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How to Take Care of Your Jewelry: Essential Tips to Keep It Shining Longer<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Jewelry is more than an accessory. It stores memories, leaves milestones, and shows individual fashion. It may be a standard sterling silver chain or a finely made <\/span>gold bracelet or a statement ring<\/span><\/a>, but you want it to be beautiful. That is why it is important to know how to take care of your jewelry. The combination of a couple of clever habits will help you have your pieces shining and fresh, and longer.<\/span><\/p>\n

You will find easy-to-follow but powerful jewelry care tips below, with particular tips in case you have some silver pieces in your hand, and even additional tips on how to take good care of your jewelry in summer. The honest truth: it does not require a jeweller to use his toolbox, only some knowledge and practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Care for Your Jewelry Matters<\/span><\/h2>\n

When you invest in good quality jewellery, whether it is metals such as <\/span>sterling silver<\/span><\/a> or gold, or good sources such as the <\/span>House of Jewellery<\/span><\/a>, you are investing in a lifetime. But everyday wear and exposure can dull that shine. Dirt, sweat, lotions, chemicals, sun, salt air, all these things chip away at brilliance.<\/span><\/p>\n

By applying proper care tips for jewelry, you protect your investment. You maintain shine. You reduce damage. You make your favourites last. And for silver jewellery, there are specific actions that matter because silver behaves in its own way.<\/span><\/p>\n

First Things First: General Jewelry Care Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Here are universal rules that apply to most jewellery pieces. Nail these and you\u2019re already ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep it Clean & Dry<\/span><\/h3>\n

When metal meets moisture, your piece starts showing wear. Industry experts say that there is no need to use harsh chemicals in blast-cleaning. A little soap, water, a soft brush, warm water, it is everything. Wipe up your jewelry after cleaning. Store it only when fully dry.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take Jewelry Off Before Activities<\/span><\/h3>\n

Whether you\u2019re heading to the gym, pool, kitchen, or going to bed, remove your jewellery when things get rough. Chains can snag. Stones can loosen. Metals can react with sweat and chemicals (cleaning agents or chlorine, etc.) available. Sergeant: Save it when you are about to get messy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Store It Properly<\/span><\/h3>\n

Storage is often overlooked. Use a soft-lined box or pouch, make sure the pieces are separated so that they do not scratch each other, and do not store in humid rooms (like bathrooms) or in direct sunlight.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example: <\/b>place a necklace in a soft cloth and put it in a drawer, not get tangled and cut.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid Harsh Chemicals & Perfume<\/span><\/h3>\n

Metals do not like to be in contact with bleach, chlorine, hairspray, perfume, or lotions. These are able to change finishes and accelerate tarnish. Good rule of thumb: wear jewellery after the application of lotion or perfume and not before.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Take Care of Your Silver Jewelry<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Silver is a little bit more worthy of affection. This customized care will help you, provided you have sterling silver or anything that is etched with 925 by House of Jewellery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Understand Tarnishing<\/span><\/h3>\n

Tarnish is natural: oxygen + moisture + little copper that is contained in the sterling silver = darkening. It does not imply that your article is poor, it is simply that it requires attention. It is true that tarnish is retarded by wearing your silver. Strange but true.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clean with Gentle Tools<\/span><\/h3>\n

When your silver starts to look dull:<\/span><\/p>\n