Chainmaille and Scalemaille Care

A little gentle care helps your handmade pieces look their best. Check your product listing for its specific materials: rings, scales, ear wires, beads and clasps may differ. For mixed-material pieces, follow the gentlest care advice below. If you are unsure, ask us before cleaning.

Everyday care

Put jewellery on after perfume, lotion and other products have dried. Remove it before swimming, showering, exercise or cleaning. After wear, gently wipe with a soft, clean cloth and dry fully before storing. Avoid bleach, harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, ultrasonic cleaners and steam unless we have confirmed they suit your particular piece.

Store pieces separately in soft pouches or lined compartments, away from humidity and direct sunlight. Lay larger chainmaille and scalemaille pieces flat and supported; keep scales away from delicate fabrics to prevent snags.

Sterling silver

For plain, uncoated sterling silver parts, use a silver polishing cloth gently when needed. Keep the cloth off crystals, coloured finishes and plated components. Avoid silver dips on mixed-material pieces. Store dry in a closed pouch or container. Fine silver and sterling silver are different materials, so check the listing rather than assuming the whole piece is sterling.

Stainless steel

For plain stainless-steel parts, gently clean with a soft cloth lightly dampened with lukewarm water and a little mild soap. Remove soap with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly. A stainless-steel weave does not mean its clasp, beads or other components can be soaked.

Titanium and niobium

Use a soft damp cloth and, if needed, a little mild soap, then wipe clean and dry. Treat anodized colours gently: avoid polishing compounds, abrasive pads and metal polish. Some titanium bracelets have plated brass clasps, so do not assume every component is titanium.

Anodized and bright aluminum

Gently wipe with a soft damp cloth; use a little mild soap if needed, then remove residue and dry completely. Do not scrub or use metal polish on anodized colours. Keep bright aluminum separate from harder pieces in storage to limit rubbing and scratches.

Crystals and glass beads

Wipe gently with a soft cloth, using minimal moisture if necessary. Avoid soaking, impacts, heat and chemical cleaners. Support the surrounding weave while cleaning rather than pulling on a crystal or bead. Finishes and settings vary; ask us before treating stubborn marks.

Copper

Wipe gently and store dry. Do not use copper polish or acidic home-cleaning mixtures on enamelled copper or mixed-material pieces. Ask us for advice before removing tarnish if you are unsure of the finish.

Crochet and cosplay accessories

Follow any item-specific fibre or washing instructions supplied with your crochet piece. If these are unavailable, ask us before machine washing, soaking or applying heat; gently spot-clean first and dry flat. For cosplay pieces combining scales, chains, ribbon or fabric, clean each area cautiously without soaking the whole item. Support the weight when lifting or storing, and avoid pulling on ties or snagged rings.

Clasps and repairs

Open clasps using their intended mechanism, not by pulling the weave apart. Align closures gently and check that they are secure before wearing. Do not repeatedly bend S-clasps or force a stiff closure.

Stop wearing a piece if a ring opens, a clasp stops closing securely, a scale develops a sharp edge, a crystal loosens or threads become damaged. Do not attempt a repair with household pliers or glue. Contact Dragon Forge Armoury with a clear photo and your order details so we can advise on repair options, availability and any costs before you send anything.