[Jewelry making - Article 01230] - Re: [Orchid] Alternatives to Ultrasonics?

[Judy Willingham]

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Hello Annabel,

    I did without an ultrasonic for a long time. How to best remove
    polishing compound relates to the nature of the compound. Soap and
    water will work, but is tedious. 

    There are a couple compounds advertised as removable with dish soap
    and water, and they do clean off more easily. However, the usual
    compounds are better removed by soaking in an ammonia-based liquid,
    followed by scrubbing with an old toothbrush. I've used straight
    ammonia (which can damage some stones), but the fumes are obnoxious.
    "409", "Mean Green", "Awesome" are tradenames for cleaners that have
    been good removers for me. As noted previously, some stones are
    sensitive to ammonia, so keep turquiose, lapis, pearls, etc. out of
    those liquids with ammonia. 

    Ultrasonics are a very nice thing to have, so plan to save your
    loose change and buy a good one eventually. Maybe put it on your wish
    list for your birthday or special event. My hubby hates to buy me
    tools, but that's my favorite gift. :-) 

Hope this helps,
Judy in Kansas, where we'll hopefully see some thunderstorms today! I
finished putting in my spring bulbs, so timing is perfect.

 
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