How to Polish Stainless Steel Jewelry

Stainless steel jewelry polishes beautifully.

Stainless steel jewelry is extremely easy to clean and polish. Stainless steel is an alloy of steel containing 10 percent chromium, which makes it resistant to rust and corrosion from water or moist air. By following only a few steps, you can clean and polish your stainless steel jewelry and have it looking like new.

Things You'll Need

• Cider vinegar
• Clean cloth

Instructions

1. Dip a clean cloth into cider vinegar.

2. Wipe the cloth over the stainless steel jewelry.

3. Rub the cloth across the jewelry gently to remove any water marks or blotches.

4. Repeat the process until all the spots or tarnished areas are shiny.

5. Store the polished stainless steel jewelry in a velvet or felt bag to ensure it stays clean.

Tips & Warnings

• If the cider vinegar doesn't work, try many of the commercial stainless steel jewelry cleaners on the market.

References

• New Jewelry Trends: learning how to clean stainless steel jewelry
• St. Patricks Guild: jewelry care
• Real Simple Magazine: How to Clean Jewelry