How to Care for Your Diamond Jewelry
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Diamonds are the hardest natural material on earth, but they still get dirty, and the gold around them can wear. A few simple habits keep your jewelry looking new for decades. This applies equally to lab-grown and natural diamonds.
Why diamonds lose their sparkle
Diamonds attract oil. Lotion, soap, hairspray and natural skin oils build a thin film on the stone. That film blocks light, so the diamond looks dull. It is not damaged. It just needs cleaning.
How to clean diamond jewelry at home
- Mix warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap.
- Soak the piece for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Gently brush behind the stones with a soft toothbrush, where dirt collects.
- Rinse in clean warm water. Close the sink drain first.
- Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Avoid bleach, chlorine and harsh chemicals. They can damage gold and settings. Ultrasonic cleaners are fine for solid diamond pieces, but skip them for pieces with other gemstones, or for any stone you think may be loose.
When to take your jewelry off
- Swimming in pools or hot tubs (chlorine)
- Gym, sports and heavy lifting
- Cleaning with household chemicals
- Gardening and heavy work with your hands
- Applying lotion, perfume or hairspray. Put jewelry on last.
Storage
Diamonds can scratch other jewelry, and even other diamonds. Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or a lined box. Keep tennis bracelets closed and laid flat so the links do not tangle.
Check the prongs and clasp
A few times a year, look closely at the prongs. If a stone moves or catches on fabric, stop wearing the piece and have it checked. For bracelets, make sure the clasp and safety latch close firmly.
Gold-plated silver pieces
14K gold-plated sterling silver is beautiful but more delicate than solid gold. Keep it dry, avoid perfume on the metal, and wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing.
Our lifetime warranty
Every Diamond Leaders piece is covered by our lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Ring resizing for sizes 4 to 8 is free. If something is not right, call us in New York at +1 (646) 513-2538.
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