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Jewelry Care

Sterling Silver Jewelry Care Guide

Sterling silver jewelry is renowned for its beauty and elegance, but it requires proper care to maintain its luster and shine. This guide will provide you with essential tips and practices to ensure your sterling silver jewelry remains stunning for years to come.

 

1. Avoid harsh chemicals : 

- Keep your sterling silver jewelry away from chemicals such as bleach, ammonia, and chlorine, which can damage the metal and stones.


- Remove your jewelry before swimming in pools or hot tubs.

 

2. Take if off during sleeping, exercises, or strenuous activities: 

- You can get all fine jewelry is fragile, that's why it is important to keep it safe. Wearing your jewelry during activities like sleep and exercising increases the chances of accidental damages.

- Please be mindful of your jewelry while applying consistent or heavy pressure to your hands, you don't want to damage the beauty of your precious jewelry.

 

3. Always store your jewelry in a closed jewelry bag or box : 

 

- If you stop wearing your jewelry for a while, clean it with dish soap water, dry it with a soft cloth

- Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, as exposure to air and light can cause tarnishing.


- Use airtight containers, resealable bags, or anti-tarnish bag/box to prevent contact with the air.

 

4. Clean your jewelry properly :

- you can gently polish your jewelry pieces with soft silver-polishing cloth remove finger, oil and dust to make the metal look shiny. Avoid excessive rubbing, as it can scratch the metal.

- Regularly cleaning with soap water (once every one or two weeks ) is recommended if you wear your jewelry pieces everyday to clean off the build up dirt and oil to make the jewelry look new and sparkle. Please follow the cleaning instruction below.

 

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR JEWELRY WITH DISH SOAP?

  • Mix a half teaspoon of mild dish soap with a cup of lukewarm water in a bowl. 
  • Let your jewelry sit in the bowl for 3-5 minutes. 
  • Remove the jewelry from the bowl and rinse with fresh water. 
  • Use a soft (non-chemical) microfiber soft cloth to dry and polish your jewelry.

When it comes to fine jewelry, you want to keep it looking its best for years to come. To avoid damage from everyday wear and tear, be sure to inspect your ring on a daily basis and take it off whenever you feel is appropriate. Generally speaking, a good soak once a week is an excellent way to get rid of any dirt and preserve the quality and luster of your metal. After a quick soak, be sure to dry off your ring with a soft towel to keep its shine and sparkle. If you have any questions about our wedding and engagement ring care instructions, feel free to contact us. 

 

STILL NOT SATISFY WITH THE CLEANING?

If you've followed our cleaning instructions and you're still not satisfied, maybe its time to get your jewelry serviced! As with all fine jewelry, overtime it may wear and lose its luster. We recommend servicing your jewelry as needed to help bring back its sparkle and shine. If you're interested in having your piece cleaned under our Warranty, please contact us at support@firstberryjewelry.com .