How To Clean Your Tarnished Alex And Ani Bracelets

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How to Clean Your Tarnished Alex and Ani Bracelets

Thursday, September 10, 2015

It wasn't until my friend Neena made me two new bangles that I noticed just how tarnished my Alex and Ani bracelets had gotten. They looked so dingy compared with my shiny new gold wire. I tried soap and water but it didn't seem to do anything. Then I remembered I once had a rusted necklace I was able to restore by putting it in Coke. We don't really keep soda in the house, so I thought I'd try the similar trick of using Ketchup! I was really nervous to try this because Alex and Ani bracelets aren't cheap, and I didn't want to ruin them! But, it worked! I put my bracelets on a paper plate, covered them in ketchup, and let them sit for 5 minutes. I could already see a difference before I even rinsed off the ketchup. Next, I rinsed them in the sink and used a scrub brush to wipe off all of the ketchup. They shined up beautifully!

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Here is all you need: A paper plate, ketchup and your bracelets.

Here is my bracelet before:

Cover in ketchup and let sit for 5 minutes.

After!

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Leave me a comment: Did it work for you? What other methods have you tried? xoxo Kristen Pinterest - Instagram - Bloglovin - More DIY DIY Newer Post Older Post Home

26 comments

Samantha September 10, 2015 at 12:14 PM
Oh wow! Great tip!!
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AnonymousOctober 23, 2015 at 8:00 PM
The acid in the ketchup actually removes the plating. Best & safest way to clean the A&A bracelets as they are only plated, recycled metal is the tried and true way- using the original blue Dawn liquid dish soap a soft toothbrush and water. Hope this info helps you to keep your bracelets pristine for longer without damaging the plating. See other pins with washing instructions, (+) <3 :)
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1. Kristen WoolseyOctober 26, 2015 at 11:34 AM
  Thanks for your input! Dawn, as always, works great for general cleaning.My bracelets were so so so tarnished, I had to try something else. I've done the ketchup trick several times and have never had a problem.
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BloomApril 15, 2016 at 2:28 PM
I am crossing my fingers that ketchup works. I have an armful of tarnished Alex and Ani bangles. I am done buying them, besides tarnishing, they easily lose their shape after mutiple wearings. Thanks Kristen for sharing what worked on your tarnished bracelets!
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1. Kristen WoolseyApril 15, 2016 at 6:34 PM
  For the price, it would be great if they didn't tarnish! I hope this trick works for you!
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2. UnknownJune 2, 2016 at 10:25 AM
  Exactly!! I was super disappointed and shocked that these would tarnish so fast. I'm still baffled that, 1. for the price, the company does not make a better product, 2. so many people still buy it! Haha, yes that does include me but at the time I didn't know! Thanks for you tip!
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AnonymousJuly 4, 2016 at 12:10 PM
I am definitely going to try this, it is very sad they do tarnish. Thank you for the great post.
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UnknownSeptember 1, 2016 at 1:49 PM
Ketchup worked great!!. Thank you for the tip.
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AnonymousSeptember 10, 2016 at 8:40 AM
I tried the Dawn dishwashing liquid and soft tooth brush......mine still look tarnished....cleaner but tarnished. Afraid to do the ketchup thing though.
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AnonymousOctober 6, 2016 at 12:26 PM
Try earthgrace.com They are beautiful and they are not plated.
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1. AmandaApril 2, 2017 at 10:49 PM
