DIAMOND GALORE JEWELLERY CARE GUIDE

Every piece of Diamond Galore jewellery is made using carefully selected materials. Because each material behaves differently, your jewellery should be cared for according to what it is made from.

Following the correct care instructions will help maintain its shine, colour and finish for as long as possible.

925 Sterling Silver

925 Sterling Silver is made from 92.5% pure silver. As a genuine precious metal, sterling silver can naturally tarnish or darken over time when exposed to air, moisture, skin oils and chemicals.

How to care for it:

Store in a clean, dry place when not being worn.
Keep pieces separate where possible to prevent scratching.
Remove before swimming, showering or using cleaning products.
Avoid direct contact with perfume, hairspray, creams and other chemicals.
Gently polish with a sterling silver polishing cloth if tarnishing occurs.

Good to know: Tarnishing does not mean your jewellery is fake or damaged. It is a natural characteristic of genuine sterling silver and can usually be polished back to its original shine.

Rhodium Plated 925 Sterling Silver

Some of our sterling silver jewellery is finished with a layer of rhodium, a precious metal that gives jewellery a bright, highly polished finish and provides additional protection against tarnishing.

The rhodium layer is a surface finish and can gradually wear with regular use.

How to care for it:

Avoid perfume, creams, hairspray and harsh chemicals.
Remove before swimming, bathing and cleaning.
Clean gently using a soft, non abrasive cloth.
Avoid aggressive polishing or silver dips, as these may wear away the rhodium plating.
Store separately to minimise scratching and friction.

Good to know: Over time, rhodium plating may naturally become thinner, particularly on jewellery worn frequently. The piece can be professionally replated when required.

925 Sterling Silver Gold Vermeil

Our Gold Vermeil jewellery has a 925 Sterling Silver base coated with a layer of gold, giving you the look of gold jewellery with sterling silver underneath.

Because Gold Vermeil is plated, it requires more careful treatment than solid metal jewellery.

How to care for it:

Keep away from water wherever possible.
Remove before showering, swimming, exercising and sleeping.
Apply perfume, creams, oils and hairspray before putting your jewellery on.
Allow beauty products to dry completely before wearing your jewellery.
Do not use silver polish, abrasive cloths or harsh jewellery cleaners.
Gently wipe after wear with a soft, dry cloth.
Store individually in a pouch or jewellery box.

Good to know: Gold plating will naturally wear over time. How quickly this happens depends on how often the jewellery is worn, your skin, exposure to moisture and chemicals, and how the piece is cared for.

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel is one of our most durable and low maintenance jewellery materials. It is highly resistant to tarnishing, discolouration and everyday wear.

How to care for it:

Gently clean with a soft cloth when required.
For a deeper clean, use mild soapy water and dry thoroughly afterwards.
Avoid prolonged exposure to chlorine, bleach and harsh chemicals.
Store carefully to prevent scratching.
Although stainless steel is more water resistant than plated sterling silver, caring for it properly will help keep it looking its best for longer.

Good to know: Stainless Steel is an excellent option for customers wanting jewellery suitable for frequent everyday wear.

Lab Grown Diamonds

Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds with the same physical, chemical and optical properties as mined diamonds. The diamond itself is extremely durable, but oils, lotions and everyday products can build up on the surface and reduce its sparkle.

How to care for them:

Avoid allowing creams, makeup and hairspray to build up around the diamond.
Clean gently using warm water, mild soap and a very soft brush.
Rinse carefully and dry with a soft, lint free cloth.
Avoid harsh household chemicals.
Store diamond jewellery separately to prevent it scratching other jewellery.
Have fine jewellery checked periodically to make sure stones and settings remain secure.

Important: The care required for a lab grown diamond piece also depends on the metal the diamond is set into. Always follow the care instructions for both the diamond and its setting.

General Jewellery Care

Whatever your jewellery is made from, a few simple habits can make a significant difference:

Jewellery should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.
Avoid direct contact with perfume, lotions, hairspray and cleaning products.
Keep jewellery clean and dry when storing it.
Store pieces separately to reduce scratching and tangling.
Never use harsh or abrasive cleaning products unless they are specifically suitable for that material.
Treat delicate chains, settings and stones with care.