Stainless steel jewelry is one of the most durable and cost-effective kinds of jewelry around. You probably already have an extensive collection of such jewelry at home, and some of them maybe look just a tad bit shabby than the time you have bought them. Never fear or hide them. Here we will tell you some practical ways about caring for stainless steel jewelry and how to clean stainless steel jewelry.

Then, can I shower with stainless steel jewelry?

This is one of the most often asked question. And the answer is yes. Stainless steel shower resistance is very high and you can easily wear it while showering. What is more jewelry metals that don’t tarnish under shower water also include gold, platinum, silver, etc. However, stainless steel is not only resistant to shower water; it can also withstand rain and many other liquids. So if you accidentally get it wet, all you have to do is dry it thoroughly. Another point worth mentioning is that you must remember not to scratch yourself when wearing jewelry when taking a bath.

On the other hand, if you’re planning to go to the swimming pool this summer, think twice before you wear your jewelry. Pool water is highly chlorinated and it is harsh to your stainless steel jewelry. So, before you jump into the pool, remove your jewels and avoid causing a reaction and tarnishing them.

Besides, stainless steel jewelry reacts badly with salted water. Stainless steel doesn’t get rusted easily but can get scratched or stained when exposed to other elements.The sand in the ocean is harsh and can scratch the surface of the steel. So we advise you to take off your jewelry before entering the ocean.

Then how to clean stainless steel jewelry?

While there are many ways to clean your stainless steel jewelry, one of the most cost-effective options is to use vinegar.

To clean your stainless-steel jewelry with vinegar you will need vinegar, water, a container, a soft cloth and a spray bottle (optional). In any container, mix one cup of white vinegar with one cup of water. From here you have two options.

-Put the mixture into a spray bottle.

For the spray bottle option: (this method is great for spot cleaning any stainless-steel jewelry)

Spray a soft, nonabrasive cloth with the mixture, and then gently rub your jewelry where it needs cleaned.

-Put the mixture into a bowl.

For the bowl option (this option is great if you have some jewelry you need to soak and any jewelry that has prongs that are hard to clean between)

Soak your jewelry in the mixture in the bowl for fifteen minutes. After fifteen minutes, take the jewelry out of the mixture. Then use water pressure (like from a sink spray option) to remove any visible particles. At last, use a soft, nonabrasive cloth to wipe the jewelry and restore the shine.