How to Care for Your Silver Jewelry: Keep It Shining for Years !
Silver jewelry is timeless—elegant, versatile, and full of personality. Whether it’s a ring you handcrafted at Krisna Silver Class Uluwatu or a special gift from someone dear, silver pieces deserve proper care to keep their shine and beauty for years to come.
With just a little attention, your silver jewelry can stay looking as radiant as the day you made or received it. Here’s how!
1. Understand Why Silver Tarnishes
First, a quick science note: Sterling silver (92.5% pure silver) naturally reacts with air, moisture, and chemicals. This can cause it to tarnish—a dark, dull layer that forms over time.
Don’t worry, it’s totally normal—and reversible! But the best care is preventative care.
2. Wear It Often
Believe it or not, wearing your silver jewelry helps prevent tarnish! Your skin’s natural oils gently polish the metal. So don’t let your silver sit too long in a drawer—let it shine on you!
3. Avoid Chemicals and Moisture
To keep your jewelry looking its best:
Remove it before swimming, showering, or exercising
Avoid contact with perfume, lotion, hairspray, or cleaning products
Don’t wear it while doing household chores
Moisture and chemicals are silver’s biggest enemies!
4. Store It Properly
When you’re not wearing your silver jewelry:
Keep it in a dry, airtight bag or jewelry box
Use anti-tarnish strips or a piece of chalk to absorb moisture
Store each piece separately to avoid scratching
5. Clean It Gently and Regularly
For regular cleaning:
Use a soft polishing cloth made for silver (never tissue or paper towels!)
For deeper cleaning, mix a few drops of mild dish soap with warm water
Gently rub the piece with a soft cloth or toothbrush, then rinse and dry
Avoid silver dips or harsh chemicals—they can damage delicate details or gold plating.
6. For Gold-Plated Silver Jewelry
If you chose the gold-plating option at our workshop, be extra gentle! Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean and avoid polishing too hard, which can wear off the gold layer.
A Little Care Goes a Long Way
ilver jewelry is meant to be worn, loved, and lived in. With these simple tips, you can keep your pieces sparkling—and full of good memories.
If you created your jewelry at Krisna Silver Class Uluwatu, you already know the joy of handmade treasure. Now you can make sure that joy lasts a lifetime.