How to Clean Diamonds

If diamonds are your best friends, treat them accordingly. Regular cleaning will keep your jewels sparkling.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dishwashing Liquid
• Dishwashing Liquid
• Toothbrushes
• Small Bowls
• Paper Towels
• Paper Towels
• Paper towels

Soapy Solution

1. Take a small bowl and mix a small amount of mild dish detergent with warm water until sudsy.

2. Dip the item to be cleaned into the solution.

3. Dip a soft toothbrush into the cleaning solution, and gently brush the item.

4. Rinse in warm running water.

5. Pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Ammonia Solution

6. Take a small bowl and mix a solution of 6 parts water to 1 part ammonia.

7. Dip the item to be cleaned into the solution.

8. Dip a soft toothbrush into the cleaning solution, and gently brush the item.

9. Pay special attention to the backs of stones and their mountings, areas that tend to collect dirt and oils.

10. Rinse in warm running water.

11. Pat dry with a soft lint-free cloth.

Tips & Warnings

• For especially soiled diamonds, mix a solution of half cold water and half ammonia in a small bowl. Let the item soak in the solution for 30 minutes, then gently brush the item with a soft toothbrush. Rinse in warm running water and allow the item to air dry on paper towels.
• Be sure to use the ammonia and ammonia-water solution only in a well-ventilated area, and avoid inhaling the ammonia solution directly.

[alrz07]

on 5/10/2009 i personally would recommend using WINDEX on diamond watches because it really does do the trick. i first take off the bands from the watch and place it on top of a few napkins. then i spray the windex on the watch a few times and let it settle for about two minutes. then take a soft toothbrush and spray the bristles down with windex and clean the diamonds down good. then i personally wash the watch down with bottled water. you will notice the BLING immediately!

[jonny4u2]

on 4/6/2009 i think i found a good info regarding diamonds on jewelryunder99.com... check it out ig u need more help.

[pda310]

on 3/22/2009 I've tried a lot of different jewelry cleaners but the best result was found purely by accident. I had forgotten to remove my rings while cleaning the shower... the soap scum remover worked like a charm on my diamond! Wbat sparkle!

[Eternallygr8ful]

on 9/30/2008 I drop my gold and diamond rings in a ½" of mouthwash for a couple minutes every morning while I shower and they sparkle like new EVERY TIME!

[milkywaydiamond]

on 8/14/2008 Yeah, both of the solutions really works out.

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