How to Clean Copper

Start by rinsing your copper item in warm water.
2. Rub a copper cleaner directly on the item, using the sponge the product provides or a clean cloth.
3. Rinse the item with water, then buff it dry with a clean, soft cloth.
When you don’t have copper cleaner product on hand you can use ketchup and salt. It’s not an exact science, so you don’t have to measure the ingredients.
1. Squeeze a little bit of ketchup on a rag, then sprinkle salt on top.
2. Rub the mixture on your copper item in circular motions and repeat until the entire surface is tarnish-free.
3. Use a damp cloth to wipe the ketchup and salt mixture off your item and use another clean cloth to dry your item.