How to clean gold-plated jewelry?

Gold-plated jewelry provides an affordable, yet lush-looking accessory that will jealously be mistaken for real gold jewellery - but you'll have to take care of it to retain its beauty and here's how. But, How to clean gold-plated jewelry?

In this Pompeii3 guide, we offer some tips on how to clean and care for these pieces so they can remain in the best and brightest conditions.

Step-by-Step Guide for Cleaning Gold-Plated Jewelry

1. Gather Supplies for Cleaning

Before beginning cleaning, ensure you have these supplies:

• Mild dish soap
• warm water
• a soft cloth
• Soft bristle toothbrush
• cotton swab

2. Combine Cleaning Solutions

Mix warm water with mild dish soap in a bowl; avoid making it too hot, as that could damage gold plating.

3. Soaking Your Jewelry

Treat it to a simple solution of soapy water and let it soak for 10-15 minutes to remove any dirt, oil or residue. This should do the trick!

4. Carefully Clean Jewelry

Brush jewellery with a soft-bristled toothbrush or cotton swab, if necessary, to remove dirt and dust particles. But avoid rubbing it too hard, which can scratch and remove its gold plating, not to mention any safety coating. Take time to clean small crevices and tight places, common in engagement rings or wedding ring sets, where only a special cloth can reach with cleaning solutions.

5. Rinse and Dry

Once cleaned, rinse your jewelry under warm running water to remove any soap residue before patting dry with a soft, lint-free cloth or soft fabric lint remover cloth (paper towels can damage gold plating surfaces).

Tips to Care for Gold-Plated Jewelry

1. Do Not Come Into Contact with Harsh Chemicals

Household products that you use daily, perfumes and lotions and hairspray fall in this category as chemicals which can eventually tarnish gold plating and cause it to break down over time, leading to a duller appearance. Always put jewellery on last after makeup, hairspray and perfume.

2. Store Your Jewelry Correctly

Store gold-plated jewelry carefully to avoid scratches and tarnishing by keeping pieces separated - especially chains such as gold chains - within soft pouches or lined jewelry boxes. Doing this may prevent pieces from tangling together and scratching each other when stored together, helping avoid both potential tangling issues.

3. Take Care Before Any Physical Activities

Before working out or participating in activities that would cause you to sweat or be exposed to water, such as swimming, we do not recommend tarnishing it and it likely could tarnish even more.

Why Select Pompeii3 for Gold-Plated Jewelry

At Pompeii3, our stunning selection of gold-plated jewelry is carefully designed for long-term care and enjoyment. Choose from cross necklaces, wedding ring sets, and gold engagement rings; each high-quality piece combines style and affordability - plus, with our expert tips on maintenance we ensure it remains just as beautiful as when first purchased!

As you shop our large and diverse gold-plated pieces of jewellery, you will discover the unique value that Pompeii3 brings without ever sacrificing quality. You can feel the difference right now as you navigate through this treasure chest.

Final Thoughts

How to clean gold-plated jewelry?  Caring does not have to be a complex process or will consume a lot of time. Based on the methods of treatment and care it is possible to maintain its brightness and at the same time extend its life. The golden rules are careful washing and proper storage.

Visit Pompeii3 for tips and a wide variety of beautiful gold-plated jewelry, ranging from gold chains to gold engagement rings - we offer something suitable for everyone!