Here are a few basic tips for caring for your bling.
- Keep your jewellery separate so they do not scratch one another.
- Remove all jewellery when swimming, the chlorine will damage them.
- Remove all jewellery when in the bath or showering, the soap causes a soapy film.
- Protect from damage and remove when doing housework and gardening.
- Have your jewellery checked and cleaned by a professional jeweller at least once a year.
- Keep out of direct sunlight and fireplaces, as the heat can cause jewellery to fade.
- When dressing up for work or going out, put your jewellery on last as hairspray and make can damage your jewellery.
- Do not wear too many chains together, as they can rub against each other and cause damage.
- When working with food remove your jewellery as strong smelling foods can blemish the gold.
- Try clean your jewellery at least once a month by using warm soapy water with a soft toothbrush or special cleaning product from your jeweller.
- Wear your jewellery as often as possible as this keeps the metals bright.
- Remove chains and bracelets when sleeping to prevent them from breaking.
- Check your jewellery for loose stones to prevent from losing them.
Looking after your Pearls
Always remember that a pearl is a gem, which is organic and grown in water from living cells of a living creature.
- Do not swim with your pearls on.
- Never expose to chlorinated water.
- Pearls must be kept away from extreme heat.
- Store pearls separately from other jewellery.
- Store pearls in a damp linen cloth as this helps to prevent the pearls from drying out.
- Always put your pearls on last when getting ready.
- After wear, always wipe your pearls with a soft cloth.
- Remove when bathing or showering.
- Restring your pearls regularly.
