How to clean jewelry from darkening?

Jewelry made of precious metals have been and remain at the peak of their popularity. For centuries, they have been considered the best gift for any occasion. Despite this, the demand for high quality and sophisticated jewelry remains high. She not only adorns the owner, but plays an important role in creating the image.

Such jewelry has a significant drawback - low resistance to damage and fragility. Products deteriorate during wear and lose their presentable appearance.

First of all, the cleaning method depends on the material, from which rings, earrings, bracelets, chains, pendants and other style elements are made.

To restore jewelry to its original appearance, a variety of tools are used, from chemical compounds to objects that can be found in any kitchen.

Next, we will look at a huge variety of effective ways to help restore beauty and shine to jewelry.

Jewelry cleaning methods depend on the materials from which they are made:

• glassware and plastic jewelry is resistant to moisture, due to which they can be cleaned with ordinary water. For greater effect, add a little shampoo, shower gel, laundry detergent, liquid soap, or any other similar product.It is necessary to dissolve household chemicals in warm water, shake a little until a thick foam forms and immerse the product in them for a while. After that, the jewelry is washed with water with the addition of a few drops of ammonia. This component will give the glass a special shine and shine;

• plastic products can be cleaned with ordinary wet wipes. You should also try cleaning wipes. If there are metal elements on the jewelry, it is better to refuse cleaning with water.
• to update products with rhinestonesplated with rhodium, do not use soapy water. It will only harm the stones by leaving stains on them. The best remedy is ammonia. For convenience, you can use a cotton swab. In the process of work, monitor the condition of the item. Try again if necessary.

Wood jewelry has a special aesthetic. In no case should such jewelry be cleaned with water. Liquid can cause irreparable damage to jewelry. The use of detergents and other household chemicals must also be abandoned. The only sure way is to treat the surface of the product with soft textile materials.

This material is actively used not only in the production of stylish clothes, but also for the production of fashionable jewelry.

To freshen up jewelry, periodically wipe it down with a damp, soft cloth. Also, make sure that they are not near heating devices, otherwise the material dries up and the only thing that remains is to throw the thing away.

Regular baking soda is used to clean metal or metal alloys. However, this component is not used in its pure form, but as a paste:

1. Making a home remedy is easy. You just need to mix soda with water until a thick slurry is formed.
2. After that, the composition is applied to the decoration and left for a certain time.
3. At the end, the product is washed off, and the product is grinded.

This method will get rid of darkening and stains.

In the event that a metal object can be cleaned by means of polishing, crushed chalk in a pure form or powder for cleaning teeth is used. These budget components will help bring jewelry back to its marketable form.

Another popular method is toothpaste. It is applied to a rag and the surface of the product is gently cleaned. You can only use pastes without whitening effect.

Gold-plated jewelry is a separate segment among jewelry that needs a special approach. Gold-plated earrings, bracelets, watches, pendants and other products have earned immense popularity due to their sophisticated appearance and affordable price. Outwardly, high-quality jewelry is practically indistinguishable from items made of precious metals.

Such methods can spoil the spraying. In this case, you will either have to throw the product away, or contact a jeweler for re-coating.

The most common way is to dip your jewelry in warm soapy water. and leave them to us for 10-15 minutes. Then they are taken out, washed with soap and wiped with a soft cloth.

There are also 2 more ways to help restore beauty to gilded jewelry:

• will need warm water and baking soda... The product should be left in a solution of two components for about 5 minutes. After the expiration of time, they are thoroughly rinsed and dried.Many Internet users note that this is a very effective method, after using which additional cleaning is not required. If the contamination is insignificant, just wipe the thing with a rag soaked in this solution;
• to restore the original beauty of the products will help ammonia... To prepare the solution, you need warm water and the above component. Ratio: 2 tsp for 1 liter of water.

All of the above cleaning methods can also be used for silver-plated jewelry.

Experts say that products made from this metal have been popular for several centuries. During archaeological excavations, ancient copper products are still found. Such items should not be stored in a damp room.

There are many different ways to clean these items at home.

Polished copper items are cleaned with kerosene. The decoration is carefully wiped with this substance, and then it is cleaned with a soft textile material with a small amount of crushed chalk. If the state of the jewelry is weary, another solution will help.

To prepare it you need:

• liter of clean water;
• oxalic acid (30 g);
• medical alcohol (4 tbsp);
• turpentine (3 tbsp);
• all components are mixed;
• with the resulting product, wipe the jewelry, after which the rich color and shine will return to the decoration.

When cleaning such products, it is not recommended to use various detergents, even the most mild and gentle, such as shampoo or soap. Such items can only be washed with running water. To enhance the effect of decoration, you can leave it in a bowl of water for a certain time. Do not forget to dry them afterwards.

It should be noted that the above elements are not friendly with chemical components and aggressive substances. You should not wet them either. To clean it, it will be enough to wipe the jewelry with a rag. For greater effect, it is better to choose a fleecy material.

A gruel made of chalk and pure water is a popular cleaner for products with an exquisite pearlescent color. Apply a little product to the fabric and gently wipe the jewelry. After cleaning, the item is washed with water and wiped. In no case should you use vinegar and other aggressive ingredients.

The same substance as for pearls - varnish will help to preserve the shine and exquisite play of mother-of-pearl.

To clean high-quality jewelry at home, a variety of means are used, depending on the material from which the jewelry is made. Let's consider the most common and effective substances.

Garlic is great for refreshing copper jewelry. The head of garlic must be grated and a whisper of salt added to the gruel. You do not need to rub the product. The product must be applied to the jewelry and left for 5 minutes. At the end, the item is washed with running water and dried.

The above components will help restore copper to its original appearance. For the solution, you need 9% vinegar. The elements are mixed to form a paste. If you don't have vinegar on hand, you can use lemon juice or baking soda instead. The composition is used to wipe the decoration using a cotton pad or cloth.

Whey can also be effective in combating darkening and other problems. To prepare an effective solution, you will need one glass of the main component and another 25 grams of kitchen (table) salt. The tool is used to wipe the decoration.Do not forget to rinse and wipe the product after cleaning.

On the market you can find special compounds designed specifically for cleaning jewelry made of various materials. With their help, you can significantly extend the life of the jewelry. Before using this or that drug, be sure to read the instructions.

It is easier to prevent a problem than to solve it afterwards. Even the most common piece of jewelry can be of immense value to the wearer.

To maintain its presentable appearance, you need to adhere to simple rules:

• high humidity negatively affects the appearance of products. Don't leave them in the bathroom;

• perfumes and liquids containing acetone can harm your favorite jewelry;

• store jewelry in separate boxes (depending on the material from which it is made);

• do not touch things with dirty hands. If a cream is applied to the skin, first wait until it is completely absorbed, and only then put on the jewelry;

• clean regularly;

• take off jewelry while doing housework.

If you listen to the listed tips, jewelry will serve the owner for several decades, retaining its original appearance.

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