How to Care for Gold Plated Jewellery: 7 Simple Tips

Keep your gold plated jewellery looking new with these 7 easy care tips. Learn how to clean, store, and protect your pieces so they last for years.

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Gold plated jewellery is beautiful, affordable, and on-trend — but like all things worth having, it needs a little care. The good news? Looking after your gold plated pieces is easier than you think.

Here are 7 simple tips to keep your jewellery looking as good as the day you bought it.

1. Put Jewellery On Last

Always apply perfume, hairspray, and moisturiser before putting on your jewellery. Chemicals in these products can break down the gold layer over time. Make jewellery the finishing touch to your look — not the starting point.

2. Take It Off Before Water

Chlorine in swimming pools, salt in the sea, and even tap water can wear away gold plating faster than you'd think. Remove your jewellery before swimming, showering, or washing up.

3. Avoid Sweat During Exercise

Sweat is acidic and can accelerate tarnishing. Take off your pieces before a workout and give them a gentle wipe with a soft cloth afterwards if you forgot.

4. Clean Gently

To clean gold plated jewellery:

• Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently buff the surface
• For a deeper clean, use a cotton bud dipped in warm water
• Never use abrasive cloths, toothpaste, or harsh chemicals

5. Store Properly

Air and moisture are the enemies of gold plating. Store your pieces in a jewellery box, a soft pouch, or an airtight bag. Keep them separate to avoid scratching — especially chains and delicate pieces.

6. Rotate Your Pieces

Give your jewellery a rest. Wearing the same piece every single day puts more stress on the plating. Rotating between pieces extends the life of each one.

7. Choose Quality From the Start

The best way to make gold plated jewellery last is to choose pieces with a quality base metal. At Medora Jewellery, we use surgical grade stainless steel — one of the most durable base metals available — topped with 18K gold plating. This combination means your jewellery is far more resistant to everyday wear, moisture, and tarnishing.

Browse our full collection at medorajewellery.co.uk.