Caring for Your Jewellery
Taking proper care of your jewellery is essential to ensure it remains radiant and beautiful for years to come. Keep an eye on any pieces that may need a little extra attention — it's always better to catch small issues early.
We recommend bringing your jewellery into our workshop at least once a year. During this visit, we’ll carefully inspect all settings and claws to ensure nothing has come loose, helping to prevent any unnecessary losses. We'll also re-Rhodium plate any White Gold items for you. This service is complimentary for any pieces made by us and available for a nominal fee for others.
To keep your jewellery looking brand new at home, here are a few simple steps you can follow:
1. Store with Care
Keep your jewellery in a proper jewellery box with a seal, and make sure each piece is stored separately to avoid scratching or tangling. Alternatively, individual ziplock bags can also work well to help preserve their condition.
2. Watch the Environment
Avoid storing your jewellery in areas exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, or moisture. While this can be tricky in parts of South Africa, you can reduce the impact by placing silica gel packets, dehumidifiers, or even pieces of chalk in your jewellery box to absorb excess moisture.
3. Keep it Dry
Always remove your jewellery before showering, swimming, or exercising. Moisture on the skin is one of the main causes of tarnishing — wearing your pieces on clean, dry skin is best.
4. Avoid Harsh Chemicals
Stay away from household cleaners, perfumed or harsh soaps, and treated surfaces like chemically finished wood. These substances can speed up tarnishing and may also irritate your skin.
5. Give Your Jewellery a Break
Even though we use only the highest quality materials and gemstones, it's still a good idea to rotate your jewellery regularly. Wearing the same pieces every day can lead to unnecessary wear and tear, so give them a rest now and then.
6. Separate Silver and Gold
Store silver or costume jewellery away from your gold pieces. Certain metal alloys can react with one another and potentially damage your more valuable items.
7. Polish Gently
A polishing cloth is a jewellery care essential — consider keeping one in your jewellery box. A gentle wipe before storing your jewellery helps remove oils and moisture from your skin, keeping your pieces shining for longer.
8. Clean with a Simple Trick
For pieces that have lost their shine, try this tried-and-tested method: mix a few drops of plain Sunlight Liquid with warm water and use an old toothbrush to gently clean your jewellery. Focus on the backs of stones and settings where dirt and oils tend to build up. Rinse thoroughly and admire the sparkle!
9. Handle with Love
Your most cherished jewellery deserves gentle treatment. When working with your hands, cleaning, gardening, or engaging in any activity that could damage your jewellery, it's best to remove it first. A little care goes a long way in avoiding costly repairs.