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  • STAINLESS STEEL VS STERLING SILVER: WHICH IS BETTER?

    Whether stainless steel or sterling silver jewellery is better for you will depend on what you are looking for. Both types of jewellery have their unique characteristics, pros and cons. Stainless steel jewellery is known for its durability, corrosion & tarnish resistance, hypoallergenic properties & affordability. Whilst sterling silver jewellery is known for its bright…

  • STAINLESS STEEL VS STERLING SILVER: WHICH IS BETTER?

    Whether stainless steel or sterling silver jewellery is better for you will depend on what you are looking for. Both types of jewellery have their unique characteristics, pros and cons. Stainless steel jewellery is known for its durability, corrosion & tarnish resistance, hypoallergenic properties & affordability. Whilst sterling silver jewellery is known for its bright…

  • STAINLESS STEEL VS SURGICAL STEEL JEWELLERY: WHICH IS BETTER?

    Stainless steel and surgical steel are two types of metals whose names get used interchangeably. Surgical steel is a type of stainless steel that is suitable for medical applications. Surgical steel falls within stainless steel, however, not all stainless steel is surgical grade. Both stainless steel jewellery are exceptionally resistant to corrosion, resistant to rusting &…

  • IS BRUSHED OR POLISHED STAINLESS STEEL BETTER FOR JEWELLERY? 

    Brushed stainless steel has a more matte finish and is less reflective. Whilst polished stainless steel has a mirror-like finish.  In general, polished stainless steel will be more durable and resistant to tarnishing and corrosion. This is because it will have a smaller surface area in comparison to brushed stainless steel. Often, impurities & dirt…

  • HOW DO YOU CLEAN STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY?

    There are many different methods you can clean your stainless steel jewellery. One of the easiest ways is to use a mixture of dish soap and warm water. For a more abrasive clean to get rid of tough-to-get dirt, you can use toothpaste or baking soda with a bit of water. For a more convenient…

  • IS STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY VALUABLE?

    No, stainless steel jewellery is not considered valuable as it is not made from precious metals like gold and silver. Gold and silver jewellery tend to go up in value over time, whilst the value of stainless steel won’t. Stainless steel is an easily accessible material and is one of the most common metals in…

  • IS STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY SAFE TO WEAR?

    Yes, medical-grade stainless steel is safe for the skin. You will want to check before buying stainless steel the alloys used, as some alloys can irritate the skin. The most common alloy that causes skin allergies and discolouration is nickel.

  • IS STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY MAGNETIC?

    No, jewellery that is made from stainless steel is not magnetic. If your silver jewellery piece is magnetic, then it is likely to be made using another material. However, with this being said, some types of stainless steel are magnetic. The reason that stainless steel is not magnetic is due to the presence of austenite.…

  • IS STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY WATERPROOF? 

    Yes, stainless steel jewellery is waterproof and will not lose its lustre and colour with regular contact with water. This means you can wear stainless steel jewellery in the shower, pool and even in the ocean. The reason that stainless steel jewellery is waterproof is because of the protective chromium layer.

  • DOES STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY DISCOLOUR SKIN AND MAKE IT GO GREEN?

    No, stainless steel jewellery doesn’t discolour skin and makes it go green as it has a low nickel content. The metal itself will not oxidise, meaning it won’t turn your wrist, neck or fingers green when you are wearing jewellery. Usually, this green discolouration is because the acids in your body are reacting to the…

  • DOES STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY TARNISH, DISCOLOUR, GO GREEN OR RUST?

    No, stainless steel jewellery does not tarnish, discolour, go green or rust. This is because of the presence of chromium, which forms a protective oxidative layer above the metal. This prevents the metal from reacting with moisture and oxygen in the air, which is the common cause of metals tarnishing and changing colour.

  • IS STAINLESS STEEL GOOD FOR JEWELLERY?

    Yes, stainless steel is a great material for jewellery. Some of the main reasons for this include: Find out more about why stainless steel is a great material for jewellery, as well as some of the drawbacks of the material by reading our blog which compares the pros & cons of stainless steel jewellery.

  • HOW DO YOU KNOW IF JEWELLERY IS MADE FROM STAINLESS STEEL?

    There are many ways to identify if a piece of jewellery is made from stainless steel. Here are some non abrasive ways to check if you jewellery is made from stainless steel:

  • WHAT IS STAINLESS STEEL JEWELLERY?

    Jewellery made from stainless steel consists of carbon, iron 10.5% chromium and at most 1.2% carbon. Stainless steel is combined with other alloys like nickel and titanium for added durability. The chromium present in stainless steel forms a protective layer over the metal, preventing corrosion and tarnishing. There are different grades of stainless steel which are determined…

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