If your money is opaque, don’t run to the store. Do this right away and your silver will be as good as new

Silver is an elegant and durable material, but over time it tends to darken or stain, losing that shine that makes it so special. Fortunately, there are several very effective home methods that you can apply at home with simple and accessible elements.

In just a few minutes, your silver items can look like new! Here are some very effective at-home methods:

Method 1: With aluminum foil, salt and baking soda

What you need:

• Aluminum foil
• A glass or plastic container or fountain
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon salt
• Hot water
• A wooden spoon or tong
• A soft cloth or microfiber towel

Step by step:

1. Line the container with aluminum foil (shiny side up).
2. Place the silver objects inside the container.
3. Add the baking soda and salt over the objects.
4. Pour boiling water until completely covered.
5. Wait 5 to 10 minutes.
6. Remove objects carefully.
7. Dry and buff with a soft cloth.

Method 2: With toothpaste

White toothpaste (not gel or whitening) is an excellent ally for cleaning silver.

How to use it:

1. Apply a small amount of toothpaste to a soft cloth or toothbrush.
2. Rub gently over the surface of the silver.
3. Leave on for 2-3 minutes if it is very dark.
4. Rinse with warm water.
5. Dry with a clean, dry cloth until it shines.

Tip: This method is ideal for rings, chains, and objects with small details.

Method 3: With banana peel

The inner part of the banana peel has natural properties that help remove sulfide from silver.

How to do it:

1. Take a fresh banana peel and cut it into pieces.
2. Place it in a blender with a little water and process until it forms a paste.
3. Apply the mixture with a soft cloth on the silver.
4. Rub in circular motions.
5. Rinse and dry.

Tip: This method is ideal for cleaning delicate objects or objects that cannot get too wet.

Additional tips for caring for silver

• Don’t rub with excessive force: if any stains persist, repeat the process.
• Do not use these methods on objects that contain precious stones, pearls, or sensitive materials.
• Store silver in cloth or velvet bags, away from moisture.
• Avoid direct contact with products such as perfumes, creams or strong detergents.

With these natural, inexpensive, and easy-to-apply methods, your silver objects will look like new effortlessly again!