[Jewelry making - Article 00527] - Re: [Orchid] Hair removal from gold chains

[John Sholl]

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    Bill, Try Red Devil Lye. This drain opener is pure sodium hydroxide
    without the damaging additives and can be found in grocery stores.
    It is HARSH. use with caution. One or two tablespoonfuls boiled in a
    quart of water should do the trick. If not ad a bit more.  Lye
    dissolves organic material effectively and is a great way to clean
    jewelry prior to repairs. Just be careful to avoid use on sensitive
    stones (pearls and aggregates especially) and NEVER let it get near
    your eyes. 

John Sholl
Littleton, Colorado

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