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Bracelets...
Every WiRealm bracelet is cleaned in a stone tumbler to remove extra sediment before it reaches your skin; ultra-sonic cleaning device is used on select items as needed.
If, over time, your WiRealm piece needs some love, see Repairs & Cleaning to learn what we can do for you!
RUBBER
Material: “EPDM is UV resistant, latex-free and FDA approved.”
Perks: Great for active lifestyle. Designed for daily wear, active and on-the-go lifestyle. Occasional water is great. Stretchy, colorful, weather & sweat-resistant. One size fits many. Great for gifts - less worry about exact sizing!
Over time: UV resistant, but may fade in prolonged full sun. Water-resistant, but certain batches may expand with prolonged sweat or water.
AVOID Avoid excessive chemicals, lotions, abrasive substances like salt water (occasional is okay).
CLEAN with hot soapy water, dry quickly to prevent inflation of rubber over time.
STAINLESS STEEL
Material: This steel contains nickel.
Perks: Classy, clean, strong. Weather-friendly. Sweat-resistant. Matches everything.
Over time: Might get dirty but never actually tarnishes, nor changes color. Ever.
CLEAN with soap & water… IF it ever needs it.
BLACKENED STEEL
Material: Stainless steel that has been torched for a ‘blackened’ finish. If in constant contact, may rub a gray shadow onto light-colored clothes upon first few uses
Perks: Rugged, sturdy, strong, weather-resistant.
Over time: Will fade to dark “gunmetal” over time.
CLEAN with hot soapy water, dry quickly to prevent corrosion. If this metal is tumbled, the jet-black coating will be removed.
BRASS
Material: Brass is an alloy made from copper and zinc.
Perks: Warmer tone, unique, universal.
Over time: Surface finish will change over time with air exposure and skin contact. Certain skin chemistries will either 1) remove tarnish making metal more shiny or 2) interact differently and turn metal darker.
CLEAN with soap & water, dry quickly to prevent corrosion.
BRIGHTEN by mixing (approx) 1 oz vinegar + 1 tsp salt. Stir to disintigrate salt. Submerge each section of item for a couple seconds and remove. Wash with soap and water. Pat dry.
COPPER
Material: Copper is made from 100% copper.
Perks: Warmer tone, unique, universal, healing.
Over time: Surface finish will change over time with air exposure and skin contact.
CLEAN with soap & water, dry quickly to prevent corrosion.
BRIGHTEN by mixing (approx) 1 oz vinegar + 1 tsp salt. Stir to disintigrate salt. Submerge each section of item for a couple seconds and remove. Wash with soap and water. Pat dry.