Jewellery Cleaning Guide from Tsai by Tsai
Follow This Three Simple Steps to Make your Jewellery Sparkle Again
STEP 1 - SOAK
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Soak the jewellery in lukewarm water with a little mild soap, avoiding harsh cleaners. Don’t rush, leave them in for 20 – 40 minutes. Acidity from harsh soap and heat from water which is too warm are likely to cause changes to the colour of the stone, so take care.
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STEP 2 - RINSE and BRUSH
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Gently rinse the soapy water off. Then use a soft brush to carefully clean under running water.
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STEP 3 - DRY
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It is important to know that natural gemstones should never be exposed to heat or extreme temperature changes. Therefore, when drying them you should either use a soft cloth or air dry. Direct sunlight should be avoided.
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There you have it! Your jewellery will sparkle like new again.
Important Note!
While most natural stones will react well to the above process, there are some exceptions. A quick double-check of the jewellery cleaning chart is highly recommended if you are not sure.
For example, soft porous gemstones such as pearls, coral, turquoise, amber should not be soaked. Amber and chrysocolla should also not be brushed as this may leave scratches.
Of course, there are other ways of cleaning, such as steam or ultrasonic, but our method is the safest way if you decide to have a quick clean before a night out.
