How to Clean Brass Jewelry

Intermediate 45 min 13 steps 35566 views Rating: 3.8/5 Published: 2026-01-12

Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in warm water.. Test the soapy water on an inconspicuous area to make sure it's safe.. Clean the piece with the soapy water and a soft cloth or toothbrush.

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1

Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in warm water.

Step 1

Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in warm water.

2

Test the soapy water on an inconspicuous area to make sure it's safe.

Step 2

Test the soapy water on an inconspicuous area to make sure it's safe.

3

Clean the piece with the soapy water and a soft cloth or toothbrush.

Step 3

Clean the piece with the soapy water and a soft cloth or toothbrush.

4

Rinse the jewelry thoroughly, then dry it with a soft cloth.

Step 4

Rinse the jewelry thoroughly, then dry it with a soft cloth.

5

Cut a lemon in half.

Step 5

Cut a lemon in half.

6

Dip one of the cut sides of the lemon in salt.

Step 6

Dip one of the cut sides of the lemon in salt.

7

Rub the salt and lemon over the surface of the brass until it shines.

Step 7

Rub the salt and lemon over the surface of the brass until it shines.

8

Use a toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach places.

Step 8

Use a toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach places.

9

Rinse the jewelry and dry it thoroughly.

Step 9

Rinse the jewelry and dry it thoroughly.

10

Make a salt, flour, and vinegar paste for an all-natural deep clean.

Step 10

Make a salt, flour, and vinegar paste for an all-natural deep clean.

11

Try ketchup for a unique way to shine your brass jewelry.

Step 11

Try ketchup for a unique way to shine your brass jewelry.

12

Opt for non-gel toothpaste for occasional cleaning.

Step 12

Opt for non-gel toothpaste for occasional cleaning.

13

Use ammonia for a quick clean if you don't mind the fumes.

Step 13

Use ammonia for a quick clean if you don't mind the fumes.

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