In the following article, we will look at how to care for your white gold jewellery properly so that it remains beautiful and radiant. You can easily care for it from the comfort of your own home.
White gold is a popular material in the jewellery industry. It is made by mixing pure gold with white metals such as silver, palladium or nickel. The proportions of these metals can affect the properties of white gold, including its colour, hardness and durability. White gold jewellery is commonly coated with rhodium, which creates a harder surface and gives the jewellery an even whiter appearance.
To begin, we would like to introduce you to various everyday activities during which it is sensible not to wear white gold rings, or jewellery in general.
Sports activities: during sports, impacts, falls or other accidental events may occur that could damage the jewellery
Manual work: Working with tools, chemicals or other materials may damage or soil the jewellery
Cleaning and household chores: Using cleaning products or handling sharp objects may pose a risk
Sauna or swimming pool: High temperatures, steam and chemicals in the water may have a negative effect on the gold
Sleeping: You should remove your jewellery before going to sleep to prevent it from being damaged or lost
How to Clean White Gold at Home?
Cleaning gold at home can be relatively easy, but it is important to know what type of gold you are dealing with. Follow these simple instructions: prepare a bowl of warm (not hot) water and add a small amount of washing-up liquid. Gently wash the jewellery, rinse it and then wipe it with a cotton cloth.
If you find greenish stains on the jewellery, use citric acid. Dissolve it in water and immerse the jewellery for a few minutes, then rinse it and wipe it with a cotton cloth.
As a result of wearing white gold rings every day, the rhodium layer may wear away in certain areas and the gold may begin to look yellowish. If the ring has a suitably thick layer of rhodium, it should last approximately 1-2 years. Afterwards, we will be happy to clean and re-rhodium-plate your ring again free of charge as part of our service.
When Should You Entrust Cleaning to a Professional?
If you do not want to deal with cleaning at home or are worried about damaging the jewellery, entrust the cleaning to a professional. At our jewellery studio, we will take professional care of your jewellery, so you do not have to worry about it being handled carelessly. When you purchase jewellery from us, you receive free lifetime servicing. We carry it out regularly once a year.
Jewellery with Coloured Gemstones
Cleaning jewellery with coloured gemstones is a delicate process that requires care to avoid damaging the gemstones or the metal. You do not need to worry about regularly cleaning durable and hard stones such as diamonds and sapphires. For delicate stones and semi-precious stones, take greater care when cleaning them and when choosing suitable cleaning products. Some gemstones are more sensitive to sudden temperature changes than others and should therefore be protected from extreme temperatures. Emeralds are among the delicate and soft gemstones that should not come into contact with hot water, and it is better to leave their cleaning to a professional.
How Should You Store Jewellery at Home?
Properly storing jewellery at home is essential for preserving its beauty. Here are several tips on how to do it correctly. Store individual pieces of jewellery separately so that they do not touch and damage one another. You can use a jewellery box with different compartments or separate boxes. Make sure that the surface on which you store your jewellery is soft. Jewellery should also be protected from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight and moisture can cause changes in the colour and texture of some materials. If you own valuable jewellery, keep it locked in a secure storage space such as a safe or a jewellery box with a security lock.
One final travel tip: When taking jewellery with you on a trip, wear it or keep it in a box inside the hand luggage that remains with you at all times.
