Jewellery CarE
Every product is hand made by Will Odell and therefore unique. There will be slight variations between two similar pieces. These are what form the unique character of the work. The customer is responsible for the care of the work.
Jewellery does need to be cleaned and checked regularly. We do understand that living busy lives this can be overlooked. Therefore we do offer a cleaning service to clean your jewellery check the stones and settings and polish and plate if needed. This service starts at £30.
Please contact us directly if you’d like to arrange sending some of you Will Odell Designs Jewellery for a health check. Please allow up to 14 working days for us to complete and return your jewellery. We are more than happy to work to your requirements if urgent cleaning is required.
CARING FOR YOU JEWELLERY AT HOME
When not wearing you jewellery we recommend that you store it in separate boxes or wrapped in acid free tissue paper. With necklaces & pendants it’s best to fasten the clasp and lay them flat.
Remove your jewellery before engaging in practical activities. Bracelets and rings should be removed before doing any manual labour like gardening or housework. This will ensure that your jewellery does not get accidentally damaged, and avoid harsh chemicals.
Jewellery does need to be cleaned and checked regularly. We do understand that living busy lives this can be overlooked. Therefore we do offer a cleaning service starting at £30, to clean your jewellery check the stones and settings and polish and plate if needed.
Please contact us directly if you’d like to arrange sending some of you Will Odell Designs Jewellery for a health check. Please allow up to 14 working days for us to complete and return your jewellery. We are more than happy to work to your requirements if urgent cleaning is required.
We recommend cleaning your jewellery using lukewarm soapy water and a soft brush and then finish by polishing with a soft polishing cloth to prevent the natural process of tarnishing.
18K GOLD
To prevent damage to your white, yellow or rose gold jewellery, we recommend you store it safely away from other pieces to avoid unnecessary scratches. Gold should be kept away from harsh chemicals, such as cleaning and beauty products, to avoid discolouration to the metal.
All our 18k white gold has been plated with a white rhodium finish, this is a layer of plating applied to the metal to emphasise the bright white finish of the metal and can be especially susceptible to discolouration when brought into contact with chemicals. Should this occur, you can bring these pieces To Will Odell where we can offer you a rhodium plating service to bring back that white shine.
SILVER JEWELLERY
Silver jewellery will naturally tarnish over time, the amount of tarnishing (oxidation) that occurs is dependent on the skin and care habits of the wearer.
CARING FOR YOUR PRECIOUS STONES
DIAMONDS
Diamonds are well known for their hardness on the Mohs scale, however they can still be chipped or cracked when knocked and care should be taken to avoid harsh contact when worn. Diamonds can be easily cleaned using a small amount of liquid soap in hot water and dried using a lint-free cloth to remove any dirt and grease to bring back its shine.
EMERALDS
Emeralds are infamous for their history and the deep luscious green colour is one that cannot be matched by another stone. They are even more precious due to the care that needs
SAPPHIRES & RUBIES
Porous gemstones, also including amber, turquoise, opals and pearls can be stained by oils or liquids, so it’s important to avoid contact with face creams, lotions and household chemicals. Wash porous gemstones in lukewarm water and polish with a lint-free soft cloth.