On 7/15/2012 6:08 AM, Cheryl wrote:
>
> I like alternative cleaning methods, especially since I have cats in the
> house and no telling what they will get into. For copper I've read this:
>
> Copper cleaner: Paste of equal parts vinegar, salt and flour. Be sure to
> rinse completely afterward to prevent corrosion.

This sounds like a good, effective, mix. I like the idea of using just
vinegar and salt for cleaning copper, which has the advantage of
cleaning instantaneously - no scrubbing required! Like your method, you
have to rinse completely. OTOH, the piece is just going to corrode
again. If you're just displaying it, you might want to consider spraying
it with a clear finish.

I was into that copper bowl craze of the 70s. Those bowls sure did look
purdy but I never found a way that I could live with them since I wanted
to actually use the bowls for cooking. I'm so done with those things!

>
> You can also use baking soda to clean stainless steal.
>
> http://www.marc.org/environment/soli...w/saferalt.htm