Let's face it: When it comes to antiques, differentiating between a patina and tarnish can be tricky. "Rust is one form of patina. It is the result of corroding steel after the iron particles have ...

Ever clean brass or silver only to end up with tarnish smeared all over your clothing, furniture or carpet? You’re not the only one! TODAY Home asked cleaning professionals how they handle those ...

As someone who has been burnt by cheaply made jewelry that tarnishes and turns my skin green, I’m always a bit skeptical of brands promising “forever” pieces. And as summer steadily approaches, nobody ...

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Sterling silver is often used in jewelry, but it is a very soft metal that scratches and tarnishes easily. Your silver may tarnish faster if you live in a humid or more-polluted climate. Be especially ...

Silver has a way of looking dull and lifeless after just a few months, and unfortunately, this happens even if it’s only sitting in a drawer. There’s something known as ‘tarnish’ that causes most of ...