HOW TO KEEP THE SILVER SHINY?
Buying silver jewellery is a process full of things to consider, as well as stressful if you are not ready. Knowledge of the design and quality of jewellery, where to buy and consumer rights is essential for a fulfilling buying experience.
So, in this article, you will find all information’s to avoid silver tarnishing and a method on how to make your silver jewellery shiny as new one.
Why Do Your Silver Items Tarnish?
Silver tarnish or discoloration is a natural phenomenon and not a production or material quality defect. This can be related to the pH wearer's skin level, which varies from person to person. Another common cause of color staining is exposure to soap, chlorine, salt water, perfume, or lotion, even in small amounts.
This staining is accelerated by contact with tap water that contains chlorine. While some will not discolor when worn, others will change color almost immediately. But, our 925 sterling silver is a natural metal therefore it reacts differently to skin and external conditions.
Furthermore, tarnishing is not always clearly defined and can occur for various factors. As a natural metal extracted from the earth, silver reacts differently in various batches, so some items will be perfectly fine while others may react differently. As with most, if not all things in nature, there is some variability.
The process of oxidation is the reaction of the 925 sterling silver alloy with the natural air around it, similar to discoloration. It is usually understood as the "addition of oxygen". Therefore, if you will store your jewellery for a long period of time, we recommend keeping it in a lockable jewellery box or container to avoid natural oxidation.
Oxidation or tarnish reveals as discoloration on your silver items. It can be dark, speckled, or look as if the silver has chipped off. This is a natural silver phenomenon, unlike plastics, which are man-made materials. But, Tarnishing and oxidation can easily treat to return the original state of your silver jewellry.
How to Fix Your Silver Jewellery Tarnishing?
As explained earlier, silver is a naturally occurring metal and does not guarantee any discoloration or reaction of the product. It is important to understand that discoloration is not rusting, but a reaction of the metal to external factors.
Here are some simple household solutions for cleaning. Their effectiveness is immense and is illustrated in the video below.
- Line a medium-sized bowl with aluminum foil;
- Fill the bowl with hot (not boiling) water;
- Add 1 tablespoon of washing powder;
- Soak the cutlery for 2 minutes;
- Rinse with water and gently blot with a soft paper towel to absorb the water;
Do not use this method process on polished objects or stainless steel products. But, if you would like more information about our professional cleaning and maintenance services, please contact us.
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