  Yes they are plated it says so right on their website. Order Status Find StoreHome/ ALEX AND ANI FAQsLEARN MOREThe CompanyIn the PressCareersAffiliate ProgramBlogPrivacy PolicyTerms & ConditionsNEED HELP?Retail LocationsFAQsProduct CareShipping & ReturnsContact UsGift CardsFAQ'sORDERINGE-GIFT CARDSSHIPPINGRETURNSPRODUCT INFORMATIONWARRANTYJewelryHow can I clean my jewelry?How can I tell if my ALEX AND ANI is authentic?How expandable are your expandable bangles?Can I add multiple charms to one bangle?Can I design my own charm?What is the difference between RAFAELIAN GOLD Finish and RAFAELIAN SILVER Finish?Our RAFAELIAN SILVER Finish and RAFAELIAN GOLD Finish are our most popular finishes. They are a rich, eco-conscious matte Silver and Gold finish plated on a brass base. They have an antique look from the oxidation process and are coated with anti-tarnish to protect the piece and hold its finish. Alternatively, Shiny Silver Finish and Yellow Gold Finish (also eco-conscious finishes) are a polished Silver and Gold plated on a brass base. They are also coated with anti-tarnish to protect the piece and hold its finish. Not all bangles are available in every finish.Back to topAre there color varations for beads and natural stones/gemstones?Home and Leather GoodsHow can I care for my LIGHT AND IGNITE Candle?Where is the leather sourced from?What is the material inside the leather goods?How is the leather treated?How can I clean my leather?How should I store my leather?Will the color rub off of my leather?FIND A STOREZIP CODESEARCHSTAY IN TOUCH NEVER MISS A THING!ENTER EMAIL ADDRESSSUBSCRIBELEARN MORENEED HELP?© 2017 Alex and Ani, LLCENERGY
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leilarojasOctober 26, 2016 at 7:24 AM
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AnonymousNovember 11, 2016 at 2:08 PM
Celtic rings were cherished by the ancient Celts and they considered them one of the strongest symbols of marriage, or as a way to convey messages of never-ending love either between god and humanity or between man and woman.knot ring
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UnknownJanuary 1, 2017 at 9:40 AM
What about the cleaning cloth Alex and Ani sells?
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1. Kristen WoolseyJanuary 3, 2017 at 1:55 PM
  I have not tried it!
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UnknownFebruary 5, 2017 at 11:46 AM
I've only used the Alex and Ani polishing cloth on my Alex and Ani bracelets. The cloth cleaned and shined the bracelets but the tarnished areas remained tarnished. armygirlforlife
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coffybMarch 7, 2017 at 7:05 AM
Hello, it's actually the vinegar in the ketchup that cleans away the tarnish. I sit mine in a 2 parts vinegar 1 part water mix, for about 10 to 15 mins. I then wash the solution off with Dawn, which gets the smell out as well as make them shine. My bracelets are gorgeous
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UnknownApril 19, 2017 at 2:56 PM
White vinegar?
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AnonymousJune 18, 2017 at 9:40 AM
I was skeptical to try this since my bracelets were so so tarnished but I tried it on one and it went back to being super shiny and I am super happy with the results so I did the rest of my bracelets, and they all look fantastic. None of my bracelets are ruined all are restored perfectly I highly recommend this for cleaning them!
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Julie | A Hopeful HoodJune 27, 2017 at 7:15 PM
This is brilliant!! (And not to seem like a creep by commenting on an old post--this post was in your popular post section which is how I found it! haha)
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cdobridniaJuly 8, 2017 at 9:53 AM
Thanks for the tip! Trying this today!
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mahaloOctober 31, 2017 at 4:55 PM
It worked
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AccessoriesGalJanuary 22, 2018 at 2:13 PM
I used a silver cloth that took tarnish off, but the ring that holds the charm didn't change. I will try the vinegar trick. Thanks!
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GieGieJanuary 24, 2018 at 9:06 PM
I stopped buying alex and ani bracelets also but my mom recently bought me the Harry Potter earrings and when she was in the store she told the associate we had stopped buying and they said we could bring our tarnished bracelets in for new ones... haven’t tried yet but thought I would share.
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UnknownJuly 31, 2018 at 12:10 PM
THIS IS AMAZING!
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Patricio PantheleonOctober 17, 2018 at 11:19 PM
Didn't know ketchup could be this efficient on keeping my jewels all clean and ready to be used. Having the ability to clean your jewels would make it presentable anytime you wear it.
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