Chains, rings, bracelets, and other jewelry can be ideally cleaned with an ultrasonic device to remove fine dirt particles. The ultrasonic waves generated by the device can particularly reach delicate and intricate areas as well as engraved indentations, which is hardly possible with conventional cleaning methods. Real jewelry made of silver, gold, platinum, or other precious metals is especially suitable for regular cleaning in an ultrasonic device. We explain what you should consider in this blog post.
Cleaning Jewelry with an Ultrasonic Device
You can safely clean pure precious metal jewelry in an ultrasonic bath. However, other pieces of jewelry should under no circumstances be treated with ultrasonic waves. These include, for example, jewelry with pearls or stones. Pearl necklaces and jewelry with pearl settings can be damaged by the vibrations of the ultrasound.
Jewelry with glued or attached decorative elements should also not be cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner. The adhesive can loosen or even completely dissolve due to the fine vibrations. High-quality jewelry with gemstones should also not be cleaned with ultrasound, as the stones can be damaged.
Likewise unsuitable for ultrasonic cleaning are lacquered jewelry and jewelry with oiled stones.
Cleaning Jewelry with Ultrasound – What You Should Consider
If you want to clean jewelry with an ultrasonic device, you should know the nature of your pieces. Observe the advice mentioned above to avoid damage. If you are unsure, seek expert advice.
For cleaning with an ultrasonic device, you should use an appropriate cleaning agent. Not every additive is suitable for every material. Simple pieces of jewelry without stone settings or delicate embellishments can also be cleaned with a drop of dish soap. This also ensures shine and cleanliness. After cleaning, you should rinse and dry the jewelry thoroughly. Depending on the type of jewelry, subsequent polishing may be necessary.
