This article was co-authored by Surekha Krishnan. Surekha Krishnan is a Metallurgy Expert based in Columbia, South Carolina. Surekha specializes in both arc welding and solid-state welding and has been a Plant Metallurgist at FN America, LLC since 2021. Surekha has over 7 years of experience, is an expert in all heat treat processes and record retention, has prior experience as a Weld Engineer, and has taught various IIW welding courses in the past.
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Items made with zinc can range from jewelry to tabletops and tubs. There are multiple ways to clean these objects effectively without having to buy harsh chemicals. The most common and environmentally friendly methods to clean zinc involve using lemon juice, vinegar, toothpaste, or baking soda. Also, consider that using acidic substances, like lemon juice and vinegar, will remove the patina on your zinc objects, which might not be desirable depending on the look you are going for.