Protect Your Precious Gems: A Guide to Jewellery Care
Fine jewellery is so much more than an accessory; it’s adornment to be worn and treasured for decades. Whether it's a sparkling engagement ring or a family heirloom, ensuring your beloved fine jewellery collection remains beautiful and in good condition is essential to ensuring its longevity.
Here’s our quick guide to keeping your jewellery in tip-top shape.
Insure Your Jewellery
First things first, let’s talk protection. We strongly recommend insuring your higher-valued jewellery pieces. While ATTIC’s one-year manufacturing warranty ensures prong maintenance and the replacement of side stones, it doesn’t cover the potential heart-stopping loss or damage of your centre stone. Don’t leave it to chance—compare your insurance options with Jewellers Mutual to secure the coverage you truly need.
Ring Checkups + Maintenance
Your rings are the warriors in your jewellery collection, braving everyday wear and tear. For rings that see frequent wear, an annual visit to your jeweller is a must. Even your less frequently worn pieces deserve a little love now and then.
If you notice your ring is catching on hair or clothing, it’s a sign that the prongs or claws might be wearing down. Rather than risk further damage, take a break from wearing it and reach out to your local jeweller for a quick inspection or repair. ATTIC offers top-notch repair and re-tipping services to keep your ATTIC rings looking great.
Jewellery Cleaning
Is your ring losing its sparkle? Don’t fret; it just needs a little TLC! Body oils, lotions, and everyday grime can dull the shine. Give your diamonds a monthly clean-up and your stunning sapphires a weekly pampering session.
Simply soak your jewellery in a dish of warm, soapy water (keeping it a safe distance from the sink) for about an hour. A few drops of gentle dish detergent will help break down all that pesky residue. After soaking, take an old soft toothbrush (a baby toothbrush works wonders) and gently clean around and under your gemstones. Rinse with fresh water and dry with a lint-free cloth, and voilà—just like new.
For tougher gemstones like sapphires, diamonds, and rubies, this method is just perfect. Have other gemstones in your collection? Check-in with us for specific cleaning tips. And don’t forget, you can always treat yourself to a complimentary professional cleaning at ATTIC, where we’ll give your rings a quick check-up while you wait.
Protect your finish + Gemstones
Your shiny new gold jewellery is all about that sparkling first impression. However, over time, that perfect finish may evolve into a beautifully worn sheen—a natural and lovely transformation.
To keep that shine longer, remember to remove your rings during heavy tasks like lifting weights, gardening, or washing dishes to prevent scratches and damage to the gemstones and settings. It’s best to take your jewellery off before showering or swimming, too.
When it comes to storage, treat your jewellery like the treasures they are. Store them in soft trays or lined boxes, and use pouches that will protect their surfaces from scratches. Your pieces will thank you for the extra care.
By following these simple yet effective tips, you’ll ensure that your jewellery continues to sparkle and shine for years to come. Happy caring!
