2 tablespoons (30 g) each of salt and baking soda 2 tablespoons (30 ml) liquid dish soap (optional) 2 cups (480 ml) boiling water A baking dish (or bowl) large enough to fit the pieces you wish to clean Aluminum foil to line the baking dish The silver pieces you want to clean.

Make sure all the silver pieces are touching the foil, as the tarnish from the silver will transfer to the foil.

To help the process along, use your fingers to gently rub and move the silver around in the solution. [5] X Research source

Because silver is so soft, it can scratch easily. Be sure to use a soft and non-abrasive cloth to polish, such as microfiber or lint-free flannel. [6] X Research source Always polish and buff silver in the direction of the metal’s grain, and never in a circular motion.

Mix one tablespoon (15 ml) dishwashing soap (something that’s phosphate-free and ammonia-free) with one cup (240 ml) warm water and stir well. If you want, use a hand blender to mix up some suds. Dip a soft cloth into the soapy water and wring out the excess. Use the damp cloth to clean the silver. Rinse out the cloth with plain water, and wipe off any leftover soap residue. Use a fresh cloth to buff and dry the silver.

When the silver is clean, rinse it under warm water or remove the excess paste with a damp cloth. Buff it dry with a clean cloth. [7] X Research source

For small pieces that can be immersed, soak them in the oil and lemon solution and place the bowl into a small saucepan. Fill the saucepan with enough water to bring the bowl off the bottom and turn the heat to medium. Bring up the water temperature and keep it hot, but not boiling, for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and take the silver out of the oil and lemon juice solution. Gently scrub the silver with a soft toothbrush. For either the hot bath or the polishing method, rinse the silver with hot water to remove excess solution, and dry it with a soft cloth. [8] X Research source

Dry and buff the silver with a soft cloth.

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Sunlight can also have an effect, so take your jewelry off any time you plan on spending time in the sun. [11] X Research source

Store silver away from direct and indirect sunlight to prevent the sun from causing it to tarnish.