soda instead of baking soda? caustic soda is sodium hydroxide and more commonly known as lye. it is an extremely base chemical, so if you did use it by mistake, i'm surprised you didn't burn yourself. it is extremely dangerous stuff and can be deadly if used without caution. the tooth brush probably saved your hands from becoming soup. always be careful when buying chemicals. i suggest you look into safely storing or disposing of your lye

[@nardamock]

This method actually works. No more silver polish to clean my silver earrings.

[@Domiiniiquefan90]

Does this menthod work with Vivienne Westwood silver orb pendant necklaces? I want to make sure it won't ruin the necklace even more if I tried to clean the tarnish from it. 😣

[@goldasmr7702]

I would contact the company or KZbin search that particular brand and how to clean their jewelry.

[@timikastaniszewski1522]

Can you use this method on rings with stones in them?

[@ivyrose812]

Do this cleaning method also works for 18k gold plated over sterling silver jewelry?

[@queensweetvlogs2034]

It really worked. I so wish I could post pictures. Thanks.

[@ritawright6351]

Thank you at least you explained just what you are doing. Most of the videos don't. I am going to try this.

[@alexstoian6497]

It works. Thanks! If I do it too often, like once in a few months, would it be any problem?

[@pamelaaverill6001]

I have been struggling with this for many years I tried everything. Nothing has worked for me Tried yours and my jewelry is so clean and beautiful Thank you so much. You are wonderful

[@cassiebrown5467]

This worked very well on my Tiffany’s silver. Thanks!

[@4EDEEDEE]

You have some healthy lungs!!! Oh and thanx for the cleaning tips too.

[@jeliezerc7689]

Thanks for the vid I needed to know how to clean my chains cause I buy a lot of chains I have 5 right now and needed to clean the old ones so thank u so much 😜it helps so much

[@ruggedrickrude1946]

I was looking for a vid to clean my gold chains,but now i could care less..................your BEE-U-TA-FULL looking woman,by the way whats your video about i forgot

[@jazzzz6243]

Can you clean gold jewelry with this method too?

[@drgnflyluv00]

Would be better if we could actually see the inside of the pan or better view of jewelry.

[@valentina-us9tk]

It’s not completely gone but to be fair it was pretty bad so thank you 🥰

[@deanloveridge2534]

Good tip but show us how the chains turned out.

[@praisesmosthigh]

I love this video thank you 🙏💕

[@eugenevaughan9127]

Always looking for new solutions on how to clean jewelry! Thanks 4 share!

[@frankiemelero6008]

I used to sell jewelry at a hair salon**

[@lstyle2018]

That's multi tasking.

[@bobbyrex4640]

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[@recoveryrocks1]

How do I get permission to use this video on my FB business page? Thank you.

[@opencollector]

Just did this to my chain and am amazed at how well it works. Thank you for sharing!

[@loriep.9493]

I see you did this video back in 2012 ! Wow...let me tell you , your advice is ...timeless ! I have gone to Yard Sales, and Thrift Stores and bought Jewelry that I was 95% certain was Sterling Silver and would take them home to clean. Not always a simple task if they have been tarnished a long time . But this remedy works great !!! Thank you for the video and the time it took you to make it !

[@Paxtonpia]

It’s now 2022!😳😂 this cleaning method still works. I put salt, & liquid soap w/ baking soda. Anyways.. I bought a silver add a bead cuff bracelet for $5 ! One bead cost more than that! It wasn’t even really that dirty.. However, cleaned it up, and I wear w/ a small silver bracelet that I never take off unless I clean them. I can’t believe the jewelry at our flea market here in Raleigh NC! Wish I had a friend that liked yard sales. I won’t go alone. Do you?

[@cindykoehler5327]

Yes, I go alone. I love yard sales and second hand stores.

[@alannahdavisodell8140]

Great video on cleaning fashion jewelry (aka, the cheap stuff, lol), I wish I'd known before that it is this simple and cost-effective. Thank you!