How to clean sterling silver?
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY:
Bleach, Sanitizer, Chlorine, or any alcohol-based products (ex. perfume, wet wipes, etc...) to any Silver jewelry or Silverware.
Please dip plain Silver jewelry items or Silverware in hot water for a few minutes.
Wash the silver products with any kind of gemstones or color enamel, in lukewarm water & dishwashing liquid is the best sterling silver cleaner.
Maintaining Silver Products
Silver is a precious metal with density like that of Gold. Due to being a soft metal, Silver is often mixed with other alloys when making jewelry. Sterling Silver jewelry consists of 92.5% Silver and the rest 7.5% are mixed alloys (mainly copper). Handmade Silver jewelry requires slightly more alloys mixed with Silver to retain their beautiful carvings and harden the metal.
In comparison to other precious metals, Silver tends to tarnish when exposed to Sulphur containing substances in the air. However, this does not damage the metal, it simply forms a layer of tarnish which can easily be removed. Fortunately, cleaning your Silver jewelry and keeping it tarnish free is quite simple and can be done yourself. With a few care tips, your fabulous piece of jewelry will remain dazzling for several years.
To avoid any oxidation, its best to always keep your unworn Silver jewelry in an airtight box or bag.
Keep your jewelry away from any household chemicals, perfumes, perspiration etc... It is better to remove your jewelry while doing your household chores.
The best way to clean dull or slightly tarnished jewelry is by cleaning it with mild dishwashing soap in slight warm water. Make sure not to use any scrub as it will leave scratch marks on the pieces.
Keeping a Silver cleaning cloth handy is also a good option. Simply clean the removed jewelry with the cleaning cloth before putting it back in the box.
Avoid exposing your silver jewelry items to salty water (at beaches) as it could damage the silver material, and initiate tarnishing.
Finally, make sure you do WEAR your Silver jewelry more often as the oils in the body keeps the Silver away from tarnishing.
FAQs
How long does 925 silver last?
If protected from corrosion or tarnish, any 925 sterling silver item will last forever.
How to clean sterling silver?
To clean sterling silver, dip it in lukewarm water for a few minutes, if not clear, clean it with dishwashing liquid (don't rub with anything).
How to care for sterling silver?
There are a few sterling silver care tips i.e. save it in an airtight box, keep it away from any chemicals, prevent wearing it on salty beaches, and lean it with a cleaning cloth after removing.
Which is the best sterling silver cleaner?
Dishwashing liquid is the only and the best sterling silver cleaner recommended by jewelers.
How to clean sterling silver necklace?
To clean sterling silver necklaces or rings, dip them in lukewarm water for a few minutes, gently clean them with the dishwashing liquid, and dry them with a cleaning cloth.
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