HOW TO CLEAN A DIAMOND RING? OUR JEWELERS' ADVICE
Even if a diamond is forever, maintaining and cleaning a diamond ring is recommended. With the help of a diamond dealer present at Celinni Paris, we will see in this guide, the different tips and advice for cleaning a diamond ring and restoring its shine. You can do it yourself, by cleaning your diamond ring with a soft toothbrush, dish soap and warm to hot water for an optimal result. You can also entrust your diamond ring to your jeweler to check the setting then have it ultrasonically cleaned and repolished; le bijou sera comme neuf.
Clean your diamond ring with water and soap:
We advise you to use liquid hand soap or dish soap, avoiding chemical products and favoring a soap based on natural products.
● Pour a little soap and warm water into a bowl.
● Let your ring soak in the bowl of warm soapy water for 15 to 20 minutes to dislodge the dust and impurities on your ring.
● After 15-20 minutes, if you still see dirt, use a toothbrush with soft bristles preferably and gently brush your diamond ring.
● Rinse your diamond ring with cold water.
● Dry your ring with cotton or a paper towel to remove as much water as possible.
Buy a special product for diamond cleaning
There are special products for cleaning your diamond ring. It's an effective and quick solution to clean your diamond ring with a product designed for your diamond's maintenance.
Be sure to check if the cleaning product is compatible with the metal setting of your ring (gold, platinum, silver...). There are various products suitable for each setting, so don't hesitate to inquire, to make the right choice, from your jeweler or directly on the internet.
An ultrasonic cleaner to clean your diamond
Used in jewelry, ultrasonic cleaners have become accessible to the general public, offering smaller and therefore more affordable machines. But we do not recommend using this type of machine, elle will allow you to quickly and efficiently clean your diamond ring, but only an expert can determine if the use of an ultrasonic machine is safe for your jewelry. If you are interested in this type of machine, you can follow the following link: selection of ultrasonic tanks for cleaning jewelry !
How many times should I clean my diamond ring?
You can clean your diamond ring as many times as you want. You can even clean it once a week, if you feel the need. Every day at work, in the car, on public transport, while cooking... dust and dirt accumulate on your diamond ring, and cleaning your diamond ring is quick to do, so we advise you to clean it regularly to avoid a buildup of impurities that will require intensive cleaning, carried out by a jeweler.
Should I use toothpaste, baking soda, or Coca-Cola to clean my diamond ring?
Many methods and tips talk about using toothpaste, baking soda, or coca-cola to clean a diamond ring, but we do not recommend using these types of products which are chemical and too abrasive. Indeed, these products are not designed for this purpose, and therefore they risk damaging your ring by cleaning it in this way. Instead, as we have seen above, prefer natural soap and specific products for cleaning a diamond. It is better to stick to products that are not likely to attack your diamond ring, a unique and precious jewel in your eyes. So, it's best to take care of it in the best possible way and manner.
Should we clean a diamond ring set with other stones or pearls?
No, the previous methods are only dedicated to diamond rings. If you have a ring with a diamond and other stones or pearls, you will need to take into account the other stones and their fragility when cleaning your diamond ring.
You can use warm soapy water which is a gentle method for maintaining your ring, but do not use specific products, if you are not 100% sure that it corresponds to your ring.
How to maintain the shine of my diamond ring?
To avoid having to clean it regularly and to maintain its shine and splendor throughout your life, we advise you:
● To remove your diamond ring when you are doing manual work such as DIY, gardening, cooking... Otherwise, you can wear gloves.
● To remove your ring when you put your hands in water, when you are in the shower, in the sea or the pool.
● To remove your ring during sports activities because of sweat.
● Be careful with household products that could damage your diamond ring, remember to wear gloves for cleaning.
● Store your ring carefully in its box or in a small fabric bag to avoid contact and friction.
It's not enough to buy the most beautiful pieces of jewelry, you need to know how to take care of them and maintain them. It's like when you buy a gorgeous silk blouse, you need to take care of it by washing it gently by hand or in the washing machine.
For diamond rings it's a bit the same thing, obviously we're not going to put a piece of jewelry in a washing machine!
All jewelry is different, depending on the materials and the stone. The maintenance will not be the same if you have a piece of jewelry with a diamond or a piece of jewelry with an emerald. What is certain is that all jewelry is subject to daily life, so maintenance is important especially for beautiful pieces of jewelry.
How to maintain your jewelry daily?
