How To Clean Your Diamond Jewellery

Diamonds are the hardest of all gemstones. They also have a high refractive index of 2.417, which gives them a brilliant sparkle. However, not all diamonds have the same brilliance. This is because the degree of sparkle depends on how much light enters the diamond and is reflected back to the eye. No matter the degree of brilliance that diamond jewellery has at the time of purchase, it will most probably diminish with time and use.

This is because of the accumulation of dirt, lotions, and oils on the diamond, which affect its ability to effectively reflect light. Whenever you touch a the jewellery, you will most probably leave a smudge of oil from your skin on it. Even the smallest deposit of oil or grease on the surface of a diamond can reduce its sparkle. As such, it is important to routinely clean your jewellery in order to maintain its sparkle and value.

One of the best ways to clean your diamond jewellery is to take it to a professional jeweller. The jeweller will carry out a type of cleaning known as ultrasonic cleaning. In this process, your jewellery will be submerged in a solution of detergent and water. This solution will then be vibrated using high-frequency sound waves.

This cleaning action removes all the dirt and grime that had accumulated in the diamond jewellery in a matter of minutes. Today, ultrasonic cleaners are readily available in the market. However, the advantage of receiving its service from a jeweller, especially in the case of old jewellery, is that the turbulent cleaning may loosen the settings. Fortunately, if this happens the jeweller can immediately repair it.

Professional cleaners also come in handy when you have a diamond watch that you cannot clean by yourself. Diamond jewellery can be cleaned at home using a quick-dip method. In this case, you will need to buy a liquid jewellery cleaner, preferably one that is recommended by the jeweller whom you bought your jewellery from.

This jeweller will recommend one that will work best with the type of diamond and metal that makes up your jewellery. Ensure that you carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions when using the home jewellery cleaner. A solution of mild detergent and warm water can be used to clean diamond jewellery at home. Soak your diamond jewellery in a bowl containing the solution for a few minutes. Use the suds of the solution and a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently scrub the diamond jewellery.

You can also buy a jewellery cleaning brush in a store or from a jeweller. After removing all the dirt and oils from the diamond, rinse it under running water. Use a clean, soft cotton cloth to dry the jewellery. Ensure that the type of detergent you use does not contain chlorine, which tarnishes diamonds. You can clean your jewellery at home using a mixture of one part ammonia to six parts cold water.

Soak your diamond jewellery in the mixture for a night. Gently rub the diamond using a soft-bristled toothbrush. Pay extra attention to the underside of the diamond, which comes into contact with the skin, as it tends to accumulate a lot of natural oils. Rinse in fresh water and pat dry with a clean, non-abrasive cloth.