Diamond Care
Even though diamonds are the most durable substance on earth
it is still essential to look after them. Diamonds are not only a jewel set in a
piece of jewellery they are an investment and need to be treated as such. With
appropriate care, they can last forever. Due to the fact that they are so
durable people can be easily mistaken into believing that diamonds can never be
scratched, chipped, smudged or soiled, this is a fallacy. Powders, soaps,
lotions and even the oil from your skin will create a film on diamonds, however
keeping your diamond jewellery in fantastic condition only requires simple
continual maintenance. This simple maintenance will be rewarded with beautiful,
long-lasting jewellery. It is essential that you aware of how to care and clean
for your jewellery.
How to care for your diamonds:
It is essential to attempt to protect the diamonds in your jewellery as well as
the gold, from sharp blows, harsh chemicals, sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Chlorine and related chemicals can severely discolour and damage diamond
jewellery as well as loosen stones and settings. This is why if you can it is a
good idea to remove rings when working with your hands, such as gardening or
heavy housework.
To maintain the sparkle of your diamond jewellery it is a good idea to carefully
wipe your diamond jewellery with a soft chamois or flannel cloth after each
wearing to remove oils and salts.
The only material that can break a diamond is another diamond so if you are not
wearing your diamond jewellery you should store each item of jewellery
separately to prevent scratching with other pieces as well as breaking.
The easiest way to ensure you diamond jewellery remains sparkling with
brilliance is to clean your diamonds on a regular basis. The most eye catching
part of a diamond is its sparkle no matter whether it is set in a ring,
bracelet, necklace, earrings or a pendant.
To clean your diamond jewellery there are four popular methods wghich are
commonly used. If you do not wish to clean your own diamond jewellery you can
always take your diamond jewellery to your local jeweller to be cleaned.
Four ways to clean your diamonds:
1. Detergent bath: Prepare a small bowl of warm suds with any kind of mild
liquid detergent. Brush the jewellery with a small soft brush creating a lather.
Place the piece on a wire strainer and rinse with warm water. Pat dry with a
soft lint free cloth.
2. Cold Water Soak: Mix a small bowl of solution with 5 parts water to 1 part
household ammonia. Soak the item for several minutes, lift the item out of the
solution and tap gently around the item with a small soft brush. Rinse the item
in the solution again and drain on a piece of tissue paper.
3. Quick-Dip Method: Buy a liquid jewellery cleaner, be careful to choose the
cleaner which is best for your diamonds. Read the label carefully and follow the
instructions. Be careful not to touch your clean diamonds with your fingers,
handle the piece by its edges.
4. The Ultrasonic Cleaner: There are several types of these small machines
available in the market. They will clean any piece of jewellery that can be
soaked in a liquid within minutes. They are comprised of a metal cup, which you
fill with water and detergent. When the machine is turned on, a high-frequency
turbulence is created. Please read the machines instructions prior to use.
Remember it is simple to ensure your diamonds are shining brilliantly. Diamonds
are an investment and with proper maintenance they can last forever. If you
require further information about diamond care please feel free to contact us.
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