Preserves Online: Commercial Jewelry Cleaner

Monday 6 August 2012

Commercial Jewelry Cleaner

Jewelry can be hard to clean when you use commercial silver paste, plus it makes a mess. There is an easier way. In a glass casserole, line the bottom with aluminum foil. (The aluminum reacts with the silver to help clean it.) Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda, one tablespoon of salt, and then pour in boiling water. Add your silver pieces and let them sit until the water is cool. Rinse well with clear water and buff with a soft cloth. Even the creases and crevices of your silver will be clean and you won't be excessively rubbing the finish so your jewelry will last longer. The best way to keep your pearls clean is to wear them often. The oils from our skin keep them soft and lustrous. However, if you don't get to wear your pearls often, you can keep them in good condition by wiping them with a soft cloth sprinkled with olive oil. Then use a dry cloth to buff them to a gorgeous shineCameos can be delicate, so it is important to clean them correctly. Sprinkle the surface of the cameo with talcum powder or cornstarch. Use a dry toothbrush to lightly brush. Then brush off the excess, rinse, rinse and dry..