Here are some homemade cleaning agent recipes for cleaning stone bracelets:
Mild soapy water cleaner
Formula: Mix a small amount of dishwashing liquid with warm water to make a detergent. The ratio of dishwashing liquid to warm water should not exceed 1:3.
Applicable scenarios: It is particularly suitable for gold and silver jewelry, and can also be used for some harder jade bracelets, such as jadeite, etc.
Usage method: Soak the bracelet in the prepared solution for a few minutes, then scrub it with a small-headed soft-bristled toothbrush. If the bracelet is very dirty, you can extend the soaking time or leave it overnight. Finally, rinse it clean in another container filled with warm water.
Baking soda cleaner
Recipe: Boil some hot water, place an aluminum foil in a bowl, pour in the hot water, and then mix in 1 tablespoon each of baking soda, salt and dishwashing liquid.
Applicable situations: It is suitable for some common metal or relatively hard gemstone bracelets. However, baking soda may scratch relatively soft stones or metals, and water that is too hot is not suitable for certain gemstones. Caution should be exercised when using it.
Usage method: Place the bracelet on the aluminum foil and let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes. Then rinse with cold water, gently pat dry, and wipe with a paper towel or soft cloth. New cleaning solution should be prepared for each cleaning.
Vinegar cleaner
Recipe: Add a small amount of vinegar to warm water.
Applicable situations: It can be used for jade bracelets such as Hetian jade, but do not use this method for soft, porous gemstones and electroplated jewelry, as the acidity of vinegar may cause damage to them.
Usage method: Soak the bracelet in the prepared solution, gently brush the surface of the bracelet with a soft-bristled brush, then rinse it clean with clear water, and finally dry it gently with a clean soft cloth.
Lemon salt paste cleaner
Recipe: Mix lemon juice and salt to form a paste.
Applicable scenarios: It is suitable for copper jewelry. For some stone bracelets, if there are copper decorations or inlays on the surface, it can also be tried, but it needs to be tested in an inconspicuous place first.
Usage method: Gently brush the bracelet with a small-headed soft-bristled toothbrush and let it stand for five minutes. Then polish it with the cut surface of the lemon, rinse it with water and dry it with a lint-free cloth.
Developer powder cleaner
Formula: Mix 1 packet of developing powder with 1 liter of water evenly.
Applicable situations: It can be used for some common metal or gemstone bracelets. However, if the bracelet material is special or has special inlays, it should be used with caution.
Usage method: Immerse the bracelet in the solution for 3 to 5 minutes, then take it out. Rinse the solution thoroughly with clean water and gently wipe off the dirt with a clean soft cloth. If the dirt in the bracelet pattern is not removed thoroughly, you can use an old toothbrush dipped in soapy water to scrub it.
