At Bellman’s, we want your jewelry to look as beautiful years from now as the day you first put it on. A little bit of mindful care goes a long way in protecting your pieces from unnecessary damage. Here are some helpful tips:

• Keep cleaning simple. At home, use a small amount of mild dish soap (like Dawn) with a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently scrub your jewelry, then rinse thoroughly with water.
  
• Handle with care around chemicals. Avoid wearing your rings while cleaning. Harsh substances like bleach can permanently damage gold, leaving chemical burns that cannot be repaired.
  
• Watch out for chlorine. Rings should always be removed before swimming in chlorinated pools or relaxing in hot tubs, as chlorine can weaken gold and cause irreversible damage.
  
• Remove jewelry during manual work. Household chores, gardening, or heavy lifting can scratch or bend delicate pieces and can even put you at risk of injury.
  
• Care for soft stones. Pearls, opals, and other delicate stones should be the last thing you put on when getting ready and the first thing you take off at the end of the day.
  
• Make a loose ring fit safely. If a ring feels too big, plastic sizing coils are a temporary fix until you can bring it in to us for resizing.
  
• If a ring gets stuck. A spritz of Windex can help your finger shrink slightly so the ring slips off. If it still won’t budge, it’s best to come see us so we can safely remove it for you.
  

With these simple steps, your jewelry will remain as timeless and brilliant as the moments it represents. And when in doubt, Bellman’s is always here to help you care for the pieces you treasure most.