Caring For Your Ring

Your wedding ring and engagement rings are two of the most important and significant pieces of jewellery you will ever own. Not only are they a symbol of your love for each other, there's also that gorgeous diamond! So, of course, you'll want to know how to take special care of your rings.
Tips to keep your ring looking fantastic!

    Try not to wear your ring during certain activities that could damage your stone. For example, during sport and exercise - you don't want to have a piece of gym or sports equipment making contact with your ring!
    If you are gardening, take off your wedding ring and put it somewhere safe. It's very likely you could chip your diamond or even knock the setting loose if you're doing heavy yard work.
    When in the kitchen mixing things like pastry or dough with your fingers, take your wedding ring off! These ingredients will leave a layer of film on your ring which will affect the ring's luster.
    During activities such as housework, take your ring off as certain chemicals will spoil it. In particular, chlorine bleach and chlorinated pool water can discolour the mounting on your ring. Gold and silver rings in particular have a high chance of becoming very discoloured over time if continually exposed to the chemicals in swimming pools.
    Remove your ring when applying everyday lotions such as sunscreen and perfume. These can clog up your diamond, and even etch coloured gemstones.
    When you do have your wedding ring off, remember to store it in a safe place. It's the last thing you'll want to misplace. Remember to keep diamonds in a separate place from your other jewellery so as to avoid scratches.
    Most insurance companies will include your ring under your home insurance, but you can always opt to have it insured separately.
    Keep your ring looking good by cleaning it. To do this, simply brush it gently in the front and back of the mounting with a soft brush. Then rinse it a few times in hot water. If you want some extra shine, try soaking your diamond ring in a solution that is 3 parts water and 1 part ammonia. Set the enggagement ring on tissue paper, or gently pat it dry.