How to Tarnish a Large Tray

People frequently tarnish metal to create a desired look for artistic purposes. Tarnish is a common, naturally occurring chemical reaction. However, you can easily recreate the reaction. Tarnish occurs when silver reacts with sulfur in the air to create silver sulfide. You can create tarnish using a few household items.

Things You'll Need

• 1 dozen eggs
• Pot
• Plastic wrap

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Hard boil a dozen large eggs and remove their yolks after you have peeled them.

   • 2

     Mash the egg yolks and cover the tray with them.

   • 3

     Cover the tray and egg yolks with plastic wrap and let it sit overnight.

   • 4

     Remove the plastic wrap and wash the egg yolks off of the tray with water and dishwashing liquid.