Tiffany Silver Refinishing

 

Tiffany Silver Refinishing

A beautiful piece of sterling silver jewelry can become a treasured family heirloom if it is properly cared for. Unfortunately, over time your jewelry can develop a dulling or tarnish that detracts from its beauty. Thankfully, a few simple steps can help restore your jewelry to its original luster.

Before attempting to clean your Tiffany silver, be sure to carefully read the manufacturer's guidelines for cleaning and care. Many DIY strategies for removing tarnish, such as using baking soda and aluminum foil, can damage your jewelry. If you are not comfortable using DIY methods, contact a jeweler for professional advice and services.

The Tiffany name is synonymous with quality and elegance. From jewelry to home objects, Tiffany has been a leading producer of sterling silver designs for over 100 years. Today, the company continues to set new standards for style and craftsmanship. Their silver is displayed in the world's premier museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Whether you own an antique Tiffany bracelet or one of the company's modern pieces, it is important to keep your jewelry clean and lustrous. Regular cleanings will keep your pieces tarnish-free and will extend the life of the item. While it is possible to clean Tiffany bracelets at home, you may want to consider taking your items to a professional for a thorough and safe cleaning.

Cleaning Your Tiffany Silver

The most common cause of tarnishing in sterling ティファニーシルバー 仕上げ直し加工  is exposure to abrasive chemicals and substances. When your jewelry is exposed to salt, chlorine, sulfur, humidity, perspiration, cosmetics, household bleach and other abrasive materials it can begin to tarnish. In addition, abrasive cleaners can scratch the surface of your jewelry, leaving it dull and scratchy.

To prevent tarnishing, it is best to store your jewelry in a cool, dry area. It is also recommended that you polish your silver jewelry regularly, using a Tiffany jewelry polishing cloth or specialized sterling silver cleaner. In most cases, a tarnished Tiffany bracelet can be saved from oxidation with a light rub down with the cloth or cleaner.

If you are interested in having your jewelry professionally cleaned, Tiffany's offers complimentary professional in-store sparkle-ups for most of their pieces. They will also take care of a variety of other repairs, such as repairing broken chains and clasps, re-stringing pearls, and replacing missing stones. You can visit any Tiffany store to request a service or complete an online form on the company's website. The company will then email a repair estimate to you. Then, you can decide if you want to proceed with the repairs. If you decide to proceed, the company will send a secure shipping label and a packing slip to your address, and will notify you of when your repaired jewelry will be ready for pick-up. The company will also provide a tracking number so that you can monitor the status of your jewelry throughout its return trip to you.