How to Clean Brass or Copper: Frugal and Green

Cleaning brass and copper can be some of the most challenging of household cleaning. I've included three options to clean your brass and copper naturally and frugally, using common household products.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ketchup or tomato juice
• Baking soda
• White vinegar
• Salt

1. RECIPE 1:
   
   Ketchup or tomato juice will remove tarnish from copper or brass. Rub into object with a soft cloth.

2. RECIPE 2:
   
   Mix baking soda and white vinegar together to create a paste. Rub into copper or brass item with a soft cloth. Rinse and dry with a cloth.

3. RECIPE 3:
   
   For more stubborn stains, make a paste of white vinegar and salt. Rub on object with cloth. This is most abrasive and should be used with caution on fragile surfaces.

Resources

• Frugal Patti - Tips for Frugal Living

[MIghtyDreamer]

on 11/4/2008 Very cool tips!