Bandicoot Jewellery Care

At Bandicoot, every piece is crafted with care and precision to ensure it’s free from faults and designed to last. Our jewellery is made from high-quality precious metals, stones, and details. While we have utmost confidence in the durability of our pieces, how you maintain them is key to ensuring they shine for a lifetime.

So, let’s dive into how to keep your Bandicoot treasures looking fabulous!

1. Regular Cleaning: Every few weeks, or if you notice any dullness, give your piece a quick polish with the complimentary polishing cloth we provide.

(Note: This cloth is for silver only—please avoid using it on gold.)

2. Deep Cleaning: For stubborn tarnish, follow these steps:

• What You’ll Need: Boiling water, a bowl, baking soda, tin foil, and a soft cloth.
• Instructions: Line a bowl with aluminum foil. Add boiling water and a couple of tablespoons of baking soda. Place your jewellery in the bowl and let it sit for 3-5 minutes. Rinse under cool water, then dry with a soft cloth and give it a final polish with the polishing cloth. Voilà—good as new!

Our gold vermeil pieces are plated with a 3.5-micron layer of 14k gold, double the industry standard. With proper care, they’ll outlast typical vermeil and plating.

Our 9crt Gold pieces will last for life with the right care. 

• Avoid rubbing against hard surfaces—friction can wear down the gold.
• Rinse in cold water and pat dry with a microfiber cloth.
• Remove jewellery before applying lotions and perfumes.
• Store in a dry, airtight container when not in use.
• Avoid chemicals, hand sanitisers, and cosmetics.

Yes! Your Bandicoot pieces can handle a splash! Salt water is a part of our lifestyle and a huge part of our community, but it can cause tarnish which we covered off how to resolve above ^^

However, high sulfur or chlorine levels in water can tarnish silver and gold, spas, fresh water springs at times, so avoid those if you can. 

Snags and Entanglements - Be cautious of slippery conditions and potential snags, especially with delicate pieces.

In the surf and on the boat, Waves can knock rings off, especially as our fingers shrink when they are cold, keep this in mind. 

Also, it is very easy to catch your necklace, earrings or ring while getting changed and get them snagged or tangled, this is another thing to keep in mind. Some of us are just built fast and loose, but our jewellery often pays the price . . . 

For added safety:

• Rinse in fresh water after exposure to saltwater.
• Clean with mild soapy water, then dry and polish.

• Storage: Keep your jewellery in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, humidity, and high temperatures. Store pieces separately to prevent scratches and tangles.
• Avoid Contact With: Perfumes, moisturizers, hair products, makeup, and household cleaners.
• Routine Care: Polish regularly to prevent tarnish. For delicate items, choose more secure designs for active adventures.

Note: Precious metals and stones naturally tarnish over time, but with our care instructions, you can keep your Bandicoot pieces shining bright. For repairs due to damage or entanglement, please contact a local jeweller.

Sustainability Tip: Opt for eco-friendly products in your home and beauty routines to extend the life of your jewellery and our planet.

Thank you for choosing Bandicoot. Here’s to your shiny adventures!

Much Love,

Bandicoot
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