Sterling silver is famous for its bright, reflective finish. However, anyone who owns silver jewellery knows it can tarnish over time. Tarnishing is a completely natural chemical process called oxidation. The good news is that with a few simple habits, you can keep your sterling silver jewellery sparkling forever.
1. Store Safely in Airtight Pouches
Silver tarnishes when exposed to moisture and air. When not wearing your silver chains or necklaces, store them in dry, airtight ziplock bags. Keep them separate from other metals to prevent scratches.
2. Avoid Harsh Chemicals
Remove your silver rings, bracelets, and ornaments before swimming, bathing, or using household cleaning agents. Perfumes, hairsprays, and lotions can also accelerate oxidation, so put your jewellery on last.
3. Simple Cleaning Methods
For light cleaning, use a special microfiber silver polishing cloth. Rub in gentle, straight-line motions. If your jewellery has deep tarnish, soak it in warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap, scrub gently with a soft toothbrush, rinse thoroughly, and pat dry.
Our Quality promise
At Raani Chittroda, we apply premium anti-tarnish coatings to all our gold and silver articles. However, proper personal care ensures their lifetime polish remains intact.