Solid 18K Gold Jewelry Care
How Do I Clean My 18K Solid Gold Jewelry?
When worn regularly, your 18k solid gold jewelry is exposed to skin oils, perspiration, dust, makeup, and more. To retain its shine and luster clean your jewelry regularly with a solution of 10-parts warm water and 2-parts dish soap and follow our other tips below for a lifetime of enjoyment:
- Clean with soap as needed: clean it with a soft-bristled toothbrush, warm water and mild dish soap. Only clean your jewelry as needed when visibly dirty or gathering a patina.
- Other jeweler-approved cleaners: rubbing alcohol is great for cleaning and sanitizing, but stay away from bleach and swimming pools that use chlorine.
- Look out for damage: during your regular jewelry cleanings, be on the lookout for any damage or loose stones. Cleaning damaged pieces can only make the problem worse.
- To add extra shine: use a jewelry polishing cloth, do not use paper towel or tissue as these can scratch your jewelry.
How Should I Store My 18K Solid Gold Jewelry?
After you’ve worn and cleaned your gold jewelry for the day, the next step in taking proper care of it is to store it properly.
- Use a jewelry box: a clean, dry, fabric-lined jewelry box is the best option.
- Wrap each piece in a soft cloth: if you don’t have a jewelry box, save those free phone screen clothes and use the extras to wrap each piece of your jewelry individually.
- Store pieces separately: this prevents jewelry from tangling or scratching each other.
If you have any questions about caring for your wearable art, reach out to us at dore@doredor.com