>How to Keep Silver Jewelry Shiny
Written by sudha on March 14, 2009>
The Best Way to Store Silver Jewelry
First, we all know that silver tarnishes. It oxidizes. So the key is to prevent this process. Some of the ideas are common sense, others take a bit more thought.
Wood and wood products react with silver. That means if you store your silver touching wood, cardboard or paper, it will tarnish faster. Usually, you will see recommendations on keeping your silver in anti-tarnish paper and sealed air-tight plastic bags. This is the reason why. You want to have your sterling silver to NOT be exposed to air as that is why it tarnishes. You also want to be certain you dry your jewelry (with cotton!) first as if there is moisture in the bag your efforts will be in vain.
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Next, silver and chemicals interact. That means when you put on that hairspray or perfume, it may react with your rings. So always put on jewelry after you apply your makeup, perfume and hairspray and it has fully dried. Conversely, remove your jewelry before removing your makeup as the removal process also has chemicals.
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