Best Tips to Properly Store Fashion Jewelry
Oftentimes, the best way to store jewelry depends on a few factors like the materials used, type of jewelry, and how much each piece is worth. For an in-depth guide of tips and tricks to use to keep your collection looking fresh, stay tuned!
Clean Each Piece Before Storage
The first step before putting your jewelry away for the night is to rub each piece down with a lint-free cloth to remove any residue or dust particles from the day. Keep the cloth in your jewelry box so you can swipe down your pieces quickly and build a routine.
Sometimes a cloth is not enough, especially if your jewelry pieces haven't been cleaned in a while. If you know you have a bit of free time coming up, schedule a time to clean your jewelry pieces that need a touch-up. Before you get cleaning, it's essential to research what remedies are best for cleaning certain pieces of jewelry
For the most part, you'll want to find mild soap and warm water along with a soft cloth or brush that's guaranteed to get the job done. This will help remove sweat, lotion, makeup, water residue, and any other elements. It's important to note--make sure all of your pieces are completely dry before storing.
Separate Pieces By Metal
Precious metals should be on one side, fashion jewelry on the other side. Even with precious metals, separate the gold from the silver and for fashion jewelry, put copper pieces separate from those made from stainless steel.
When you're not separating pieces properly, the metals interact with each and can eventually ruin the luster on the pieces.
Maintain a Consistent Temperature
Storing your jewelry in high humidity areas is the main factor that speeds up the tarnishing process. It's best to try running an air conditioner or dehumidifier in the room your jewelry lives to prevent tarnishing even further.
Next, you'll want to find a spot in your home that remains a consistent temperature. It's important to not store your jewelry directly next to a heating vent or window where moisture can easily travel into. The more consistent the temperature, the better it will benefit your collection.
Store in a Dark and Delicate Space
Depending on your collection of jewelry, there are a couple of different tips you can use for storage. Fine jewelry should be stored in a secure location and away from direct sunlight as the UV rays can cause jewelry to tarnish over time. It's also important to secure these pieces in a dark and dry location when they're being used--make sure you're following proper storage protocol.
As for silver jewelry, it does best when it's stored in a box that's lined with felt. The felt helps absorb excess moisture and prevents premature tarnishing. For larger pieces, it might be better to store them separately inside a felt pouch or wrapped in a silver polishing cloth to limit exposure to the air.
Make Sure Jewelry is Dry
Before any jewelry is properly stored away, make sure it is completely dry. As mentioned above, moisture can cause the metal to tarnish and degrade much quicker. For instance, if you wore a silver necklace in a rainstorm, be sure to dry it off before putting it away.
If you're storing damp jewelry for a prolonged period of time--no matter which type it is--it can cause issues with premature or excessive tarnishing.
Final Thoughts
Overall, there are a ton of accessories and products to use to store jewelry in a manner that prevents the tarnishing process. When it comes to pieces that you wear regularly, those can be put in plain sight that they're easy to access in the morning, but you'll want to make sure they're getting cleaned on a normal basis. As a reminder, be sure to put your lotions, makeup, or perfumes on before your jewelry to avoid any clogging or dirtying of the metals.
At Albert's Diamond Jewelers, we take pride in serving our community in Schererville, India with the finest jewelry that will last a lifetime. We hope these jewelry storing tips will help you keep your jewelry collection shining bright. If you want to browse our new jewelry arrivals or gifts for the holiday season, shop online, or visit us in-store to hear our personalized recommendations.
