Jewelry Cleaning Instructions

🟡 Cleaning Instructions for 14K Gold Filled Jewelry

What is Gold Filled?
14k gold filled jewelry consists of a thick layer of real gold (5% or 1/20th of total weight) bonded to a base metal, typically brass. It's more durable and tarnish-resistant than gold-plated jewelry, but still requires gentle care.

What You’ll Need:

- Mild dish soap (like Dawn)

- Warm water

- Soft toothbrush or cotton swab

- Microfiber cloth or soft jewelry cloth

- Bowl

Steps:

1. Prepare the Solution
Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in a bowl of warm (not hot) water.

2. Soak the Jewelry
Let your jewelry soak for 10–15 minutes to loosen dirt and oils.

3. Gently Brush
Use a soft toothbrush or cotton swab to gently clean around detailed areas. Avoid harsh scrubbing to protect the gold layer.

4. Rinse Thoroughly
Rinse the jewelry under lukewarm water to remove soap residue.

5. Dry and Polish
Pat dry with a microfiber cloth. Use a jewelry cloth to polish and restore shine if needed.

Tips:

Avoid using ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemicals.

Store pieces separately to avoid scratching.

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⚪ Cleaning Instructions for 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry

What is Sterling Silver?
Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver mixed with 7.5% other metals (usually copper). It’s prone to tarnish, especially when exposed to air and moisture.

What You’ll Need:

- Mild dish soap

- Warm water

- Baking soda (optional for deep tarnish)

- Soft toothbrush or cloth

- Silver polishing cloth

- Bowl and aluminum foil (for deep tarnish)

Basic Cleaning Steps:

1. Soap and Water Soak
Mix a few drops of mild soap into warm water and soak your jewelry for 5–10 minutes.

2. Gently Clean
Use a soft toothbrush or cloth to clean. Rinse thoroughly afterward.

3. Dry and Buff
Pat dry and polish gently with a silver polishing cloth to restore shine.

4. Deep Tarnish Removal (Optional):

5. Line a Bowl with Aluminum Foil (shiny side up)

6. Add: 1 tablespoon of baking soda + 1 tablespoon of salt

7. Pour in hot water and stir to dissolve

8. Soak Jewelry for 2–5 minutes

9. Rinse and Dry

Tips:

Store in airtight bags or anti-tarnish pouches.

Avoid chlorine, bleach, and cosmetics.