Alternative Copper Cleanser

If you run out of copper cleanser, just use leftover hotsauce. Frank's works great, but so does Taco Bell's Fire sauce. Watch the tarnish disappear like magic!

By Tonya Vest from Lexington,KY

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Alternative Copper Cleanser

Worcestershire sauce is also a great copper cleaner. I've been using in for years. Sprinkle on and rub all over, rinse and rub dry. Plain vinegar will also work well. (02/09/2006)

By Annie

Alternative Copper Cleanser

Even less expensive: rinse item with hot water. Sprinkle liberally with salt. Sprinkle with white vinegar. Cover entire area. Instant clean. Rinse, dry thoroughly. (02/10/2006)

By CheepieGal

Alternative Copper Cleanser

Ketchup works too on just about any pan bottom. Must be the acid in it. (02/10/2006)

By sandra johnson

Alternative Copper Cleanser

I have used an equal mixture of salt, white vinegar and flour for 41 years on my same copper pans. ie: 1/3 cup of each of the above mixed together to form a paste. Then use a sponge piece to cleanse and leave it in the container when you are through. (02/10/2006)