Keep the Sparkle: Your Guide to Jewellery & Watch Care
Your jewellery and watches are special and can be highly sentimental. With the right care, they can continue to look their best for years to come. In this guide, we share simple tips for cleaning, storing and caring for your favourite pieces, along with advice on professional cleaning and servicing to help protect their beauty, function and finish.
Gold Jewellery
Your gold jewellery should be cleaned and checked regularly to maintain its condition and shine. For at home care, we recommend using a Hoskings Jewellers cleaning cloth or liquid cleaner to restore its sparkle. For a deeper clean, visit us in-store for a professional jewellery cleaning service. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your gold jewellery here.
Diamond Rings & Diamond Jewellery
Your diamond rings and diamond jewellery should be cleaned and checked regularly to maintain its condition and shine. For at home care, we recommend using a Hoskings Jewellers cleaning cloth, liquid cleaner or diamond dazzle stick to restore its sparkle. For a deeper clean, visit us in-store for a complimentary professional clean. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your diamond rings and jewellery here.
Silver Filled
Silver filled jewellery is 9ct gold jewellery filled with sterling silver making it extra strong and durable. Care for your silver filled jewellery pieces the same way as regular gold jewellery.
Sterling Silver Jewellery
Sterling silver can oxidise and tarnish naturally over time. A gentle clean can easily restore its shine. For at home care, we recommend using a Hoskings Jewellers cleaning cloth or liquid cleaner to restore its sparkle. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your sterling silver jewellery here.
Bonded Jewellery
Bonded jewellery is best suited for occasional wear to maintain it’s longevity. For at home care we recommend a gentle wash at regular intervals. Avoid using any jewellery cleaners or polishing cloths. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your bonded jewellery here.
Pearls & Plated Jewellery
Pearl and plated jewellery are delicate, ensure you wear with love & care. We recommend a very gentle wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid using any jewellery cleaners or polishing cloths. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your pearls and plated jewellery here.
Stainless Steel Jewellery
Stainless steel jewellery is durable, scratch and tarnish resistant making it ideal for everyday wear. We recommend a gentle wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid using any jewellery cleaners or polishing cloths.
Watches
If cleaning at home we recommend a soft cloth and cotton buds to clean built up dirt from tiny areas. Read our full guide on caring for and cleaning your watch here.
Yellow and Rose Gold
How to wear
Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean.
How to clean
The easiest way to clean and keep your gold jewellery sparkling is to gently clean it yourself with warm soapy water. Place your jewellery in the bowl and let it soak for about 15 minutes. Use a soft bristled toothbrush to gently brush around any delicate details. Be careful not to scrub too hard or use any abrasive products, as these may cause scratches.
If your gold jewellery needs a deeper clean, you have two options. For an easy at-home clean, visit one of our friendly stores to purchase Hoskings Jewellers Gold & Jewel Liquid Jewellery Cleaner. It comes with a small brush, making it easy to gently remove built up dirt from hard to reach areas. Prefer to leave it to the experts? Our team can professionally clean your jewellery in store using ultrasonic technology to gently and effectively restore its brilliance.
How to store
It is important to properly store your gold jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your gold jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
White Gold
How to wear
Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean and try to avoid exposure to household chemicals or swimming in chlorinated water.
How to clean
The easiest way to clean and keep your white gold jewellery sparkling is to gently clean it yourself with warm soapy water. Place your jewellery in the bowl and let it soak for about 15 minutes. Use a soft bristled toothbrush to gently brush around any delicate details. Be careful not to scrub too hard or use any abrasive products, as these may cause scratches.
White gold jewellery gets its shine from a special process where it is plated with rhodium for extra lustre, sparkly & durability. The rhodium plating will dull and wear over time and requires a little extra care. We recommend professional cleaning and re-rhodium plating by one of our trusted jewellers every few years to ensure your jewellery always looks its best. Visit us in store for further information on having your precious pieces re-rhodium plated.
If your white gold jewellery requires a deeper clean, visit one of our friendly stores. Hoskings Jewellers Gold & Jewel Liquid Jewellery Cleaner provides an affordable, professional style clean at home. The liquid cleaner comes with a small brush, allowing you to gently clean built-up dirt from tiny areas. Alternatively, leave it to the experts at Hoskings Jewellers. Our professional in-store cleaning service uses the latest ultrasonic technology to gently and effectively restore the brilliance of your gold jewellery.
How to store
It is important to properly store your white gold jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your white gold jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
Diamond Rings & Diamond Jewellery
How to wear
Whilst diamonds are the hardest gemstone, it is still important to wear your diamond ring & jewellery with care. We recommend having your diamond rings checked every few years to check the settings surrounding the diamond remain secure. Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean.
How to clean
The easiest way to clean and keep your diamond rings or jewellery sparkling is to gently clean it yourself with warm soapy water. Place your jewellery in the bowl and let it soak for about 15 minutes. Use a soft bristled toothbrush to gently brush around any delicate details. Be careful not to scrub too hard or use any abrasive products, as these may cause scratches.
