Travel & Places Fly Fishing

How to Keep Seashells Shiny

By Travel & Places Last updated Saturday, May/04/2024

1). Soak dirty shells in a basin filled with an equal mixture of water and bleach. Let the shells soak for a few hours or overnight until most residue dissolves.
2). Discard the water, rinse the shells and wipe down with a cleaning rag. Use an old toothbrush to get into hard to reach crevices. Lay the shells flat to dry.
3). Drizzle baby oil or mineral oil onto a cleaning rag and rub into the seashells well. Either oil gives the shells an attractive shine that will last for a long period of time.
4). Reapply the oil as needed when the shells begin to dull. The oil may need to be applied every few weeks or every few years, depending on how often the shells are handled.