7 tutorials on how to clean gold to make it shiny and elegant

One of the most striking characteristics of gold is its intense luster. Although the material does not rust, it can damage over time and consequently lose its elegance:

How to clean gold with vinegar

Step by step:

1. Put half a tablespoon of salt in an American cup;
2. Next, pour vinegar halfway into the container;
3. Once the solution is prepared, leave your gold piece in there for about 10 minutes. During this time, stir it little by little with a spoon;
4. Remove from the glass and see how the gold has become brighter again.

How to clean parts using toothpaste

Step by step:

1. Prepare a solution of water and a little detergent;
2. Put some toothpaste on an old toothbrush to brush the parts;
3. Then rinse the toothpaste in the solution with water and detergent;
4. Just rinse a little water and you're done!

How to clean 18k gold

Step by step:

1. Put some liquid neutral soap on the piece;
2. With the gold in the palm of your hand, scrub it with the aid of an old toothbrush;
3. Perform the procedure for about one to two minutes;
4. It is recommended to do this process once or twice a week to keep it looking stylish.

Tutorial for cleaning oxidized gold with lipstick

Step by step:

1. Put some lipstick (it can be any color) on a cloth or on absorbent cotton;
2. Then rub the gold piece on the spot with lipstick;
3. Notice that the cloth gets darker, this is the dirt that is on the part coming off. Keep rubbing;
4. Perform the procedure until you see that the gold has become shiny again;
5. Finish by wiping the piece with the clean part of the cloth and check how shiny your piece is as before.

How to clean blackened gold with homemade products

Step by step:

1. Wet your gold piece;
2. With your piece in hand, pour some vinegar, detergent, and finally some baking soda;
3. Rub gently with the palms of your hands;
4. Rinse the piece and scrub again, this time without adding the products;
5. Again, rinse and, with a toothbrush, scrub once more;
6. Rinse the garment under running water until all the soap comes out;
7. Dry it on a clean cloth and paper towel. Look how it turned out!

Only with water and detergent, learn how to clean yellow gold chain

Step by step:

1. Put some neutral detergent in a glass or ceramic container;
2. Add the water and place the mixture in the microwave until it boils;
3. Place the part into the boiling solution and leave it for a few minutes;
4. Rinse the pieces under running water. It is recommended to use a sieve, so as not to lose the piece;
5. If any dirt remains, use an old toothbrush to finish cleaning;
6. Rinse again and that's it!

How to clean gold with bicarbonate

Step by step:

1. The first step is to wet a flannel with water;
2. Then rub some bicarbonate on the cloth so that it "sticks" and does not fall off when you move the cloth;
3. Take the piece and press it with the bicarbonate on the sides;
4. With the other hand, rotate the piece, then reverse side and continue passing the product;
5. If the product remains dirty, repeat the process a few more times;
6. When it is clean, wet the piece. With a toothbrush, use detergent to remove the excess bicarbonate;
7. Rinse and dry with paper so that no moisture is left on the gold piece;
8. It is important to emphasize that the bicarbonate procedure must be done on solid pieces (besides gold, the process can be done on other metals). It must not be done on gold-plated materials. The piece must be matte or brushed, not polished!

It is important to observe if your piece has some kind of stone or crystal, in which case, research if this material is compatible with water and cleaning products, because many stones are porous and can be damaged when in contact with these products. Along the same lines, learn how to use vinegar to clean your house!