Remove before
*Using household cleaners, bleach & chemicals
*Performing household & outdoor chores
*Showering/bathing (however, if you don’t, dry it thoroughly when done)
*Swimming in pools, hot tubs, hot springs & oceans
*Exercising
*Sleeping at night
Keep It dry
*Wearing sterling silver in the shower/bath & when washing your hands is perfectly fine, being mindful to dry your pieces thoroughly is what makes all the difference
*After washing your hands, thoroughly dry your hands & wrists, paying close attention between jewelry & your skin, pat the jewelry down with a clean lint-free towel
*Never leave your jewelry in the bathroom
*Allow lotions & other body products to absorb into your skin; there are chemicals in beauty & cleaning products that prompt oxidation & will accelerate the deterioration of your sterling silver jewelry
Clean
*Be sure to choose one that is meant for sterling silver jewelry. We recommend Flitz Polish Paste, it cleans & polishes https://www.flitz.com/flitz-polish-paste/
Use a microfiber cloth & follow manufacturer's directions.
*If your unique piece(s) have semi-precious gemstones, we recommend using Flitz cream or liquid cleaner for precious metals, diamonds & gemstones. https://www.flitz.com/jewelry-care-kit/
Use a microfiber cloth & follow manufacturer's directions.
*Do not use liquid jewelry cleaners if your piece(s)have delicate materials, like leather/suede or waxed/knotting cord. Instead, use a microfiber cloth with a small amount of cream cleaner, concentrating on sterling silver components only.
DIY method:
*proceed with caution..the water will be hot!
Completely line a bowl with aluminum foil, shiny side up
Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda into the bowl
Fill the bowl with boiling water, enough to cover jewelry
Mix the solution slowly *Remember it's hot!
Place silver piece(s) in the bowl, for multiple pieces, keep them from touching
Soak for up to five minutes, agitate with tongs or tweezers. *Remove with tongs or tweezers & let it cool off. Gently use a soft toothbrush for crevices
Be sure to rinse thoroughly, using a small strainer for rinsing can prevent losing jewelry in the drain
Lay it out flat & pat dry thoroughly with a lint-free cloth
Use a microfiber cloth & Flitz polishing cream https://www.flitz.com/flitz-polish-paste/ to bring the luster & protectant layer back to your custom piece(s)*Remember, be gentle when buffing
Store
*Let your sterling silver jewelry air-dry completely before putting it away.
*Never store jewelry while it’s still damp
*Using the included jewelry polishing cloth after you remove your sterling silver jewelry is a good way to keep it shiny & clean
*Seal your sterling silver jewelry in the clear reclosable bag with the black anti-tarnish tab, then in the velvet bag provided to fight humidity & oxidation