How to Clean Animal Bones for Display

Step 1

Wash bones in soapy water and set aside.

Step 2

Fill plastic container with enough peroxide (1-part) and water (10-parts) to submerge one bone at a time.

Step 3

Stir until well mixed. Peroxide may not dissolve completely.

Step 4

Soak bone for 2 to 5 minutes: the greasier the bone, the longer you soak.

Step 5

Gently brush entire bone surface with toothbrush.

Step 6

Allow bone to air dry on paper towel.