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Keep Your Clasps Shining For Years

Simple, proven tips to protect your Claspgarten clasps and extend the life of every jewelry piece




Claspgarten clasps are known for their precision, beauty, and durability—but even the finest jewelry deserves a little extra care. With the right habits, you can protect the plating, preserve the shine, and ensure your clasps remain secure and elegant for years to come. Follow these simple care tips to keep every piece looking as stunning as the day you made it.

Water is the fastest way to ruin even the highest-quality plating. The steam from your shower, chlorine from a pool, or sweat from a workout may seem harmless in the moment—but over time, they eat away at the finish and weaken the clasp. By simply removing your jewelry before hopping in the shower or heading to the gym, you’re adding years of life and shine to your pieces. It’s a small habit that pays big dividends.


Perfumes, hairsprays, sunscreens, and lotions are silent clasp killers. The chemicals in these everyday products settle onto the metal and start to dull the surface. Spray your perfume first, let it dry, then put on your jewelry. Same with creams—apply them, let them soak in, then accessorize. Protecting clasps from sprays is one of the easiest ways to make them look showroom-new long after purchase.

How you store your jewelry when you’re not wearing it matters just as much as how you wear it. Tossing clasps into a drawer or leaving them exposed to air invites scratches, tarnish, and tangling. A lined jewelry box or soft pouch creates a dry, protected environment where clasps keep their brilliance. Think of it as insurance for your collection—just a few seconds of care, and your clasps are safe from damage.

A simple clean can bring back incredible shine—but only if it’s done the right way. Forget the harsh polishes and abrasive cloths. All you need is lukewarm water, a drop of mild soap, and a soft cloth. Wipe gently and watch the surface sparkle again. Treat your clasps like fine silk: gentle, consistent care keeps them looking exquisite and preserves the integrity of every mechanism.


Bleach, ammonia, silver dips, and household cleaners are jewelry’s worst enemy. They strip away plating, corrode metals, and leave clasps weakened and dull. It’s tempting to grab a quick-fix cleaner, but the cost is always higher than the convenience. Instead, stick to mild methods and let your clasps age gracefully. The result? Clasps that function securely and shine brilliantly for years to come.

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I loved the designer's original design for the bracelet and I added to it my little touches. I love my Claspgarten clasp which added to the elegance!

-Susan Goodwin, Facebook

I received a couple Claspgarten clasps that I ordered yesterday and although cup buttons are my fave, I really did like the ones I ordered, which were the square clasp with the pearl, very lovely..also have my eyes on disc clasp with the 3 crystals, very pretty too!

-Marissa Vallejo, Facebook

They are truly beautiful clasps, learning how they are made definitely explains a lot about their quality!

-Peggy Schott, YouTube

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