What are the Do's and Don'ts of Jewelry?
Earing Jewellery: The Dos and Don’ts
You love your fine jewellery pieces so much that you never want to take them off. But did you know mishandling jewellery can reduce its lifespan and cost you even more in the long run?
We have compiled a list of what you can and cannot do to maintain your jewellery to ensure it stays as good as new for many years.
These apply regardless of the material your jewellery comes in.
STORAGE
Do: Store your jewellery separately from each other. For example, keep each one in a separate pouch or a dry, protected container to avoid tangles and scratches. This is especially useful for pieces with long strands, like necklaces, which could be easily damaged if they remain tangled.
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Don’t: Store jewellery in piles without protection. If you combine jewellery of different types, like metals and gemstones, the harder ones may destroy the softer metals.
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Never store jewellery under direct sunlight or in damp places. Both conditions affect the quality of your expensive pieces. Prolonged exposure to sunlight can fade some gemstones, like sapphire, while humid conditions can corrode some materials, like pearls and opal.
MAINTENANCE
Do: Regular Cleaning with Gentle Soap Solutions. You can safely clean most metals and gemstones with a soft brush and a moderate warm water and a mild dish soap solution. Rinse in a closed-drain sink, then pat dry and gently polish.
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Wipe After Every Wear. To preserve lustre, wipe away oils and residues with a gentle cloth after each wear.
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Inspect from time to time. Regularly inspect the settings, clasps, and prongs. Arrange for your jewellery to be examined and cleaned by a professional at least once a year.
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Avoid Strong Cleaners or Tools on Jewellery
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Avoid harsh chemicals, toothpaste, and baking soda baths. These abrasive techniques can erode gemstones and damage most metals.
Don’t: Do not wear jewellery when you are doing any work that involves water or liquid chemicals, such as:
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Cleaning
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Showering
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Washing dishes
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Swimming in pools
Also, some routine products, like hairspray, moisturisers, and perfumes, can tarnish jewellery surfaces. Our experts recommend that you only use these products before wearing any pieces.
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Don't overlook professional cleaning services for your jewellery. Most jewellery, especially delicate materials like diamonds or gemstones, should be cleaned and inspected periodically by a professional. This can help maintain its longevity.
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PROTECTION
Don't Wear Jewellery While Sleeping, Exercising, or engaging in any activity that could break your chains. Rather, always take them off and store them accordingly.
These easy practices can help you to preserve the value and elegance of your fine jewellery.
Not sure what to do about specific materials,
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