Keep Your Sparkle
With proper care, your fine jewelry will maintain its beauty for generations. Follow our expert guide to keep your pieces looking their best.
At-Home Cleaning
Simple steps to keep your diamonds sparkling
Prepare Solution
Mix a few drops of mild dish soap with warm (not hot) water in a small bowl.
Soak
Let your jewelry soak for 15-30 minutes to loosen dirt and oils.
Gentle Brush
Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently clean around stones and settings.
Rinse
Rinse under warm running water. Use a strainer to prevent dropping down the drain.
Dry
Pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. Let air dry completely before storing.
Caution
Never use toothpaste, baking soda, or abrasive cleaners on jewelry. These can scratch precious metals and damage softer gemstones.
Care Guidelines
Do
- Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, or exercising
- Apply perfume, lotion, and hairspray before putting on jewelry
- Store pieces separately to prevent scratching
- Have prongs and settings checked annually
- Clean your jewelry regularly at home
- Remove rings when doing household chores
- Bring jewelry to us for professional cleaning annually
Don't
- Wear jewelry in chlorinated pools or hot tubs
- Use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners
- Sleep in your jewelry (chains can tangle, rings can bend)
- Store multiple pieces together without protection
- Expose to extreme temperatures
- Use ultrasonic cleaners on emeralds or opals
- Touch gemstones frequently (oils affect brilliance)
Proper Storage
Protect your pieces when not wearing them
Separate Storage
Store each piece in its own soft pouch or lined compartment. Diamonds can scratch other jewelry and softer gemstones.
Avoid Humidity
Store jewelry in a cool, dry place. Humidity can tarnish silver and damage certain gemstones over time.
Use Original Box
The box your jewelry came in is designed to protect it. Keep it for safe storage and travel.
Metal-Specific Care
White Gold
White gold is plated with rhodium for extra brightness. This plating wears over time. We offer complimentary re-plating with any cleaning service.
Yellow Gold
Yellow gold develops a natural patina over time. Regular cleaning maintains its warm glow. Avoid chlorine which can weaken gold alloys.
Rose Gold
Rose gold contains copper which gives it its pink hue. It may darken slightly over time, which many consider desirable.
Platinum
Platinum is extremely durable and develops a natural satin finish over time called patina. Can be polished to restore original shine.
Professional Services
Visit us for complimentary cleaning and inspection, or take advantage of our professional maintenance services to keep your jewelry in pristine condition.
Professional Cleaning
Ultrasonic and steam cleaning to restore original brilliance
Complimentary
Prong Inspection
Check all settings to ensure stones are secure
Complimentary
Rhodium Re-plating
Restore the bright white finish on white gold pieces
From $50
Polish & Refinish
Remove scratches and restore original luster
From $75
Schedule Your Annual Checkup
We recommend bringing your fine jewelry in once a year for professional inspection and cleaning. This ensures your settings are secure and your pieces look their absolute best.