How to Keep Your Silver Jewelry Shiny

Many people at times avoid buying silver jewelry because they fear that it may lose its shininess and become dull. Silver jewelry is really shiny and glossy especially when it is brand new. Just like any other jewelry, the glossiness can fade due to dirt and everyday wear, but below are some ways that you can use so that you always keep your silver jewelry shiny.

First of all you must make sure that you store your jewelry well. It is always advised to store each piece separately, as when they are put together, they tend to rub against each other and become scratched. Remember scratched silver will always lose its beauty.

Mind what you use to clean your silver jewelry. Do not just reach out for any cloth within your reach to clean your silver jewelry. Always use a jewelry cloth. These are normally made up of double sheets of cloth where one is cotton and special chemicals added to the other to help your silver look brand new once you have wiped them with it. If you do not have access to a jewelry cloth, I would advise that you use a 100% cotton cloth to wipe your silver jewelry.

Some people fear wearing their silver jewelries in dusty places because the dust will remain on the jewelry and then, when you clean it, they will become scratched. This is true, because all you do at the end of the day is get a cloth and wipe the dirt off. Do not do that again. Here is what you should do. Get your silver jewelry and put it under running water from a tap, or just use a jar and pour water over it so that the sand particles are washed away. Then get your 100% cotton cleaning cloth and wipe your silver jewelry dry. This way your silver jewelry will not be scratched, because the sand particles that causes the scratching will be removed.

Make sure you do not leave or store it in a moist place. This is because moisture tarnishes silver jewelry, so always keep them dry. When you are wearing your silver jewelry, try not to apply perfume and body lotions, as they will decrease the shine and darkens the jewelry.

Keeping your silver jewelry shiny all the time is really not hard. All you need to do is take good care of it. If you follow the methods in this article, you should be able to keep your sterling silver jewelry shiny as well.