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CreekLineHouse . Blogger Algonac, MI on Feb 11, 2013
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How to Polish your Silver with Toothpaste!

Have you ever heard of using toothpaste as a silver polish? This old-fashioned trick really works! I've got a few more details about it on my blog if you'd like to try it too!
Time: 15 Minutes Cost: $1 Difficulty: Easy
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    Look at that shine! Who knew toothpaste could do this?
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    I like to use toothpaste (I've used the "gel" kind also) and a toothbrush, but a soft cloth works well too.
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    Here's a before and after with two candle sticks.
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    My silver started out with a lot of tarnish!

To see more: http://creeklinehouse.blogspot.ca/2013/02/how-to-polish-your-silver-with.html

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  • Miriam I New York, NY
    Love the old fashioned tricks that really work! Thanks for posting!
    on Feb 11, 2013 · Like 0
  • CreekLineHouse . Algonac, MI
    Thanks, Miriam I! The old fashioned tips are always my favorites. :)
    on Feb 11, 2013 · Like 0
  • Carolyn_conway Independence, MO
    Another old fashioned tip that really works. Ketchup will clean copper beautifully!
    on Feb 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Jeanie Bray Collins Seymour, MO
    Thanks...been using tooth paste for years on my silver jewelry but never thought about my big silver !
    on Feb 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Stephanie (Sandpaper & Gl... Fitchburg, MA
    I do this even to some jewelry.. and i've gone the ketchup on copper a swell. it's a great trick!
    on Feb 12, 2013 · Like 0

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