Jewelry Care Guides
Jewelry Care Expert Guides & Resources: Mastering the Fundamentals
Comprehensive, expert-approved guides to caring for your fine jewelry. Learn proper cleaning techniques, storage methods, professional maintenance schedules, and preservation strategies from Deeve's five-generation heritage in fine jewelry.
Why Jewelry Care Education Matters
Proper care and maintenance are essential for preserving the beauty, brilliance, and value of your fine jewelry. Whether you own gold, diamonds, pearls, emeralds, sapphires, or other precious gemstones, understanding the right cleaning techniques, storage methods, and maintenance practices ensures your treasured pieces remain stunning for generations.
Essential Jewelry Care Knowledge
Complete Guide to Gold & Diamond Care
Master the fundamentals of caring for 14K and 18K gold jewelry and lab-grown diamonds. Learn at-home cleaning methods, professional maintenance schedules, and preservation techniques.
Read Guide →White Gold vs Yellow Gold vs Rose Gold Care
Understand the unique care requirements for each gold color. Learn about rhodium plating schedules, patina management, and color-specific maintenance needs.
Read Guide →Professional Jewelry Maintenance
Discover when to see a jeweler, what professional services are available, and how to schedule maintenance. Learn about prong tightening, rhodium plating, pearl restringing, and repairs.
Read Guide →How to Clean and Care for Pearls
Learn specialized care for delicate pearls. Understand why pearls require gentle handling, proper storage, and regular restringing to maintain their lustrous beauty.
Read Guide →How to Clean and Care for Emeralds
Discover why emeralds require special care due to their brittleness and treatments. Learn safe cleaning methods and what to avoid with these precious gemstones.
Read Guide →How to Clean and Care for Turquoise
Understand the unique challenges of caring for porous turquoise. Learn why this gemstone requires exceptional care and how to prevent color changes and damage.
Read Guide →Advanced Care Topics
Sapphire and Ruby Care
Learn about caring for durable corundum gemstones. Understand ultrasonic cleaning safety, treatment considerations, and why sapphires and rubies are ideal for daily wear.
Explore →Long-Term Storage & Preservation
Master the techniques for storing jewelry you don't wear regularly. Learn about climate control, anti-tarnish solutions, and heirloom preservation strategies.
Explore →Active Lifestyle Jewelry Care
Discover how to protect fine jewelry during exercise, travel, and daily activities. Learn when to remove jewelry and quick cleaning routines for busy lifestyles.
Explore →The Deeve Care Standard
At Deeve, we're committed to helping you preserve your investment in heirloom-quality jewelry. Our five-generation expertise ensures every care recommendation is grounded in professional best practices and materials science.
- Complimentary Services: Professional cleaning, inspection, and prong tightening
- Expert Guidance: Personalized care recommendations
- Lifetime Warranty: Comprehensive coverage on all fine jewelry
- Professional Maintenance: Rhodium re-plating, pearl restringing, repairs
- Education First: Science-based care instructions
Popular Care Topics
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I clean my jewelry?
Daily wear pieces should be cleaned every 1-2 weeks with mild soap and water. Professional cleaning is recommended every 6-12 months. Learn detailed cleaning methods.
Can I wear my jewelry in the shower or while exercising?
It's best to remove jewelry before showering and always before exercise. See our active lifestyle care guide.
How do I know if my white gold needs rhodium re-plating?
Signs include yellowish tint, uneven color, or dull appearance. White gold typically needs re-plating every 1-3 years. Learn about white gold maintenance.
What's the difference between caring for diamonds vs. emeralds?
Diamonds can tolerate ultrasonic cleaning. Emeralds are brittle and require gentle soap and water only. See our emerald care guide.
How should I store jewelry I don't wear regularly?
Store in individual soft pouches in a cool, dry place. Use anti-tarnish strips and inspect every 3-6 months. Read our storage guide.
When should I take my jewelry to a professional jeweler?
Schedule annual inspections minimum, or immediately if you notice loose stones or damaged prongs. Learn about professional services.
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