How to Keep Silver Jewelry from Tarnishing
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My silver jewelry tarnishes so quickly. Is there a way to prevent tarnish?
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Tarnish is caused by sulfur in air reacting with silver. Prevention is easier than removal!
Storage Solutions
- Anti-tarnish bags with anti-tarnish strips
- Airtight zip-top bags with air pressed out
- Add plain chalk to jewelry box (absorbs moisture and sulfur)
- Individual compartments to prevent scratches
Daily Habits
- Put jewelry on last (after perfume, lotion)
- Take it off first when home
- Remove before showering, swimming, exercising
- Wipe with silver cloth after each wear
Home Remedy for Tarnish
Line bowl with aluminum foil, place jewelry, sprinkle baking soda, pour boiling water, wait 2-5 minutes. Tarnish transfers to foil electrochemically.
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I store silver in zip-lock bags with silica gel packets from shoe boxes. My silver used to tarnish in 2 weeks, now stays shiny for 6+ months.
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