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Fordite Care Fordite comes in different varieties that have somewhat different tolerances and strengths. It is inherently rather fragile to begin with, so it should be treated with care. You might compare it in that regard to a pearl. Fordite has a soft to medium surface hardness, and it will take a nice glassy polish. General cleaning can be accomplished with warm soapy water. However, like other softer materials used in jewerly, Fordite may pick up tiny, light scratches with frequent wear. The quick solution? Using a fine car polishing compound like Turtle Wax, and buffing to a high shine with a soft, 100% cotton cloth. This will revive the luster in a well worn piece without damaging the pattern. All of the Fordite cabochons and beads that we offer have been put through a preliminary ultrasonic stress test to ensure good surface tension and adhesion of enamel layers. If any of the finished cabs show structural weakness, or delamination, they do not pass our test, and are rejected for sale, or use in jewelry. However, Please Note: Use of an utrasonic jewelry cleaner on Fordite cabs is Not Recommended. Arbitrary time spent in an ultrasonic cleaner could be damaging to even the most hearty pieces. You opal and pearl fans know what I mean... When purchasing loose cabochons, most thicker Fordite pieces are suitable to drill for use as a bead, if that is your preference. However, certain pieces can be brittle, especially those with detailed surface channeling, and are therefore less suitable for drilling than others. If dropped on tile, or impacted on a hard surface, any Fordite may chip, crack, or even cleave in two. We recommend bezel setting or wire wrapping your Fordite pieces for extra protection, and long wear. Working with Fordite- Precautions: The Fordite cabochons and focal beads we offer are formed from a vintage enamel product.. Each piece has a unique combination of different enamels and layers. Like many other enamels and paints, these pieces may contain traces of materials that could be toxic or harmful if ingested, absorbed, or inhaled as dust. If shaping, sanding or polishing this material, utilize proper health and safety precautions. Use an OSHA approved, fitted dust mask, and adequate eye protection. Pregnant or nursing mothers should avoid contact. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat or flame. Email: info@fordite.com |
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