🍋 Lemon + Salt: The 2-Ingredient Polish That Brings Back the Shine
- kitkat53
- Oct 22
- 1 min read
Introduction
Forget expensive metal cleaners — all you need is a lemon and a pinch of salt. This old-school cleaning trick dissolves tarnish on copper and brass in minutes, revealing a warm natural glow.
The Science
Lemon juice: Its citric acid gently dissolves oxidation.
Salt: Adds abrasion to lift dark tarnish without scratching.
Together, they form a mild acid-abrasive paste that polishes beautifully — and safely.
How to Use It
Cut a lemon in half and sprinkle salt on the exposed side.
Rub it directly on the metal surface.
Watch the tarnish disappear!
Rinse with warm water and buff dry with a soft cloth.
Where It Works Best
Perfect for:
Copper pans & mugs
Brass handles or fixtures
Decorative trays & candlesticks
Quick Tip
For deep tarnish, warm the lemon in the microwave for 10 seconds before use — heat speeds up the reaction.
Cheers!
