{"id":2343,"date":"2023-08-29T11:58:25","date_gmt":"2023-08-29T18:58:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/?p=2343"},"modified":"2023-08-29T12:00:03","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T19:00:03","slug":"care-for-your-jewelry-how-to-clean-your-ring-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/care-for-your-jewelry-how-to-clean-your-ring-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Care For Your Jewelry \u2013 How to Clean Your Ring at Home<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s normal for well-loved jewelry to start looking a bit dull or dirty with regular wear. Over time, things like lotion, dust, and your skin\u2019s natural oils can start building up on your jewelry, dimming its shine. This is especially true for engagement rings<\/a>, wedding bands, and other pieces you wear every day.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, you can easily restore your jewelry\u2019s sparkle with the right cleaning and care. Here\u2019s everything you need to know to clean your engagement ring and other fine jewelry favorites at home. We\u2019ll cover how to clean and store your jewelry, and share tips on how not <\/em>to clean your jewelry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clean With Soap and Water <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The easiest\u2013and safest\u2013way to clean your jewelry at home is with mild soap and warm water. These gentle materials can bring your jewelry back to life without damaging it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This cleaning method has four steps: soak, scrub, rinse, and dry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Soak:<\/strong> Soak your jewelry to loosen stubborn build up and grime. Make a cleaning solution by combining warm water with a few drops of dish soap in a bowl. Place your jewelry in your soapy water solution and allow it to soak for 20 to 30 minutes. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Scrub: <\/strong>Remove your jewelry from your solution and gently scrub it using a new soft toothbrush. It\u2019s best to use a new toothbrush to avoid accidentally scrubbing your jewelry with remnants of toothpaste, which can be abrasive enough to scratch gold. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Rinse:<\/strong> Rinse your jewelry in warm water. We recommend rinsing your jewelry in a bowl of clean warm water, rather than rinsing it under warm running water. You don\u2019t want to risk dropping your jewelry down an open drain. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Dry:<\/strong> Allow your jewelry to air dry or dry it with a soft cloth, like a microfiber cloth. Don\u2019t dry your jewelry with paper towels, which can be rough enough to scratch gold and softer gemstones. Once your jewelry is dry, polish it with a polishing cloth if desired. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    If your jewelry still looks a bit dirty or dim, repeat these steps as needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tip: <\/strong>Be sure to use warm water, not hot water, when making your DIY jewelry cleaning solution. Sudden temperature changes can damage many gemstones, so you don\u2019t want to put jewelry in extremely hot or cold conditions. Additionally, make sure the soap you use is non-moisturizing. Soaps with moisturizing agents in them can leave a cloudy film behind on your jewelry, making it look even dirtier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Store Jewelry Safely <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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    Store jewelry in a cool, dry place, like in its original <\/em>ring<\/em><\/a> box.  <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Jewelry can get dirty much more quickly if you never take it off, so remember to give yours a break when you\u2019re sleeping, showering, working out, or applying cosmetics. Cosmetic products like hair spray, perfume, and lotion are particularly likely to leave residue behind on your jewelry, dulling its shine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When you take your jewelry off, store in a safe place away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. Don\u2019t store jewelry in a bathroom, which tends to get humid. This is especially important for types of jewelry that are very sensitive to humidity, such as pearl, opal, and sterling silver jewelry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    An ideal place to store your jewelry is a jewelry box with separate compartments. Another great option is the box or pouch it came in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Have a Cleaning Routine <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    How often should you clean your jewelry at home? Really, this is a matter of personal preference. It\u2019s also something that depends on how often you wear your jewelry. Frequently worn pieces, like wedding rings and everyday stud earrings, will need to be cleaned more often than pieces you only bring out for special occasions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With that said, if you\u2019re looking for some general guidelines, here\u2019s what we recommend for weekly, monthly, and bi-yearly cleanings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n