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This article was co-written by Kennon Young. Kennon Young is a GIA graduate gemologist and JA jewelry technician. He received the highest certification in the jewelry appraisal industry, the ASA Gemologist in 2016.
There are 7 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
To clean a ring, you need to know what material the ring is made of. Each metal reacts differently to certain chemicals, which you don’t want to risk damaging the ring. Light stains may be enough simply washing in warm filtered water with a soft cloth. For more stubborn stains, you can buy specialized jewelry cleaning products or use a mild toothpaste as an inexpensive at-home solution. The dull layer on the ring surface can be treated by soaking the ring in water mixed with ammonia. If your ring is delicate or precious, you should probably take it to a jeweler to have it professionally cleaned.
Steps
Identify ring material
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Determine what metal the ring is made of. You probably already know your ring is gold, white gold, silver, or brass, but it’s also possible that you don’t know what metal the ring is made of if it’s not something you bought yourself. Take the ring and ask the jeweler. They can show you how to clean the metal of the ring and the gemstones attached to the ring.
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Choose cleaning products suitable for different metals. Each metal reacts differently with different chemicals. It is important that you take care when handling each metal differently to prolong its life.
- Clean the gold ring with a soft cloth and a special solution for gold. Avoid soap and chlorine. [1] X Research Source
- With silver rings, you usually just need to use a soft cloth and water to wash them. You can also purchase a specialized silver cleaning solution.
- Diamonds require specialized cleaning solutions. Go to a jeweler or buy it online. [2] X Trusted Source Gempogical Institute of America Go to Source
- With a cheap ring – the kind that you can find at a similar store – you can scrape off the grime with your fingers.
Use toothpaste
Find cheap toothpaste. Be sure to choose a toothpaste that contains baking soda and fluoride. The higher the tin(II) fluoride concentration, the better for the metal. Tin (II) fluoride strengthens both enamel and metal. With this use, the cheaper brand toothpaste the better.
Squeeze toothpaste onto toothbrush and add 2-3 drops of water. Use a clean toothbrush, and don’t reuse it to brush your teeth. Gently rub the ring as if you were brushing your teeth. Add a little water if the cream feels too thick.
- Be sure to scrub any crevices or raised edges of the ring. Scrub your ring as if you were brushing your teeth, brushing gently, pressing firmly and thoroughly.
- You should clean your ring every few weeks or every few months, depending on how often you wear it. Set aside a toothbrush dedicated to cleaning jewelry and not for anything else.
Wait for the chemicals in the toothpaste to work on the ring. After a while, wash the ring and see how bright it is! You can also use oils or antioxidants (citric acid, no-ox, tarn-x, etc.) to increase shine and maintain the effect longer. If a stronger cleaner is needed, try Fix-O-Dent dental adhesive; It will help clean the jewelry when you rub it gently on the metal surface.
Other methods
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Try rinsing with water. If your ring is soiled with dirt, dead skin, blood, lotion, food, or other stains, try rinsing with water before using stronger cleaners. Pour filtered water into a bowl, drop the ring in and gently rub in the water with your hands. Dry the ring in the sun.
- Do not use any cloth or paper towel to clean the ring, as it may scratch the surface of the ring or damage the gemstones attached to the ring. Do not dry the ring with a 100% cotton cloth.
- It is important to use filtered water when washing rings. Try attaching a magnet to the flour sieve and turn on the faucet to run the water through the sieve before rinsing the ring. This will remove any magnetic metals that could damage silver, gold or other precious metals.
- If the ring is too dirty, you can add a few drops of dishwashing liquid to the water and stir it before rinsing.
Use a cotton swab. If the ring is not too dirty, you can use a cotton swab to clean it. Dip the ring in warm water and wipe off the stains. Allow the ring to dry. Don’t try to scrub the ring lest it get scratched. [3] X Research Sources
Use precious metal cleaning solution. Buy a specialized product that says the name of the metal you need to clean on the label – this is also easy to find. Choose a product that comes with a cleaning cloth. Never use household cleaners to wash your ring, especially if your ring is made of precious metal. Use only cleaning solution, no polish in it.
Soak the ring in water and ammonia. To soften the stains, soak the ring in a solution of 1 cup warm water with 1/4 cup ammonia. [4] X Research Sources
- Wash the ring with soapy water.
- Scrub the ring clean.
- Rinse with warm water and let dry.
Follow these steps to remove the dull layer on the ring surface: [5] X Research Source
- Wrap foil in the lap of a bowl.
- Dissolve 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 cup of warm water in a foil-wrapped bowl.
- Drop the ring into the baking soda solution, making sure the ring touches the foil.
- Soak the ring in the solution for about 10-30 minutes or until the dull layer has dissolved.
Apply a coat of nail polish to the surface of the gold or silver ring. Apply a layer of clear nail polish to the ring surface to keep the outer layer of gold or silver from wearing off and prevent rust from appearing. If the ring leaves stains on your finger, you can apply a thin layer of clear nail polish to the inside of the ring.
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Consider taking the ring to a jeweler. If it’s a ring that’s precious to you (wedding ring, anniversary ring), you should take it to a jeweler to have it polished. Most jewelry stores offer free cleaning and polishing services or provide jewelry cleaning solutions to customers.
- A jeweler can test your ring for precious metal and determine the quality of the metal. This information will help jewelers choose safe jewelry cleaning and polishing products.
- This is especially important for engraved rings. The cleaning process of the ring can cause the patterns or inscriptions on the ring to be lost. If your ring has special meaning, you should take it to a jeweler to secure it.
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Wipe the ring with an alcohol swab. Remember not to scrub too hard. If the stain doesn’t come off, you may have to try a stronger solution.
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Use an ultrasonic cleaner. The ultrasonic cleaner can clean jewelry in minutes with high frequency sound waves. You can find many different models and prices. This can be a quick and convenient way to clean jewelry at home, but be aware that it can damage some types of jewelry. [6] X Research Sources
- A jeweler can advise you on the right machine for your jewelry and recommend the model you should buy.
Warning
- Do not press too hard, and do not use a friction scouring material if you are not sure it is safe for the metal.
- Be careful with carved rings. The cleaning process of the ring can cause the ring’s motifs or inscriptions to be lost.
- Do not soak the ring for more than the recommended time. The ring runs the risk of rusting if it stays in the water for too long.
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This article was co-written by Kennon Young. Kennon Young is a GIA graduate gemologist and JA jewelry technician. He received the highest certification in the jewelry appraisal industry, the ASA Gemologist in 2016.
There are 7 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
To clean a ring, you need to know what material the ring is made of. Each metal reacts differently to certain chemicals, which you don’t want to risk damaging the ring. Light stains may be enough simply washing in warm filtered water with a soft cloth. For more stubborn stains, you can buy specialized jewelry cleaning products or use a mild toothpaste as an inexpensive at-home solution. The dull layer on the ring surface can be treated by soaking the ring in water mixed with ammonia. If your ring is delicate or precious, you should probably take it to a jeweler to have it professionally cleaned.
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