Caring for Your Jewelry — The Essentials
Jewelry is meant to be enjoyed for years — but everyday activities, chemicals, and improper handling can dull its beauty or damage settings. With a little know-how, you can protect your pieces and keep them sparkling for a lifetime. At Western Oregon Jewelers in Roseburg, Oregon, we also offer free jewelry cleanings and inspections to help keep your favorite pieces looking their best and catch potenial issues before they become bigger problems.
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Clean With Care
For most pieces, a brief soak in warm water with mild dish soap and a soft toothbrush gently removes dirt and oils.
Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or stiff brushes that can scratch metals or gemstones.
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Wear It Wisely
Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals like chlorine, bleach, household cleaners, and beauty products — these can weaken metals and harm gemstones.
Remove jewelry before sleeping, swimming, bathing, exercising, gardening, or doing dishes — sweat, mineral particles, and hard surfaces can scratch metal and loosen stones.
Remove your jewelry before applying lotions, perfume, or hairspray to prevent buildup that can dull its sparkle.
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Store Smart
Keep jewelry separate in soft pouches or a lined jewelry box so pieces don’t rub or tangle.
Dust and airborne minerals can scratch softer gemstones — store where pieces are protected and dry.
