Your Personal Jewellery Care Guide

Love it right and it will love you back. 

Gold 

Gold jewellery is a timeless investment that can be treasured for generations! However, to keep your gold pieces looking their best, regular care and maintenance is essential. Here are some expert tips on how to care for your gold jewellery and ensure it remains radiant and beautiful for years to come. 

When not to wear your gold:

• avoid wearing any gold jewellery in the presence of any chemicals. For example you never want to wear any fine jewellery in the swimming pool or while using cleaning supplies. These chemicals can damage or tarnish and/or cause the precious metals to break down.

• you also what to avoid wearing your jewellery if you are going swimming in the ocean. They vibrations in the waves can cause any gemstones to loosen in their settings. The salt in the water can tarnish the metal. 

• another suggestion is to avoid wearing any gold rings to the gym to work out unless you have a ring band cover. Wearing your jewellery, specifically rings can be damaged or misshapen in the process of working out. 

Cleaning & maintenance: 

Now that we are done chatting about what you shouldn't do, let's get into proactive ways to keep your gold jewellery looking pristine! 

• you can start with a mild soap, such as dish soap, and warm water mixture. Soak your jewellery in the solution for 15-20 minutes, then GENTLY scrub with a very soft-bristled brush. Lastly rinse with warm water and dry with a soft polishing cloth. 

• you should do a yearly professional cleanings and inspections on all of your fine jewellery. If you get your jewellery professionally cleaned and polished you’ll notice that the piece will maintain its shine and quality. Additionally if you have and stone settings you’ll want to have those checked yearly as well to maintain the structural stability. Professional inspections on fine jewellery also ensure that any wear is caught early and fixed promptly to prevent damage. 

Storage: 

We always recommend to keep your gold jewellery pieces separate to prevent scratching or tangling. Consider storing each piece in the jewellery boxes they come in, in a soft pouch, or individual compartment. 

 

By following these care tips, you’ll be able to love your jewellery for years to come. At Brklyn Bound Jewellery, we’re committed to creating beautiful, high-quality pieces that can be cherished for generations! With proper care and maintenance, your jewellery will remain a stunning reflection of you. 

For Silver

Silver jewellery is a beautiful addition to any collection, but it requires some special care to maintain its beauty. Here’s how to keep your silver pieces looking their best! 

When not to wear your silver:

• Always keep your fine silver jewellery away from chemicals. This includes swimming pools or any cleaning supplies. The chemicals can start to breakdown and tarnish the precious metal.

• you also want to avoid wearing your silver jewellery while swimming in the ocean. The salt in the water and the vibrations in the waves can cause damage and tarnish to the pieces. 

Cleaning & Maintenance:

• mix a solution of warm water and mild soap. Soak your silver jewellery for 10-15 minutes, then GENTLY scrub with a very soft-bristles brush. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft polishing cloth. 

• Use a dry silver polishing cloth to gently remove and tarnish and restore shine. 

• Make sure to consider getting your fine silver jewellery professionally polished and inspected for wear. Getting your jewellery professionally cleaned and checked will maintain the integrity of the piece. Performing professional checks will also allow you to be proactive ensuring your jewellery will last through the generations. 

Storage: 

• When not wearing your fine silver jewellery, you'll want to store them is a cool, dry place. Keep it away from any moisture and direct sunlight, this will slow down the rate of tarnishing.

• Another way to keep your jewellery looking perfect is to store the pieces is separate anti-tarnish bags, to avoid scratching and tarnishing. 

 

With these expert tips you can keep your fine silver jewellery looking perfect. At Brklyn Bound Jewellery we strive to keep your keepsakes looking their best from production to your possession. 

* for any other tips please do not hesitate to reach out by email at Brklynboundjewellery@outlook.com