How to Clean Silver Jewelry

Many people prefer to wear silver jewelry rather than gold. They have discovered that jewelry made of this metal suit their attire more. However, very few people know and understand how to properly clean their silver pieces. They believe that once their jewelry (In Danish smykker) is tarnished, there is nothing that can be done to restore its beauty. Silver will tarnish over time. It is more likely to need cleaning when exposed to humid climates and air pollution. Understanding the best way to clean silver can keep the pieces beautiful and shiny for many more years.

Different method of Clean Silver Jewelry

Many times, the best way to clean silver is also the easiest. There are silver cleaning cloths that are available in jewelry stores as well as general stores and supermarkets. They are the fastest and easiest way to clean and polish the shine back to silver jewelry. They remove dirt, grime, body oils and fingerprints from the silver. They are quite inexpensive and can be used a number of times. Simply wiping down the jewelry can make it immediately ready to be worn once more.

When we buy silver jewelry(In Danish hjerte øreringe), many of the stores offer a cleaning liquid. The pieces need to be dipped into the solution and then pulled up and wiped clean. This is a very effective method as well. However, using a cleaning cloth is easier, although many people find it best to dip the piece and then wipe it with the cloth.

The age-old method of cleaning silver pieces using toothpaste and a toothbrush is a method preferred by most people. They use these to buff the piece and free it from tarnish. While using this method, it is important to remember not to be too rough as the bristles of the brush can scratch the silver. Remembering to rinse the piece with warm water after cleaning is also important.

Apart from the methods of cleaning mentioned above, there are people who find that household cleaners also work very well. However, it is important to remember again that using abrasive cleaners can scratch or damage the jewelry.

For silver jewelry pieces with precious stones and gem stones, it is best to take them to a jeweler to have it cleaned periodically. Asking the jeweler about proper home cleaning techniques is also a very good idea.