Jewellery care advice from Element
At Element, our two greatest passions are our customers and designer jewellery. We want the two of you to be happy together in a meaningful relationship for a very long time! Contemporary designer jewellery, like all the best things in life, lasts longer and looks better when it’s loved, cherished and cared for.
Most of you will be familiar with the three-step mantra when it comes to looking after your own skin so we’ve simplified our jewellery care instructions into an easy-to-follow guide that you can incorporate into your busy routines.
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Get those marigolds out! Detergents are harmful to jewellery so it’s best to de-bling before you start those household chores.
Skinny dipping is the best advice when it comes to jewellery. Chlorine, salt water and fresh water will damage your precious gems and metals.
Feel free to take a bath or shower wearing your jewellery but reach for the polishing cloth, along with your towel, as soap and water will leave a thin film making your silver seem dull.
As you pop on your climbing boots, please pop off your rocks! Silver and gold are soft metals and not advisable for outdoor pursuits or indoor DIY.
We know you love glamour, but please complete your beauty regime before you adorn yourself in Element. Perfume, hair spray, make-up and other beautifying products simply don’t mix well with jewellery.
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Jewellery likes to be wrapped up safely in a soft cloth or acid-free tissue, and on its own, so that it doesn’t become scratched or damaged by other pieces.
When it’s ‘off duty’ Element jewellery loves to be cosseted in one of our very own pretty and practical silk rolls or silk jewellery boxes. With roomy compartments for all your bits and bobs, as well as a clever ring roll, plus soft, lined interiors to protect your treasures, the stylish wraps also ensure no unseemly scrabbling at the bottom of your wash bag for shampoo-coated earrings and bracelets when you’re travelling,
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We all look beautiful after a good old wash and brush up and jewellery is no exception! Just like the car you drive, once in a while, jewellery benefits from an MOT. A good professional clean by a jeweller will help you and your precious baubles stay together longer.
Regular home cleaning will also keep your rocks sparkling. A mild soap and water solution along with a soft brush is the best option for most jewellery. After a soapy, sumptuous bath carefully dry your precious jewels with a lint free towel or cloth.
Please consult Element Contemporary Jewellery for further advice if you are unsure about cleaning or caring for your jewellery.
Or simply email us for specific Jewellery Care Advice, such as pearl jewellery, amber jewellery, diamond jewellery.