My sister and I went out for lunch just the other day and she always dresses to beat the band even if it is just a simple lunch date. While we were sitting there talking, I noticed her favorite diamond ring looked terribly dull and lifeless. Seems she has been wearing it for a while and hasn't had time to clean jewelry. The buildup of grime and dust made the diamonds appear less brilliantly than they should. This does happen when you don't keep it clean.
Many people out there forget to take care of their jewelry. When they say diamonds last forever, it's actually not that literal. In fact, the only way they will last forever is if you take care of your pieces. In order to do so, you need to perform a regular upkeep of all your pieces. If you have never cleaned your pieces before, I have a few tips on how to get started. Knowing how pricey your jewelry may be, read this before starting!
1. Jewelry is made of solid materials that are long lasting, but they are also fragile. They can succumb to dents, dings and scratches. If your pieces continually come into contact with other hard surfaces your jewelry will suffer and you will need to care for it continually to reduce physical damage.
2. Do not use water to clean your jewelry. If the piece is left even a bit damp it may begin a buildup of discoloration and dust that is not attractive. Use a jewelry cleaner solution instead.
3. Any time you are doing strenuous work involving water, perspiration and chemicals such as hair products or household cleaning products, remove your jewelry and store it in a safe place until you finish.
4. When cleaning, make sure the pieces are completely dry before wearing again. There are many guides online on how to clean jewelry. Follow logical ones, not the ones that try some farfetched method. I once read that alka-seltzer cleans jewelry well. Would you subject your jewelry to that? After cleaning in a solution, dry it with a damp towel that will not scratch the piece.
5. Storing your jewelry in a dry spacious place is always a good idea, since it helps to reduce the odds of chipping, dents or scratches. You should learn the different ways to store different types of gemstones or precious metals, since they will vary. For instance, you will not store pearls in the same manner as others to prevent damaging them. Investing in a good jewelry box or jewelry organizer is a great idea. Just make sure that no moisture can get to them while in storage.
Take the proper care of your jewelry and cleaning them will become easier. However, you do need to be careful while cleaning them to prevent accidents, damage or loss. For instance, placing a soft cloth in the sink before cleaning your jewelry can help prevent it from accidentally falling into the drain. If you have problems cleaning your jewelry consider visiting a professional jeweler who can do it for you.
Many people out there forget to take care of their jewelry. When they say diamonds last forever, it's actually not that literal. In fact, the only way they will last forever is if you take care of your pieces. In order to do so, you need to perform a regular upkeep of all your pieces. If you have never cleaned your pieces before, I have a few tips on how to get started. Knowing how pricey your jewelry may be, read this before starting!
1. Jewelry is made of solid materials that are long lasting, but they are also fragile. They can succumb to dents, dings and scratches. If your pieces continually come into contact with other hard surfaces your jewelry will suffer and you will need to care for it continually to reduce physical damage.
2. Do not use water to clean your jewelry. If the piece is left even a bit damp it may begin a buildup of discoloration and dust that is not attractive. Use a jewelry cleaner solution instead.
3. Any time you are doing strenuous work involving water, perspiration and chemicals such as hair products or household cleaning products, remove your jewelry and store it in a safe place until you finish.
4. When cleaning, make sure the pieces are completely dry before wearing again. There are many guides online on how to clean jewelry. Follow logical ones, not the ones that try some farfetched method. I once read that alka-seltzer cleans jewelry well. Would you subject your jewelry to that? After cleaning in a solution, dry it with a damp towel that will not scratch the piece.
5. Storing your jewelry in a dry spacious place is always a good idea, since it helps to reduce the odds of chipping, dents or scratches. You should learn the different ways to store different types of gemstones or precious metals, since they will vary. For instance, you will not store pearls in the same manner as others to prevent damaging them. Investing in a good jewelry box or jewelry organizer is a great idea. Just make sure that no moisture can get to them while in storage.
Take the proper care of your jewelry and cleaning them will become easier. However, you do need to be careful while cleaning them to prevent accidents, damage or loss. For instance, placing a soft cloth in the sink before cleaning your jewelry can help prevent it from accidentally falling into the drain. If you have problems cleaning your jewelry consider visiting a professional jeweler who can do it for you.