Diamonds are durable but the settings and daily wear can dull their sparkle. This guide shows practical, safe steps to keep your diamond ring brilliant, protect its setting, and build a simple maintenance routine your clients or customers can follow.
Why caring for diamond rings matters
• Preserves sparkle: Oil from skin, lotions and dust collect around the stone and in the setting, reducing brilliance.
• Protects the setting: Prongs, bezels and glue can loosen or degrade over time; catching issues early prevents loss.
• Extends life and value: Regular care keeps a piece wearable and resale-ready, and reassures customers about long-term investment.
• Builds trust: Offering clear aftercare guidance positions Custom Jewellery Designs, Hillarys, Perth as an expert and caring service provider.
Daily and weekly care routine
• Daily: Remove your ring for heavy-lift tasks, cleaning with harsh chemicals, gardening and exercise that risks knocks. Wipe the ring once a day with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove oils and fingerprints.
• Weekly: Soak briefly in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap, then gently brush with a soft toothbrush to remove trapped dirt. Rinse well and pat dry with a clean cloth. This quick routine keeps everyday grime from building up.
Safe home cleaning step by step
1. Fill a small bowl with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap.
2. Soak the ring 15–20 minutes.
3. Use a soft toothbrush to brush under the stone, around prongs, and inside channels.
4. Rinse under warm running water using a bowl or sink strainer to avoid accidents.
5. Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth and inspect the setting for visible looseness.
• Do not use bleach, chlorine, or abrasive cleaners; they damage metals and some gemstones.
• Avoid ultrasonic cleaners at home for antique settings, fragile side stones, or any piece with loose elements—bring those to a professional.
Professional cleaning and inspection
• Frequency: Book a professional clean and inspection every 6–12 months, or sooner if the ring is worn daily.
• What professionals do: Ultrasonic and steam cleaning (when safe), polishing, prong tightening, solder repairs, and thorough inspection for wear or potential stone loss.
• Why it’s worth it: Professionals catch worn prongs, hairline cracks in mounts, and loose side stones before a loss occurs. Bring your piece to Custom Jewellery Designs, Hillarys for a free inspection or professional clean.
Storage best practices
• Individual storage: Store rings separately in soft pouches or individual compartments to prevent scratching other pieces and to protect the diamond from knocks.
• Short-term: Use a soft-lined ring tray at bedside when not wearing the ring.
• Travel: Carry the ring in a small padded travel box. Avoid loose storage in handbags where small stones can get lost or settings can snag.
• Humidity and chemicals: Keep jewellery away from humid bathrooms and household chemicals that can tarnish or weaken settings.
Maintenance schedule cheat sheet
• Daily: Remove for rough tasks; wipe with a soft cloth.
• Weekly: Home clean with warm soapy water and soft brush.
• Monthly: Quick visual check look for loose stones or bent prongs.
• 6–12 months: Professional clean and inspection.
• Immediately: If you notice a loose stone, change in fit, or visible damage, stop wearing the ring and bring it in for a repair estimate.
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Using household bleach or chlorine-based cleaners that weaken metal.
• Assuming diamonds don’t need care; the stone may be hard but settings wear.
• DIY soldering or repairs; amateur fixes often make damage worse.
• Storing multiple pieces together; scratches and bent prongs are avoidable with separate storage.
Quick styling care tips
• Put rings on after applying lotions, perfume or hair products.
• Remove rings before swimming in chlorinated pools or hot tubs.
• Rotate which finger you wear an heirloom or daily ring on to reduce constant abrasion on a single setting.
