[Jewelry making - Article 01252] - Re: [Orchid] Alternatives to Ultrasonics?

[Penner, Chris]

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Hi there,

    I also don't use ultrasonic cleaners much - I am a hobbyist and
    although I bought a cheap one recently it is very patchy in its
    operations (lots of hot spots and dead areas) - the curse of low cost
    tools. 

    Generally, to get polishing compound off, I mix a bit of washing up
    liquid with 1/2 warm water and 1/2 turpentine or white spirit. I
    then dunk the jewellery in this for a few minutes and clean it using
    the same stuff and a soft sponge, which I find more effective than a
    toothbrush. Use a toothpick to get into difficult to reach areas. I
    then rise it under running water, dry it with kitchen towel and give
    it a final going over with a polishing cloth. The white spirit acts
    as a solvent on the polishing compound, making it much easier to
    remove. 

    Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin, and be careful not to drop
    your jewellery down the plug hole unless you like removing U bends. 

    Throwing it into a rotary tumbler for 5 minutes is also surprisingly
    effective, but it can mess with the finish. 

Chris Penner
Collarsandcuffs.co.uk

 
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