How to Clean Gold Jewelry
Your skin, soap, and even the air can dull your gold jewelry. Bring the luster back with a few household items.
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You Will Need
- Dishwashing liquid
- A soft bristled toothbrush
- A soft, lint-free cloth
Steps
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Step 1
Fill bowl
Fill a bowl with two cups warm water and add a few drops of dishwashing liquid.
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Step 2
Add jewelry and soak
Add all of your jewelry that needs cleaning and let it soak for 15 minutes.
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Step 3
Brush up
Brush gently with the toothbrush around any recessed or detailed areas until each piece is clean.
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Step 4
Rinse
Rinse the jewelry in a bowl of clean, warm water to remove any residue.
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Use a fine mesh strainer to rinse jewelry under running water.
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Step 5
Dry and buff
Dry and buff your jewelry with the soft, lint-free cloth until its luster returns.
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Did you know? White gold used in jewelry is usually an alloy of gold and nickel.