You're not dreaming, jewelry maintenance is a daily task. There are daily habits to adopt that prevent the beauty of your rings, for example, from being altered.
- When you wash your hands, remove your rings: soap can lodge in the hollow parts and the residues cannot be eliminated by a quick rinse with water.
- Do not wear jewelry to the beach, pool, or when exercising to avoid shocks. Seawater, chlorinated water, and heavy sweating do not mix well with jewelry.
- Household chores or gardening also pose a risk. Chemical products should be avoided on jewelry, as they could significantly alter their qualities.
- To avoid friction: it is recommended not to unnecessarily slide pendants on their chain, or to wear multiple rings on the same finger.
- Be careful, do not bring your jewelry too close to an intense heat source, or a source of X-rays or radioactive rays... some colored gemstones fade when exposed to intense sunlight or in a tanning salon. It's better to remove them beforehand.
- You should also avoid applying cosmetic products such as creams or perfume on jewelry.
What storage for better maintenance?
Jewelry can scratch each other when in contact. To prevent this, it is better to protect them individually. Each piece should be stored in its own case or individual pouch, or in a separate compartment of the jewelry box. Chains and necklaces should be closed, laid flat and wrapped. Above all, never place several pieces of jewelry together without protection!
Otherwise, the jewelry may collide with each other and leave marks. When traveling, a simple piece of tissue paper is enough to wrap and protect them until you reach your destination.
Once there, arrange the jewelry on a flat surface and make sure to separate them properly.
A safety reflex? Which one?
Before putting on your jewelry, check that there is no play in the clasps and that the stone settings have not moved. Indeed, under the effect of shocks or pressures, the prongs can lift. (Fun fact: the prongs are "small bars" that hold the diamond or stone in place).
To check that everything is in place, just gently shake the jewelry near the ear: if a slight noise sounds it indicates that the stones are no longer perfectly held, if there is no noise then the jewelry has not moved!
Be careful, for grain settings, rub the jewelry on a fine fabric: if it catches, it means that the prongs have moved.
In case of doubt, it is safer not to wear the jewelry and show it to us.
How can I clean my jewelry myself?
For your jewelry to be radiant, it must be clean. Except for pearls, you can clean them yourself with warm soapy water, gently rubbing with a very soft small brush (Fun fact: an old toothbrush will do perfectly). Once the delicate cleaning is done, rinse thoroughly with warm water and wipe with a soft cloth.
Caution: water and soap are not recommended for amber, coral, emeralds, jade, kunzites, lapis lazuli, opals, and turquoise.
Professionals use ultrasonic devices to properly clean jewelry, it is strongly advised not to use them yourself. Indeed, only a qualified professional can determine if their use is safe for your jewelry. While this type of cleaner may be suitable for gold jewelry WITHOUT precious stones like a bangle, it is however not recommended for amber, coral, emeralds, kunzites, lapis lazuli, opals, pearls, rubies, and turquoise.
Here are some tips for cleaning, maintaining your diamond ring and preserving the sparkle of the first days. Of course, if you prefer to have your ring cleaned by a jeweler, you can always ask for a quote. But if you regularly clean your diamond ring, take care to store it properly and remove it when you are doing tasks that could dirty it. Then it will not be necessary to see a jeweler.
If you are interested in diamonds, we suggest you dive into our Complete Guide on The Diamond.
You can also check out our different diamond rings on our online jewelry store Celinni.com. If you are near Paris, Nice, Antwerp or Lausanne? You can meet us in our showrooms all year round.
1) Gold and platinum are dense metals, but their hardness index is less than 5. They can therefore be scratched more easily, especially by the stones of other jewelry.
2) For platinum and gold, you must avoid all contact with products such as ammonia, iodine tincture or mercury.
The diamond dealer's advice:
The maintenance of jewelry is delicate, you need to be well informed to know how you should clean such jewelry with such a stone. Moreover, you really need to take into consideration the fragility of certain stones like the emerald for example.
- If you are not sure how to clean your jewelry, ask a professional for advice. At Celinni, we will be delighted to advise you.
- Take into account the entirety of the jewelry before doing anything. For example, if you have a silver ring with an emerald, its cleaning will not be the same as with a gold ring with an emerald. We advise you to proceed step by step and pay close attention to all the characteristics of the jewelry
Congratulations! You can now clean your jewelry yourself. Do not hesitate to contact us for more advice
