JEWELRY CLEANING

How to Clean Olmox Filigree Jewelry: The Official Care Guide

As filigree jewelry is intricately crafted, proper care must be taken to keep it clean and shiny. Please follow these simple steps for your sterling silver*

Warning: Yellow, white, or rose gold plated jewelry should NOT be subjected to this cleaning procedure.

Quick Answer: How to clean sterling silver filigree To safely clean Olmox sterling silver filigree jewelry, mix warm water with a mild, chlorine-free soap. Gently scrub the intricate silver surfaces using a soft brass wire brush or toothbrush to create a rich lather. Rinse thoroughly under warm running water and dry completely with a clean towel. Warning: Never use this scrubbing or boiling method on yellow, white, or rose gold-plated jewelry.

Routine Cleaning for Olmox Silver Filigree

Because our handcrafted filigree jewelry is intricately woven, routine maintenance keeps the silver bright and prevents tarnish buildup in the crevices.

1. Prepare the water: Pour one cup of water into a small container.

2. Add mild soap: Choose a mild, chlorine-free liquid soap (hand soap or dish soap works perfectly).

3. Wet the brush: Dip a soft toothbrush or a brass wire brush into the water, then add a few drops of soap directly to the bristles.

4. Scrub the filigree: Gently scrub all surfaces of the jewelry. Apply enough pressure to get the bristles deep into the crevices and holes of the filigree wire (you should generate a lot of foam).

5. Rinse thoroughly: Hold the jewelry under fresh, warm running water to remove all soap residue, then shake off excess water.

6. Dry completely: Use a soft, clean towel to pat the jewelry dry.

Deep Cleaning: The Boiling Method for Tarnished Silver

When your silver filigree requires a heavy-duty reset to remove stubborn tarnish, use this stovetop method. Note: If your piece contains a gemstone, do not boil it; rely on the routine brushing method instead.

1. 1. Heat the water: Warm water in a small pot or saucepan.

   2. Create the solution: Add a few drops of mild soap, chlorine-free detergent, or baking soda. Mix well to create foam.

   3. Boil the jewelry: Submerge the silver jewelry and let it simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until it boils.

   4. Scrub the details: Carefully remove the jewelry. Dip a toothbrush or brass wire brush into the soapy water and scrub the filigree crevices to lift out the loosened tarnish.

   5. Rinse and dry: Rinse under warm running water, shake off the excess, and dry thoroughly with a clean towel.

Enjoy your shiny clean jewelry

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Best Practices for Preventing Filigree Tarnish

While filigree is structurally strong, silver naturally reacts to environmental chemicals. Follow these preventative tips:

• Order of operations: Always apply makeup, lotions, hairsprays, and perfumes before putting on your jewelry. Wash your hands before handling your pieces.

• Avoid water exposure: Remove jewelry before swimming in chlorinated pools or saltwater, which accelerate tarnishing.

• Avoid household chemicals: Do not expose your jewelry to harsh cleaning chemicals during housework.

• Protect from impact: Remove rings and bracelets before heavy lifting or rough physical work to prevent crushing the delicate wirework.

• Proper storage: Store pieces individually in their original Olmox pouches or hang them securely to avoid scratching and entanglement.