How do you clean white gold jewelry?

Set jewelry, diamonds and carats, precious stones and zirconium. If these words speak to you, there’s no doubt that you’re a lover of fine jewelry and beautiful pieces 🥰 They are probably an extension of yourself. You love them dearly and passionately, and protect them like the apple of your eye (admittedly, some of them cost you an arm and a leg, so you keep a close eye on them).

Following the sound advice of your favorite jeweler, you take great care to store them properly, and at home, necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, and watches all have their own designated place. Even your pretty hair clips have a space of their own—that says it all!

But lately, you’ve noticed that some of your pieces have lost their sparkle 💎 With everyday wear, dust can build up on the metal and dull its shine. Your favorite signet rings and bangles are looking a little tired, and you’d love to give them a fresh glow.

We’ve gathered a few tips and grandma’s remedies to help you preserve the shine of your favorite white gold jewelry! They’ll keep sparkling in every situation!

Contents:

• The secret: a little regular care
• Cleaning and shining white gold: here’s how
• Rhodium plating
• Soapy water
• Baking soda
• Use powdered laundry detergent

The secret: a little regular care

To ensure your jewelry sets stand the test of time and retain their beauty, regular care is essential. The links of light-colored jewelry, such as a white gold chain, tend to get dirty, and it is all the more noticeable on this type of shade.

Using a soft-bristled brush that can get into every nook and cranny, along with a soft cloth, you can carry out a simple cleaning routine to help your collection stand up to everyday wear and tear. As well as being very effective and easy to do, this routine can quickly become your moment of relaxation. Who said cleaning had to be a chore?

Cleaning and shining white gold: here’s how

It’s good to know that over time, with wear, white gold can change shade and turn yellow, which is actually the metal’s true color. Don’t panic—we’ll show you what to do.

Rhodium plating

White gold jewelry is often coated with a thin layer of rhodium. Hoop earrings, cuffs, or signet rings—every piece of jewelry gets it, as it helps protect the material. However, it may deteriorate over time. To restore your accessories to their well-deserved shine and protection, it is therefore recommended to have them rhodium-plated every three to five years.

And who better qualified for this than your favorite jeweler? It’s good to know that this process first requires a little polishing that will remove a small amount of material from your item, so don’t panic if it looks ever so slightly thinner afterward.

Soapy water

Fancy a quick little shine-up? Nothing could be simpler:

• Soak your white gold jewelry in very soapy water
• Then rub them with a small piece of soft cloth
• Rinse them with lukewarm water
• Dry them thoroughly

We recommend using a small cotton swab to absorb any excess water that may have seeped into the tiniest crevices.

Baking soda

A trusty secret weapon, baking soda is pure magic! It works wonders all around the house. It’s also a great ally for your white gold jewelry. Place your jewelry in a bowl of warm water with one tablespoon of baking soda mixed in, and let it soak for a few minutes. Shine guaranteed!

Use powdered laundry detergent

Here’s what to do:

• Bring water to a boil
• Add a dose of powdered laundry detergent
• Place your jewelry
• Let them boil for two minutes
• Take them out and scrub them with a small soft brush if necessary
• Rinse with clean water

All that’s left is to enjoy their beautiful shine!

Generally speaking, to preserve the shine of your white gold treasures for as long as possible, you’ll need to take everything off. That’s right: before swimming, playing sports, doing the housework, or DIYing, remember to remove your precious rings and wedding band. Take off long necklaces, chokers, and delicate chains. Dangling earrings and studs? Same thing—take them off!

This way, your jewelry will be protected from knocks, dust, moisture, and oxidation. Keep in mind that it is very, very strongly advised against cleaning your jewelry with cleaning products intended for silverware, or your jeweler or jewelry maker might give you a slap on the wrist. Take care of your precious-metal jewelry and delicate alloys—it’s THE rule to follow. Your gemstones will thank you.

That’s perfect, because when it comes to jewelry boxes, Maison Scarlett offers plenty of choice, so there’s no more excuse for leaving your jewelry collection lying around everywhere!