Essential Care Tips for Your Dela Comeco Silver Jewellery

At Dela Comeco, we want to ensure your sterling silver jewellery maintains its stunning shine for as long as possible. While 925 silver can naturally tarnish over time, following these care tips can help extend its brilliance and keep your pieces looking their best.

Why Does 925 Silver Jewellery Tarnish?

Silver jewellery tarnishes due to a natural reaction between the silver and sulphur-containing gases present in the air. Although it's impossible to completely prevent tarnishing, you can take steps to minimize it and restore the shine when needed.

How Long Does It Take for Silver Jewellery to Tarnish?

There’s no set timeline for when silver jewellery will tarnish. It could happen within a few months or take several years, depending on various factors such as the storage environment. Silver tarnishes more quickly in damp or humid conditions. Don’t worry—tarnishing is a normal process, and there are simple ways to clean and restore your silver items.

How to Prevent Silver Jewellery from Tarnishing

Preventing tarnish is straightforward with a few simple practices:

• Store Properly: Keep your jewellery in an airtight box. If your jewellery box isn’t airtight, add silica gel packs to reduce humidity.
• Remove Before Activities: Take off your jewellery before engaging in exercise, swimming, or showering.
• Avoid Chemicals: Protect your silver by avoiding exposure to hairsprays, perfumes, cleaning products, and hygiene products.

By following these steps, you can help your silver jewellery stay tarnish-free for a longer period.

How to Clean Tarnished Silver

Cleaning tarnished silver is easy and effective with the right methods. Here are some tips:

• Anti-Tarnish Wipes/Cloths: Invest in quality anti-tarnish wipes or cloths. Use them sparingly, only when necessary.
• Home Remedies: For light tarnish, clean your jewellery with hot water, a toothbrush, and mild hand soap. Gently scrub and dry thoroughly.
• Microfiber Cloth: Use a dry microfiber cloth and apply gentle pressure to keep your jewellery clean after use.

Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials, as they can damage your silver or any coatings. While some home remedies like toothpaste or baking soda can be effective, they may not be suitable for plated or coated silver as they can harm the finish.

Wear Regularly for Best Results

An excellent way to maintain the shine of your silver jewellery is to wear it regularly. The natural oils from your skin can help prevent tarnishing.

We hope these tips from Dela Comeco help you keep your silver jewellery looking beautiful. For further assistance or professional cleaning, don’t hesitate to contact us. Enjoy the elegance of your silver pieces with confidence!