Jewellery Aftercare
With proper care, your pieces can maintain their shine and beauty for years to come. Follow these simple guidelines to keep your stainless steel jewellery looking its best.
Stainless Steel Jewellery Aftercare Guide
1. Cleaning: Regular cleaning is essential to remove dirt, oils, and residue that can accumulate on your jewellery. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe down your stainless steel pieces after each wear. For more thorough cleaning, use mild soap and warm water, then rinse and pat dry with a clean cloth.
2. Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Avoid exposing your stainless steel jewellery to harsh chemicals, such as bleach, ammonia, or chlorine. These chemicals can cause discolouration and damage to the metal. Remove your jewellery before swimming in chlorinated pools or using cleaning products.
3. Storage: Proper storage can prevent scratching and tangling of your jewellery. Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or jewellery box to protect it from scratches and other damage. Avoid storing stainless steel jewellery with other metals to prevent scratching.
4. Don't Sleep with Jewellery On: Remove your jewellery before going to bed, especially pieces with delicate designs like scripts. Sleeping with jewellery on can increase the risk of bending or damaging intricate elements.
5. Avoid Impact: Whilst stainless steel is durable, it can still scratch if it comes into contact with abrasive surfaces or other hard materials. Be mindful of activities that may subject your jewellery to impact, such as sports or heavy lifting, and remove your jewellery beforehand.
6. Polishing: Stainless steel jewellery can develop a dull patina over time, but it's easily restored with regular polishing. Use a polishing cloth specifically designed for stainless steel to gently buff away any tarnish and restore the shine to your jewellery.
Stainless Steel Gold-Plated Jewellery Aftercare Guide
If you've purchased stainless steel gold-plated jewellery, follow these additional tips to preserve the gold plating:
1. Gentle Cleaning: When cleaning gold-plated stainless steel jewellery, use a mild soap and warm water solution, and avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals that can damage the gold plating. Gently wipe the jewellery with a soft cloth to remove dirt and oils.
2. Avoid Abrasive Materials: Gold plating can wear off over time, especially when exposed to abrasive materials. Avoid wearing gold-plated jewellery during activities that may subject it to abrasion, such as gardening or exercising.
3. Avoid Moisture: Moisture can accelerate the wear of gold plating, leading to tarnishing and peeling. Remove gold-plated jewellery before showering, swimming, or engaging in activities where it may come into contact with moisture.
4. Don't Sleep with Jewellery On: Remove your jewellery before going to bed, especially pieces with delicate designs like scripts. Sleeping with jewellery on can increase the risk of bending or damaging intricate elements.
5. Storage: Store gold-plated jewellery separately from other pieces to prevent scratching and preserve the gold plating. Use a soft pouch or jewellery box lined with fabric to protect the delicate surface of the gold-plated jewellery.
6. Limited Exposure to Perfumes and Lotions: Chemicals found in perfumes, lotions, and hairsprays can accelerate the wear of gold plating. Apply these products before putting on your jewellery and allow them to dry completely before wearing your jewellery to minimise exposure.
By following these aftercare tips, you can ensure that your stainless steel and/or stainless steel gold-plated jewellery remains for years to come. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us on contact@bloodrain.co.uk.