You take pride in your jewelry and wear it every time you go out. Nevertheless did you know that you should take it off when entering your pool and especially a public pool? If not, you should! I know, I know, a pain to have to take it off, make sure its safe and ensure that you don't lose the clasps. Nevertheless it is worth it.
Silver and chlorine just do not mix. The chlorine would in fact damage it as it is acidic, same goes for bleach. For that matter, silver also reacts to just being exposed to oxygen and will tarnish over time. It tarnish resistant however. Some tips to keep your jewelry looking good are: When not wearing your silver keep it in an air tight lock box. This will extend the life of your jewelry and prevent it from getting lost. Just be sure to remember where you PUT the box. Don't laugh, this happens more often than we realize!
Never store your silver next to necklaces or beads as it is very easily scratched. Use a good quality, liquid polish and use a polishing cloth for your precious silver jewelry. One great tip for protecting sterling silver necklaces is to glaze them with a fine coat of Egyptian lacquer. One of the best and most economical methods for cleaning your sterling silver necklace is to make a solution of mild dish washing liquid and water. Finally, remember to keep all traces of moisture from your jewelry pieces by drying them thoroughly.You take pride in your jewelry and wear it every time you go out. Nevertheless did you know that you should take it off when entering your pool and especially a public pool? If not, you should! I know, I know, a pain to have to take it off, make sure its safe and ensure that you don't lose the clasps. Nevertheless it is worth it.
Silver and chlorine just do not mix. The chlorine would in fact damage it as it is acidic, same goes for bleach. For that matter, silver also reacts to just being exposed to oxygen and will tarnish over time. It tarnish resistant however. Some tips to keep your jewelry looking good are: When not wearing your silver keep it in an air tight lock box. This will extend the life of your jewelry and prevent it from getting lost. Just be sure to remember where you PUT the box. Don't laugh, this happens more often than we realize!
Never store your silver next to necklaces or beads as it is very easily scratched. Use a good quality, liquid polish and use a polishing cloth for your precious silver jewelry. One great tip for protecting sterling silver necklaces is to glaze them with a fine coat of Egyptian lacquer. One of the best and most economical methods for cleaning your sterling silver necklace is to make a solution of mild dish washing liquid and water. Finally, remember to keep all traces of moisture from your jewelry pieces by drying them thoroughly.
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