Your Jewelry Deserves the Best Care
Jewelry isn’t just an accessory—it’s a reflection of special moments, meaningful connections, and everyday beauty. At chip+chisel, we create everyday jewelry that’s easy to wear, effortlessly stylish, and made to be meaningful. Our pieces are crafted with 14kt gold filled, 14kt rose gold filled, and sterling silver, the same high-quality metals we use in our permanent jewelry collection. And with a little care, they’ll last a lifetime!
How to Keep Your Jewelry Looking Brand New
Your jewelry goes with you everywhere - it deserves a little love! Here’s how to keep it shining:
1. Wear Your Sterling Silver Regularly
Believe it or not, sterling silver stays brighter when worn daily! Your skin’s natural oils help prevent tarnishing, so the best way to keep it looking its best is to wear it often.
Noticing your sterling silver tarnishing faster than expected?
Tarnishing is a natural reaction, but some people may notice their sterling silver darkening more quickly than others. This often comes down to skin pH and acidity levels. Higher acidity can cause oxidation to occur at a faster rate, leading to tarnish or discoloration. Factors like sweat, diet, medications, and skincare products can all play a role. But don’t worry - tarnish isn’t permanent! A simple polish will bring your piece back to its original shine. If a polishing cloth just isn't cutting it, this is our favorite sterling silver cleaner.
2. Keep It Dry
Sweat, sprays, soaps, lotions, etc. can cause buildup or speed up oxidation - especially with sterling silver.
- Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, or applying products.
- Avoid exposing pieces to household chemicals or saltwater.
3. Store It Properly
Air exposure and high humidity causes tarnishing, so proper storage is key.
- Keep pieces in a soft pouch or plastic sleeve when not worn.
- Keep pieces separate to avoid scratching.
4. Clean It Regularly
A little maintenance goes a long way!
For gold-filled & rose gold-filled jewelry: Wipe with a soft cloth or a gentle gold cleaner to restore its original shine.
For sterling silver: Use a silver polishing cloth or gentle silver cleaner to remove tarnish.
Our Favorite Jewelry Cleaners!
Want an easy way to keep your pieces looking flawless? Check out our favorite gold-filled and sterling silver jewelry cleaners.
Why Gold Filled & Sterling Silver?
Our designs are made to last. Gold filled jewelry has 100x more gold than plated jewelry, making it durable for everyday wear without the worry of fading. Sterling silver is timeless and, with proper care, will stay beautiful for years to come.
Jewelry care doesn’t have to be complicated! A little attention to how you wear, store, and clean your pieces will keep them looking stunning for years. Whether it’s your favorite birth flower necklace, stacked gold-filled bracelets, or a sterling silver keepsake, these simple steps ensure your jewelry shines as bright as your memories.
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