Can 925 sterling silver get wet? Recommendations

With the arrival of the summer heat, one of the most desirable activities is going to the beach or the pool, enjoying the sun's rays and cooling off in the water. All this implies that silver jewelry can get wet and this is where the big question arises: can 925 sterling silver get wet? So that your sterling silver jewelery does not suffer any mishap this summer, we give you a series of recommendations to keep it shiny and perfect as the first day.

What is 925 sterling silver?

The first doubt that may arise when talking about dipping 925 sterling silver is what exactly is sterling silver and 925 silver. It is really the same thing, the difference is that the term sterling silver refers to the degree of purity of silver, that in Spanish legislation the minimum degree is set at 800 thousandths, and that 925 sterling silver is 925 silver (or sterling silver), that is, with a silver content of 92, 5%.

You can find more information about what 925 sterling silver is in the following article.

Can 925 sterling silver get wet?

Now that it is clear what the term 925 sterling silver refers to, we can solve the big question of whether silver can be dipped. The answer is yes, but we must qualify this statement very well.

925 sterling silver can get wet without any problem, but as long as the water with which it comes into contact does not contain chemical agents. If silver jewelry gets wet with ordinary water (when showering or splashing a few drops), nothing happens, just make sure to dry it well to avoid moisture. In salt water, some caution must be maintained, since although a priori it is not harmful (and can even help clean 925 silver), if abuse is done, the jewelery can be scratched. On the contrary, you should avoid wetting 925 sterling silver jewelry with pool, spa or spa water, as it contains chlorine and other compounds that can have negative effects on the pieces.

Take care of silver jewelry in summer

Knowing the contexts in which 925 sterling silver can get wet, it is advisable to focus on a series of tips to care for silver jewelry during the summer, since it is a time when they can be more negatively affected.

Once you have avoided swimming pools and other spaces where water has been treated with chemical agents, it is important to know that sweat can also affect 925 silver, causing it to darken a little (it never oxidizes), as can prolonged exposure to the sun. which can cause it to not look as shiny as the first day. Also the use of creams and sunscreens, essential during the summer, can damage silver pieces due to their composition.

It is also advisable to follow a series of guidelines on a regular basis (not only in summer) so that silver jewelry remains in good condition for a long time, such as:

• Store silver jewelry in a cool, dry place, where there is no moisture, and preferably separately.
• Avoid storing silver in boxes or wooden surfaces, since it is treated with chemical agents that can affect 925 silver pieces.
• Do not apply cosmetics, makeup or perfume while wearing sterling silver jewelry; better, apply the products first and then put on the jewelry.
• Clean silver jewelry frequently, with the recommended materials and dry them well when finished.

In our article on how to take care of silver jewelry, we give you a series of recommendations so that it stays shiny and perfect forever. In addition, on our website you can check all the silver news for this summer, also available in physical stores.

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