Tips and Tricks to Care for your Diamonds – Keep it Clean and Sparkling

Even though diamonds are the hardest known substance on Earth, it does require regular maintenance. Diamonds tend to lose their sparkling appeal over a period of time if not cared for properly.

Given how expensive these rare stones are, you should have knowledge about how to maintain its luster. After all, these are special and sentimental purchases which should stay as good as new for years!

Let’s understand how to easily care for your precious diamonds and keep them shiny and radiant.

Handle the diamonds gently

The less you touch the diamond, the better. Grease from your fingers can form a layer on it, making it appear dull.

Diamonds should not be worn when you are applying lotions, hairsprays and other chemical products. Apart from this, avoid wearing diamond jewellery when you are doing your regular household chores to avoid dust and grease settling on it,

Clean the diamonds regularly

If you’re wondering how to clean diamonds, there are many easy ways to do it. You can clean it whenever you see your diamonds getting dull or for regular maintenance, you can clean your diamonds once a month.

Here are the best and safest ways to clean your diamond rings, necklaces and jewellery

Use Baking Soda

Baking soda is a versatile ingredient that can be used outside of the kitchen for many purposes. To clean your diamonds, take

❖ 1 cup of hot water and add ½ tablespoons of baking soda.

❖ Immerse your diamond jewellery in the solution for almost 10 minutes

❖ Rinse well and wipe it dry with a soft cotton towel.

Wipe with a soft cloth

Another reason to love diamonds as an investment is that in case of any emergency, you will be able to quickly exchange the diamonds for cash. Compare this to stocks, property or even fixed deposits, which are process-intensive if you decide to liquidate it. Anyone can rely on the value of natural diamonds on a rainy day.

If you wear the diamonds every day, you can simply make it a habit to wipe it with a soft cotton cloth every 1 or 2 days. This will remove the oil, grease and dust that settle on it. Wiping regularly will avoid the cloudy look and will help maintain the sparkle.

Professional Cleaning

Another way to clean diamonds and diamond jewellery is by skipping the DIY and letting professionals handle it. Go to your nearest diamond jeweler or retailer and ask them for a professional diamond cleaning.

This is a safe way of getting the job done. Plus, if you do not have time to maintain your diamonds and keep them clean, professionals can come to the rescue.

Keep the diamonds sparkling

Cleaning and shining your diamond are two different things. This brings us to the part where we advise you on how to keep diamonds sparkling.

Soaking your diamond jewellery in a glass of club soda overnight gives it a sparkling shine the next day. Make sure you do not mix different jewellery with diamonds.

According to a claim in Reader’s Digest, you can soak diamonds in Vodka for 5 minutes and rinse with water to bring its shine back.

Avoid exposure to high temperatures

Do not expose the diamonds to direct sunlight for a long period of time. Ensure wherever you are storing the diamonds, it is not exposed to high temperatures.

It should not be anywhere near heat emitting items like microwaves, room heaters and so on.

Store them carefully

To maintain your diamonds, you need to store them carefully. It needs to be protected not only against theft but also against damage. Diamonds should not rub against other diamonds or gemstones.

Actually they should not rub against anything harsh. Store each piece individually wrapped in a soft cloth. The best option is to have a fabric-lined jewellery case where each piece is stored separately and keep the box in a cool and dry place.

We understand the value of brilliance!

Being one of the diamond manufacturers in India Royal Diam understands the value of brilliance. We are passionate about the art and craftsmanship that goes in making and caring for diamonds. All our natural diamonds are ethically sourced and sustainably managed.

To deliver quality to our customers, we have a standardized operating process based on ‘one person one diamond’ that ensures every diamond is subjected to the same quality treatment.

Each diamond we sell comes with an In-House ‘Faith’ grading certification along with the third-party certification from GIA, IGI, HRD, GSI, GSL, NGTC upon request.

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About Us

ROYAL DIAM is a Diamond manufacturing and exporting firm of India, established in 1991. The firm has its high standard diamond-processing unit based in city of diamonds, Surat.

Discover the brilliance of ROYAL DIAM, a renowned manufacturer and supplier of larger size (0.50Cts) diamonds in an exquisite array of Round and Fancy shapes. With a constant drive for innovation, ROYAL DIAM excels in crafting Cushions, Hearts, Emeralds, and Radiants, alongside traditional shapes like Marquise, Pear, Oval, and Princess, on a larger scale. Our commitment lies in maximizing the diamond's FIRE, BRILLIANCE, & SCINTILLATION while ensuring cost efficiency at every level. By staying at the forefront of industry developments, we continuously improve our products to exceed customer expectations.

In 1992-93, we established our first diamond cutting and manufacturing unit in Mumbai, focusing on processing rough diamonds of 10 carats and above. As our product segment expanded, we began producing 2-10 carats rough size in 1996. To further enhance our manufacturing capabilities, we set up a cutting and polishing unit equipped with cutting-edge technologies in Surat in 2003-04. Our Surat-based manufacturing unit, comprising a dedicated team of 120 skilled professionals, strives tirelessly to create the perfect diamonds for you.

Experience the magnificence of ROYAL DIAM's diamonds, meticulously crafted to captivate your senses and adorn your precious moments with unmatched beauty.

Discover the brilliance of ROYAL DIAM, a renowned manufacturer and supplier of larger size (0.50Cts) diamonds in an exquisite array of Round and Fancy shapes. With a constant drive for innovation, ROYAL DIAM excels in crafting Cushions, Hearts, Emeralds, and Radiants, alongside traditional shapes like Marquise, Pear, Oval, and Princess, on a larger scale. Our commitment lies in maximizing the diamond's FIRE, BRILLIANCE, & SCINTILLATION while ensuring cost efficiency at every level. By staying at the forefront of industry developments, we continuously improve our products to exceed customer expectations.

In 1992-93, we established our first diamond cutting and manufacturing unit in Mumbai, focusing on processing rough diamonds of 10 carats and above. As our product segment expanded, we began producing 2-10 carats rough size in 1996. To further enhance our manufacturing capabilities, we set up a cutting and polishing unit equipped with cutting-edge technologies in Surat in 2003-04. Our Surat-based manufacturing unit, comprising a dedicated team of 120 skilled professionals, strives tirelessly to create the perfect diamonds for you.

Experience the magnificence of ROYAL DIAM's diamonds, meticulously crafted to captivate your senses and adorn your precious moments with unmatched beauty.