Your child's sports medals and trophies symbolize their impressive achievements. When you take a few steps to care for them, your child can admire their awards for decades and even pass them down to future generations. Follow the advice in this guide to keep these cherished items in top condition.

How to Clean Sports Medals & Trophies 

First, put on gloves to keep smudges and fingerprints off the surfaces. If a medal has a ribbon, remove it before cleaning, then use a soft brush or cloth to wipe away dust and dirt. Scrub stuck-on grime with a soft-bristled toothbrush, rinsing often while you work. Next, dip the medal in acetone, then clean off the solution with a cotton ball. Acetone is a powerful degreaser, making it useful for tackling old stains. 

Use a silver polish to clean trophies. The formula isn't abrasive on copper and brass, and won't contain silicone, which is hard to remove. After polishing and cleaning, hang the sports medals and trophies upside down, with newspaper on the floor underneath, to let the remaining residue drip off. Allow the solutions to dry for 24 hours before touching the surfaces.

How to Store Them

Keep sports trophies and medals in a cool, dry environment to prevent rust on metal components. Excessive heat can break down these materials, so the cabinet or shelf should be far away from HVAC system vents or kitchen appliances.

When moving items into storage units, place them in archival-grade boxes or clear plastic containers lined with acid-free tissue paper. Taking these steps will protect the possessions for decades.

For sports medals and trophies for young athletes, contact Trophy Outlet. Serving clients in Keokuk, IA; Wentzville, MO; and the surrounding areas, these professionals have provided awards since 1989. They can even personalize products with engravings at no additional cost. Browse the various options online, check out announcements on Facebook, and call (636) 283-6167 to place an order.