Jewelry Care
Jewelry Care Guide
You love your stunning pieces, and taking proper care of them will ensure they remain just as beautiful for years to come. Here’s a simple guide to help you maintain the brilliance of your jewelry:
Take It Off
Sometimes, caring for your jewelry means knowing when to take it off. Here are some activities to avoid wearing your jewelry during:
- Sports: Engaging in sports like tennis or weightlifting can be tough on your ring, especially if it has stones all around. Avoid wearing it when lifting weights or participating in activities that could cause damage to the setting.
- Gardening: Hard yard work can lead to chipped stones or loosened settings.
- Cleaning: Household chores like washing dishes or using harsh cleaning chemicals can damage or soil your ring. It's also best to remove personalized photo rings while washing hands.
Safekeeping
When you take off your jewelry, make sure to store it in a safe, memorable place where it won’t get lost or damaged.
Keep It Free From Lotion, Sunscreen, and Perfume
These products can build up on your jewelry, dulling its shine and potentially causing damage. Always take your ring off before applying lotion, sunscreen, or perfume.
Regular Setting Check
To keep your ring secure, have the setting checked every six months by a professional jeweler to ensure nothing has loosened.
Don’t Swim in the Ocean
Cold water can cause your fingers to shrink slightly, loosening your ring. If you lose it in the ocean, you may never see it again.
Be Careful in the Kitchen
While cooking, foods like cookie dough or piecrust can leave residue on your ring, affecting its shine. Keep your ring off when working with sticky or greasy ingredients.
Avoid Swimming Pools and Spas
Chlorine can react with the metals in your jewelry, causing discoloration and even structural damage. Always remove jewelry before entering a pool or spa.
Remove Jewelry Before Bathing
Soap and shampoo can leave a film on your ring, making it look dull. To keep it sparkling, remove all jewelry before showering or bathing.
Keep It Clean
Most jewelers will clean your jewelry for free, so take advantage of this service. If you're cleaning your ring at home, here's how:
- Use a gentle dish detergent and a soft toothbrush to scrub the bottom and top of the ring.
- Rinse the ring in hot water.
- For extra shine, soak the ring in a bowl of ammonia diluted with three parts water. Gently scrub with a toothbrush, rinse thoroughly in warm water, and dry with a soft towel.
Note: If you do this over an open drain, use a strainer to avoid losing your ring.
By following these simple care steps, you can keep your jewelry looking as beautiful as the day you received it!