Diamonds naturally attract grease and will become dull and cloudy if not cleaned regularly. The fastest and safest way to clean your ring is with a solution of warm water and a mild liquid soap. Using a soft bristled brush (I find a child’s soft tooth brush works best) gently brush the ring with the solution to loosen any dirt and soak for about 5 minutes. After rinsing, a hair dryer is a fast and convenient way to dry the ring. For a quick shine between cleanings place rubbing alcohol on a q-tip and dab the crown of your diamond.
Now some do’s and don’ts:
Do
- Remove your ring and place it in a safe place before playing any sport or doing any activity that could cause sharp blows.
- Store your ring in the same place each day when you’re not wearing it ,so you always know where it is.
- Clean your ring at least once a week.
- Have your ring professionally cleaned and inspected at least once a year – ever six months is ideal.
- Get an appraisal.
- Get insurance.
Don’t
- Take your ring off in public places – a little dirt or soap will never hurt anything.
- Do housecleaning wearing your ring as harsh chemicals can discolor or damage your stone or metal.
- Wear your ring while applying lotions, creams, or hair products as the build up of grease will dull the stone.
- Wear your ring while swimming if at all possible. Not only is the chlorine found in pools damaging to the metal, but also the cold water may shrink your finger causing your ring to fall off.
- Constantly touch your stone as the oils on your hand will dull the stone and possibly loosen the prongs.
- Store your ring with any other jewelry as it may be scratched by your other pieces. Remember……a diamond can scratch or even cut another diamond.
