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Eliminate Rust Stains from Jewelry with These Easy Steps

Jewelry often takes a beating. Whether caused by sweat, perfumes, or everyday wear and tear, rust stains are sometimes unavoidable. Fortunately, getting rid of rust stains from jewelry is possible with a few simple steps.


Updated 28 Jun 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

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Using Baking Soda and Lemon Juice

Mix equal parts baking soda and lemon juice into a paste. Apply the mixture to the rust-affected jewelry using a cotton swab, toothbrush, or your finger. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes, then scrub gently. Rinse the paste away with warm water. Repeat until rust stains are removed.

Using Vinegar and Salt

Mix equal parts vinegar and salt into a paste. Dip the rust-affected jewelry into the mixture, allowing it to sit for a few hours. Once rust spots have been softened, scrub gently with a toothbrush. Rinse the paste away with warm water. Repeat until the rust stains are removed.

Using Metal Polishes

Using a soft cloth, apply metal polish to the rust-affected areas of your jewelry. Gently rub polish into metal until the rust stains are removed. Rinse the polish away with water and buff the jewelry dry. Repeat as needed.

Using a Soft Toothbrush

If the rust stains are less severe, you can use a soft toothbrush to remove them. Dip the toothbrush in warm water and rub the dirt and rust away. Rinse the jewelry off with water, and then dry it with a soft cloth.

Using Aluminum Foil

Line a bowl with aluminum foil. Fill the bowl with hot water and add 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Submerge the jewelry in the mixture and let it sit for 10 minutes. Scrub gently with a toothbrush and rinse jewelry off with warm water. Repeat as needed.

Using a Jeweler's Cloth

A jewelry polishing cloth is perfect for removing rust stains from jewelry. Apply light pressure and rub cloth along the affected areas. If the rust stains still remain, dampen the cloth and repeat. Buff the item dry when finished.

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