How to Clean Jewelry at Home in 2022

Jewelry is an artistic form of material possession that has been popular for many centuries.

It is important to clean jewelry regularly and maintain the quality of your accessories. This helps them keep their luster for years to come! 

There are 4 main types of jewelry: precious, costume, semi-precious, and costume jewelry.

Precious - metals such as gold, platinum; gems like pearls or diamonds

Costume - diamond-like stones or glass (or other inexpensive materials)

Semi-precious - stones such as turquoise or opal; metals like copper or silver

Costume Jewellery - Fashion jewellery made with materials such as plastic or crystal

Jewelry is not just an accessory. It's a way of expressing ourselves and our style. Jewelry is worn to reflect our personality or mood, whether it's a last-minute gift, or something we've had for years.

Jewelry is inextricably linked to fashion trends because it’s often worn to tell the world who you are or what you stand for.

Cleaning jewelry doesn't have to be hard. If you follow these steps, you'll be able to clean your jewelry quickly and efficiently. Below are the steps on how to clean jewelry that you may have inherited and need a refresher on.

• One of the most important things is to use a polish that is safe on all types of jewelry, so look for one that says it’s non-toxic and won’t leave behind any residue after polishing.

• Use a soft cloth with the polish and rub in small circular motions, being careful not to apply too much pressure or polish.

• Always use this process with a low heat setting for a few minutes before turning up the heat level on your stovetop or setting if cleaning an item in the sink.

• Use clean water from time to time as well as small amounts of dish soap when needed.

Silver Jewelry Cleaning Tips

Silver jewelry can be protected from tarnishing by putting it in felt away from other metals. When it comes to preventing rust and moisture accumulation, felt can be a useful insulator. Do this when it's time to clean.

The shiny side of the tinfoil should be facing up when you're lining a pan. Make sure you pick a pan that isn't too big because you'll be filling it with water later. If you use a smaller pan, you'll need less water to keep the jewelry submerged. Jewelry should be placed on tinfoil in the second step. The silver should be in contact with the tinfoil.

Apply baking soda and salt on the jewelry.
Rub the jewelry with baking soda and salt. Every 1 cup of water you add to the pan requires 1 tablespoon of each.

Finally, fill the pan with hot water and let it come to a boil.
Cover the jewelry in the pan and bring it to a boil. To get rid of tarnish, mix baking soda and salt together with water. Let the jewelry sit in the solution.
As the jewelry is let to soak in the solution, the tarnish will be removed. Afterwards, remove the jewelry and dry it thoroughly with a lint free cloth.