There is nothing worse than silver or gold jewelry that loses its luster. If you wear jewelry in the shower or when cooking, you may notice that it loses its shine over time. No worries! In this article you will receive some tips that will help you clean your silver jewelry to give them back their shine.
Cleaning gold jewelry with ammonia
Another method is to use an ammonia solution, which can be effective, but it is important not to let the jewelry soak in this mixture and not to use it as a regular cleaning method, because over time, it can blacken the gold.
You can also prepare a solution at home by mixing one part ammonia with six parts water. Immerse the jewelry in this mixture for one minute, rinse well and dry each piece separately.
Cleaning gold jewelry with vinegar
Vinegar is very effective in restoring the shine of gold jewelry. All you have to do is put the jewelry in a bowl of vinegar for 20-30 minutes. Then clean them with a toothbrush, rinse them and dry them with a soft cloth.
Cleaning gold jewelry with baking soda
Gold jewelry that has darkened over time can be lightened with a solution of warm water, baking soda and a little salt. Baking soda dissolved in water does not damage the gold or scratch it, but it is recommended to use it only to restore the original color of the gold jewelry.
Cleaning gold jewelry with dishwashing detergent
Unlike silver jewelry, gold jewelry does not stain, but loses its luster due to dust deposits, dirt or, if you are in the habit of not taking them off when you take a bath, it is possible to create limescale deposits. To clean them, you can use a solution of lukewarm water and liquid dish soap, in which to let the jewelry soak for 15-20 minutes. With a soft toothbrush, then remove the deposits from the jewelry without pressing too hard. To restore their shine, dry the jewelry with a soft piece of velor.
Cleaning silver with toothpaste
Cleaning silver jewelry with toothpaste is a simple, cheap, effective and affordable solution for anyone who removes impurities and leaves the jewelry clean and shiny. All you have to do is leave the jewelry soaked in lukewarm water for 30 minutes, then clean it with a toothbrush on which you put a little toothpaste.
Cleaning silver using salt water
Salt is effective in dissolving impurities or residues that are deposited on silver jewelry. You can use regular salt or sea salt, which you can dissolve in water and let the jewelry soak in this solution for 20 minutes. Then clean the silver with a toothbrush and wipe it with a soft cloth.
How do we clean pearl jewelry?
In order to keep the pearls in good condition for as long as possible, special care is needed. Although their compact and crystalline structure makes them very strong and durable, their fine surface is easily scratched and even skin contact can damage them. To clean the pearls, you need a soft cloth, made of cotton, bamboo fiber or velvet, avoiding harder materials.
Never use abrasive objects to clean pearls or commercial substances, as ammonia can damage them. Moisten the cloth with a few drops of water and wipe the pearls after each wear, one by one. For every five cleanings, you can use soap to soak a cotton swab.
How do we clean jewelry that contains precious stones?
In the case of jewelry with precious stones, cleaning must protect the stone, not scratch it and not erode it. Jewelry with clear stones, such as diamonds, rubies or crystals, can be cleaned by soaking them in warm water and liquid soap or dishwashing detergent. Soak for about 20 minutes, then rinse with clean water and wipe well with a soft cloth.
For jewelry with opaque stones, such as onyx, turquoise or lapis lazuli, cleaning is done without using soap or other chemicals, as the stones can absorb those substances and lose their color and shine. They are wiped with a damp cloth soaked in warm water.
