Copper is one of the most beautiful materials to use in home decor. It is soft, malleable, and can last a long time if cared for properly. However, copper tarnishes easily, and it needs to be cleaned regularly in order to maintain its shine. Fortunately, you can clean copper naturally without the use of harsh chemicals or abrasive scrubbing pads. Here’s how!
Lemon Juice and Salt
The combination of lemon juice and salt is a great way to clean copper naturally. All you need is some fresh-squeezed lemon juice (not from concentrate) and coarse salt. Squeeze enough lemon juice into a bowl so that it covers the bottom, then sprinkle some salt over it until the entire surface is covered. 6Dip a rag into the mixture, then use it to wipe down your copper item(s). As you’re wiping down the item(s), you may see black residue coming off onto your cloth. This is normal! Once you’ve wiped down your item(s), rinse them off with warm water and dry with a soft cloth or towel.
Ketchup
Yes, you read that right—ketchup! Ketchup contains acids that help remove tarnish from copper without scratching or damaging its surface. All you need is ketchup (not mustard or other condiments) and an old toothbrush with soft bristles. Put some ketchup on your toothbrush, then use it to brush away any dirt or grime from your item(s). Rinse off with warm water when finished, and buff dry with a soft cloth or towel for extra shine!
Vinegar and Baking Soda
This method requires more elbow grease than the others, but it works incredibly well at removing stubborn stains from copper items. To do this, make a paste by combining equal parts vinegar and baking soda in a small bowl until they form a thick paste (you may need to adjust amounts depending on how much paste you need). Apply the paste directly onto your item using an old toothbrush or rag in small circular motions until all dirt has been removed. Rinse off with warm water when finished, and buff dry with a soft cloth or towel for extra shine!
Conclusion
Cleaning copper naturally doesn’t have to be difficult—or involve harsh chemicals! With just some simple ingredients like lemon juice, salt, ketchup, vinegar, baking soda, and an old toothbrush (or rag), you can easily keep your copper items looking shiny and new without any damage. Give these methods a try today for beautiful results tomorrow!
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