Our Top Tips for Jewellery Care
Fasten to Protect
Chains and bracelets are most vulnerable when stored loose. Always fasten them before putting them away to prevent tangling.
Untangling knots can weaken delicate links or cause irreparable damage. For the best results, store them flat in a lined box or pouch, away from other items.
Rest Your Jewellery
Even jewellery deserves a little rest. We advise removing it at the end of the day, or at least each night before bed, to avoid unnecessary strain and wear. Taking your jewellery off when you get home also helps protect it from accidental knocks while you go about your evening.
By giving your jewellery time to rest, you protect delicate settings, avoid damage, and help gemstones retain their brilliance.
Remove Your Jewellery Before Everyday Tasks
Everyday life can be hectic, and it can take its toll on your jewellery. For example, housework, gardening, exercising, or even clapping at an event can create stresses on clasps, settings, and gemstones. Chemicals from cleaning products or hairsprays can also dull or damage certain stones and metals.
Always remove jewellery before:
- Housework, washing up, or cooking
- Gardening or DIY
- Sports, gym, yoga, or swimming
- Sleeping or showering
If your jewellery has already sustained wear from daily use, our expert goldsmiths can help restore it through our repairs and restoration service.
Store Separately
Jewellery pieces should always be stored individually to avoid scratches and tangles. Harder stones, such as diamonds, can easily mark softer gems like pearls or opals if kept together. Keep each piece in a soft pouch or a compartmented jewellery box, and make sure clasps are fastened.
For long-term protection, avoid leaving jewellery in direct sunlight or humid environments, as this can fade certain gemstones or tarnish silver.