Ring Guidance Diamond Guidance Jewellery Guide

How to Care For Your Jewellery

Knowing how to care for and protect your precious pieces can have a significant impact on preserving their beauty and longevity. Studies show that regular cleaning can restore up to 99% of a diamond’s brilliance, while improper storage accounts for nearly 60% of jewellery scratches and surface damage.With routine care and professional inspections recommended once every 6-12 months, jewellery can maintain its sparkle and structural integrity for generations. If you’re not sure where to start, we’re here to help with simple, effective tips to keep your jewellery clean, protected, and looking its best.

Tips

Regular use of a professional jewellery cleaner can restore up to 95-98% of a diamond’s original brilliance, removing everyday oils and residue that cause stones to appear dull over time.
Advanced liquid formulas with polymer technology help reduce the visibility of dirt in settings by nearly 90%.
Studies show that jewellery cleaned every 2-4 weeks maintains its shine and finish significantly better than pieces cleaned only occasionally, helping preserve long-term beauty.

Initial cleaning preparation

Open the jar by carefully cutting the seal.
Take one piece of jewellery and gently place it in the dip tray, ensuring it is fully supported. Lower the tray into the cleaning solution and allow jewellery to soak for approximately two minutes, which is sufficient to remove up to 90-95% of everyday oils, dirt, and residue.
Extended soaking is unnecessary, as modern cleaning formulas are designed to work efficiently within a short time without affecting the metal or gemstones.

RINSING AND AFTERCARE

Remove the dip tray from jar and rinse the jewellery thoroughly under room-temperature water, which helps wash away up to 95% of loosened cleaning residue without stressing the metal or stones.
Ensure the water reaches all angles of the setting, as proper rinsing prevents leftover solution from dulling shine or attracting new dirt ove time.
If required, use the included soft cleaning brush to gently clean hard-to-reach crevices, where nearly 30-40% of trapped debris can remain if not brushed carefully.

DRYING AND FINISHING

Gently pat the jewellery dry using a lint-free cloth or soft tissue to prevent water spots and avoid snagging on prongs or settings. Air-drying alone can leave mineral residue.
Pay special attention to undersides, prongs, and crevices, where moisture can remain trapped. Proper drying helps prevent dullness and reduce the risk of long-term metal wear.
Allow the jewellery to rest for a few minutes before wearing or storing. Fully dry pieces maintain up to 20-30% better shine and help preserve brilliance.

Ruby jewellery

Keep your ruby jewellery away from harsh chemicals, including household cleaning agents and beauty products. These chemicals can potentially damage the stone or affect its colour.
Remove your ruby jewellery before engaging in activities that may expose it to potential damage, such as sports, household chores, or gardening.
Rubies can be sensitive to extreme temperature changes. It’s best to avoid exposing your jewellery to sudden temperature variations, such as hot water or extreme heat, as it may affect the gemstone.

Sapphire jewellery

Clean your sapphire jewellery regularly to remove dirt and oils. Use warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush to gently clean the surface. Avoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the stone or its setting.
Although sapphires are durable gemstones, they can still be chipped or cracked with forceful impact. Remove your sapphire jewellery before engaging in rigorous activities, sports, or heavy-duty chores.
Avoid exposing your sapphire jewellery to sudden temperature variations, such as hot water or extreme heat.

Transform Your Existing Jewellery Into Something New

Do you have old jewellery sitting unworn in a drawer? At Robert Cliff Master Jewellers, we specialise in jewellery remodelling and custom jewellery redesign using your existing diamonds, gemstones and gold.

Whether you have an inherited ring, a broken piece of jewellery, an outdated design or sentimental diamonds you would love to wear again, our master jewellers can transform them into a beautiful new custom-made piece designed specifically for you.

Visit our showroom for a complimentary design consultation and discover how your existing jewellery can be reimagined into a stunning engagement ring, wedding ring, pendant, earrings or bespoke heirloom piece.

USE YOUR EXISTING DIAMONDS & GOLD

Bring in your old jewellery, inherited pieces, loose diamonds or unwanted gold and let our expert designers show you what's possible. We can remodel, redesign and handcraft a completely new piece while preserving the sentimental value of your original jewellery.