About White Gold

By Shari Evans


White gold looks so elegant and compatible with a diamond that it is gaining popularity over yellow gold. In both wedding and engagement rings, white gold is much preferred by both men and women due to its versatility and ability to make diamonds look more brilliant. In order to preserve and protect its beauty and durability, it is important for white gold jewelry wearers to be aware of different facts about it and steps on how they can maintain its color and shine.

How to Take Care of White Gold Jewelry

The natural color of gold is yellow while white gold is usually pale yellow in color. The reason why it becomes shinier and white is because of rhodium plating. Rhodium is a white and a durable metal which protects the gold and enhances its appearance. If you wear white gold jewelry more frequently, it is recommendable for you to have it plated with rhodium for up to twice per year to maintain its appearance.

White gold may be damaged because of different chemicals in our surroundings or household. To be safe, remove the jewelry before swimming or working in your home. Harsh chemicals can cause the white gold to deteriorate and inflict an irreparable damage. When it comes to the storing of white gold, place them separately on different bags to avoid scratches. Make use of a cottony soft cloth to ensure its safety while being kept and place them in a jewelry box.

How to Clean White Gold

There are many chemicals that can potentially harm your white gold in long term. Make a research about those and avoid them from having a direct contact with the jewelry. If you want to clean it, go to your local jeweler first or the boutique where you have bought the jewelry and ask about the correct cleaning solution for white gold. It is important for you to use the right cleaner for this particular kind of metal to protect its overall quality.

To be perfectly safe, water, gentle soap and a soft brush can help you through this easy job of cleaning white gold jewelry. Place a half cup of lukewarm water in a cup or a small bowl then add the soap and mix. Let the jewelry be soaked in the mixture for about fifteen minutes. Afterwards, remove it from the solution and scrub it with the brush gently. Rinse it with warm water and make use of a cloth made out of cotton for drying.




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