Sterling silver and wood are both natural materials. They mark, they patina, they respond to how you live. That's part of what makes a Silverwood piece yours over time.

Wood

The wood in your piece has been finished with a natural, plant-based wax or polish that brings out its grain and colour. Wear softens the surface gradually — the patina that develops is your own, accumulated slowly through use.

To keep the wood in good condition, avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume, cream, and harsh chemicals. Every so often, work a small amount of colourless, plant-based wood wax or oil into the surface with a soft cloth. Leave it to absorb for a few hours, then buff with a lint-free cloth. The shine returns.

The colour of the wood may shift slightly over time, particularly as you condition it. This is the nature of the material, not a flaw in it.

Silver

Sterling silver oxidises with exposure to air and skin — a normal process with any natural metal. A silver polishing cloth will restore the finish; take care to avoid contact with the wood when you do.