Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
There are two ways to easily remove the buildup of tarnish from your
silver jewelry. If you live in a humid climate your silver jewelry will
tarnish
quickly and you’ll need to clean it quite regularly. We are going to
create an inexpensive silver dip solution. The silver dip works by
creating a
chemical reaction which removes tarnish. It is a great technique for
cleaning silver chains which are difficult to clean by hand. You must
not under
any circumstances place any type of gemstones in the solution, it may
permanently damage the stone. Firstly find a bowl or large cup and line
the
sides with aluminum foil. Next place your jewelry inside the lined cup
or bowl. Cover the jewelry with a small amount of baking soda, just
enough
so you can barely see the jewelry. Next pour hot water over the jewelry
and wait for the bubbling to stop. After the solution has stopped
bubbling
rinse and buff the silver jewelry dry with your cloth. You may need to
repeat the process up to 5-6 times for badly tarnished pieces. Please
also be
careful to keep yourself away from any fumes and ensure the room is
well ventilated before starting. To clean silver jewelry which contains
gemstones
create a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Now gently buff
small sections of the jewelry taking care not to touch the gemstone.
Rinse and
dry to complete the process. If the jewelry is heavily tarnished or
still requires cleaning you may require a specialized silver cleaning
paste or
professional cleaning. Keep in mind that the harsher the cleaner the
more likely your jewelry will be damaged.
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Cleaning Jewelry Naturally
Nice Guide to Clean Jewelry
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