How to Clean Garnets
Garnets, traditionally the birthstone for January, are known for their red color. However, there are also garnets that are orange, green and blue, and some are rather iridescent and change color in different lighting. Garnets are one of the only gemstones that do not require any enhancement to bring out their beauty, other than cutting. With some preventative care and a few household items, cleaning your garnet is quick and easy. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Preventative Care
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Put your garnet jewelry on after you have finished applying makeup, lotion and hairspray. This will help protect your garnet from chemicals and will keep it from getting dirty.
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Take your jewelry off before washing your hands to help prevent soap residue from accumulating.
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Protect your garnet from high temperatures; do not use a steam cleaner. This will help prevent the garnet from the fracturing that can happen from exposure to high temperatures.
Cleaning
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Use warm water with a small amount of mild soap and a soft brush to clean your garnet.
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Rinse the garnet thoroughly with warm water.
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Dry with a soft cloth or towel.
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Tips & Warnings
Using an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner is another option for cleaning your garnet, unless it is the demantoid variety, which is a clear green color and does not tolerate the ultrasonic cleaning.
