Easy Tips for Engagement Ring Maintenance

Engagement rings symbolize love and commitment, and like any relationship, rings also require regular care to stay in good condition. In particular, caring for a diamond ring is crucial not only to maintain the stone’s brilliance but also to ensure its durability. Read our best tips on how to keep your diamond ring stunning for generations to come!

Get Your Diamond Ring Professionally Inspected Regularly

Take your diamond ring to a jewelry store regularly for professional inspection. These inspections play a crucial role in ring maintenance and can easily be done at Quality Jewelry as well. Our professionals will carefully examine the ring’s condition and detect issues such as loose diamond settings caused by daily wear. With regular wear, the ring naturally experiences wear and tear, so it’s essential to check the settings regularly.

Cleaning Your Ring for Sparkle and Shine

A vital part of diamond ring care is keeping it clean, as dirt inevitably accumulates over time. To preserve the brilliance of the diamonds, it’s recommended to clean a ring worn daily weekly. Cleaning a diamond ring can be done at home, but you can also entrust it to the professionals at Quality Jewelry. When cleaning, avoid using strong chemicals and opt for mild cleaning solutions that are gentle on both the metal and the diamond. Suitable cleaning solutions can be found in jewelry stores ( see the selection here ), but cleaning at home is simple: add a drop of dish soap to warm water, let the ring soak for a while, brush it with a soft toothbrush, rinse thoroughly, and gently dry with a towel.

Consider Before Resizing

If you are considering resizing your ring, exercise caution, as resizing multiple times can weaken the structure. A compromised structure makes the ring more susceptible to wear and scratches.

Avoid Chemicals and Store Carefully

When using a diamond ring, it’s good to remember the rule of thumb that applies to all jewelry: Wear it last and Take it off first. The ring will show natural wear and tear over time, but with reasonable storage and proper use, the jewelry will remain beautiful from generation to generation.

Strong chemicals are bad for the ring, so when handling household detergents, for example, you should always take the ring off. The ring should be protected from cosmetics, hairspray and perfumes, and it should be taken off when doing household or garden work. It is also good to take off the ring before swimming in chlorinated water.

When the ring is not in use, it should always be stored in its own box. Diamonds don’t get scratched by other jewelry, but gold surfaces can get scratched – that’s why it’s best to store diamond rings separately, preferably in soft jewelry bags or boxes.

In Summary

In summary, proactive and careful maintenance improves the life of a diamond ring and keeps it looking better for longer. By following the maintenance tips in this article, you will ensure that your ring stays sparkling and beautiful for a long time.