If your diamond rings or diamond jewellery requires a deeper clean, visit one of our friendly stores. Hoskings Jewellers Gold & Jewel Liquid Jewellery Cleaner provides an affordable, professional style clean at home. The liquid cleaner comes with a small brush, allowing you to gently clean built-up dirt from tiny areas. Alternatively, leave it to the experts at Hoskings Jewellers. Our professional in-store cleaning service uses the latest ultrasonic technology to gently and effectively restore the brilliance and shine of your diamond jewellery.
How to store
It is important to properly store your diamond rings and diamond jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your diamond jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
Sterling Silver
How to wear
Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean. Avoid exposure to household chemicals or swimming in chlorinated water.
How to clean
Your silver jewellery may naturally tarnish & oxidise over time, this can easily be removed with a Hoskings Jewellers Silver Cleaning cloth. The Hoskings Jewellers Jewellery Disposable Wipes are perfect for when you’re travelling or keeping at work, while the Hoskings Jewellers Silver Cleaning Cloth is reusable and designed for repeated use. The cloth makes cleaning convenient and easy. The cloth contains a unique formula that instantly removes dirt and tarnish and also applies an anti-tarnish formula helping your sterling silver jewellery stay untarnished for a longer time.
If your jewellery requires a deeper clean, visit one of our friendly stores. Hoskings Jewellers Silver Liquid Jewellery Cleaner provides an affordable, professional-style clean at home. The liquid cleaner comes with a small brush, allowing you to gently clean built-up dirt from tiny areas. Alternatively, leave it to the experts at Hoskings Jewellers. Our professional in-store cleaning service uses the latest ultrasonic technology to gently and effectively restore the brilliance of your sterling silver jewellery.
How to store
Contrary to popular belief, your silver jewellery is less likely to tarnish when you are wearing it. It is important to properly store your sterling silver jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your sterling silver jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
Bonded Jewellery
How to wear
Gold bonded jewellery is best suited for occasional wear. Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean. We recommend removing your gold bonded jewellery prior to bathing, showering or playing sport and avoiding exposure to household chemicals or swimming in chlorinated water.
How to clean
A gentle wash should be enough to keep your gold bonded jewellery looking good. These items should not be cleaned with liquid jewellery cleaner or polishing cloths.
How to store
It is important to properly store your gold bonded jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your gold jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
Pearls & Plated Jewellery
How to wear
Pearls and gold plated jewellery are best suited for occasional wear. Remove your jewellery at the end of each day to avoid any unnecessary wear and tear. Apply make-up, perfume and lotions before putting your jewellery on, this will help keep it clean. We recommend removing your pearls and plated jewellery prior to bathing, showering or playing sport and avoiding exposure to household chemicals or swimming in chlorinated water.
Pearls are delicate and we recommend having your pearl strands checked and re-threaded annually. Wear over time may cause the thread holding your pearls together to naturally deteriorate. It is important to have your pearls re-threaded to ensure the thread remains strong, evenly tensioned and secure. Have knots tied between each pearl to prevent loss if the string breaks
How to clean
Be extra gentle with cleaning. We recommend you wash your pearls with a softened cloth in mild soap and water to remove any perfume & hairspray residue. Avoid using any jewellery cleaners or polishing cloths.
How to store
It is important to properly store your pearls and plated jewellery to help minimise scratches. We recommend you store your pearls and plated jewellery in a cloth pouch or jewellery box with separate compartments ensuring they don’t rub or scratch each other.
Watches
How to wear
We recommend that you avoid wearing your watch in a hot shower, hot tub or any environments where it will be exposed to harsh chemicals and sudden or extreme changes to temperature. Please check the marking on the back of your watch case and refer below to confirm the appropriate use of your watch.
30M WR Suitable for accidental splashes and light rain.
50M WR Suitable for light poolside swimming, but not snorkelling or diving.
100M WR Suitable for swimming, snorkelling but not diving.
200M WR Suitable for swimming, surf, water sports and skin diving but not scuba diving.
300M WR Suitable for professional and recreational scuba diving. Pressure resistant to the depth indicated.
If you regularly use your watch in chlorine or the sea, we recommend you rinse your watch with fresh water to help prevent saltwater damage or corrosion of the watch case. Try to avoid over-exposing your watch to sandy/dirty environments.
Ideally, your watch should be pressure tested after every service or battery replacement. For optimal protection and water resistance, we recommend having your watch pressure tested annually.
How to clean a metal band
Wipe gently with a micro fibre cloth. For a deeper clean, we suggest filling a small bowl with warm water and add just a few drops of liquid soap. Gently brush with a soft bristled toothbrush to clean in between any links to remove stubborn build up or dirt. Do not brush too hard or use any abrasive products, to avoid scratching your watch, particularly if it is plated.
How to clean a leather band
Be careful not to get the band too wet, as this may damage the leather. We recommend a leather cleaner or a micro fibre cloth for a quick clean in between deep cleanings. Keeping your leather watch band conditioned is vital to maintaining your watch, as this will avoid your band getting too dry and cracking.
If your watch requires a deeper clean, bring it to our expert team at Hoskings Jewellers for assessment.
How to store
When you are not wearing your watch, we recommend storing them in a lined, watch box to keep them in pristine condition and avoid damage or scratches.
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