How to Clean Silverware Naturally Without Chemicals

Clean silverware in a skillet.

Silverware is elegant and polished when cared for properly, but people may be afraid to use the silverware when it becomes tarnished and dingy looking. This makes it important to know how to properly clean the silverware, as you want to remove food, oils and tarnish from the silverware as it develops. To do this, combine a few cleaning ingredients that you already have on hand, and begin the cleaning process.

Things You'll Need

• Large skillet
• Aluminum foil
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Water
• Soft polishing cloth

Instructions

1. Line the bottom of a large skillet with aluminum foil.

2. Fill the pan with hot water, and pour 1 tsp. baking soda and 1 tsp. salt into the pan.

3. Bring the water to a boil on high heat, and place all silverware into the water. Let boil for 5 minutes.

4. Let the water cool slightly, and remove the silverware from the skillet.

5. Rinse the silverware with cold water, and polish clean with a soft, dry cloth.

References

• Eartheasy: Non-Toxic Home Cleaning