How to Clean Your Tungsten Ring

One of the reasons that tungsten rings are so appealing is because they are easy to take care of. They are also incredibly tough and durable, but look amazing. That's why many people choose tungsten for their wedding rings.

Of course, after being worn day in and day out, they will attract dirt and grime. To ensure that they look as dazzling and shiny as they day you bought them, you'll want to clean them. Thankfully, this process is easy.

How to Clean a Tungsten Ring

Step 1: Prepare the Ring Bath

Cleaning your tungsten ring is easy and can be done with products most people have around the home. When it comes to preparing the ring bath, you'll want to get some warm water and add either hand soap or a mild dish soap. Use just enough for bubble to form.

Another option you can use white vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar does an outstanding job of removing filth from your ring. If your tungsten jewelry happens to be incredibly dirty, then using vinegar might be your best option. The ratio for this bath is half and half. To make it easier, you'll add half a cup of vinegar to half a cup of water and stir.

You'll want to avoid using cleaning products that contain chlorine, ammonia or bleach. It's also recommended that you stay away from over-the-counter jewelry cleaners. All of these can react with the tungsten's composition and damage your ring.

Step 2: Remove Your Ring

When cleaning your tungsten ring, removing it from your finger will make the process that much easier and allow the bath to clean it more thoroughly than if it was still on your hand.

Step 3: Soak the Ring

Once you have prepared the ring bath, you can then place your ring into the soapy or vinegary water. Depending on how dirty your ring is, you may need to let it soak for up to 15 minutes. This will loosen the dirt and make it easier to clean.

Step 4: Scrub the Ring

After your ring has soaked for as long as necessary, you'll want to scrub it. You can use a soft cotton cloth for this step. If your ring happens to have grooves or gemstones, you might consider using a toothbrush or cotton swab to get into the hard-to-reach places.

Step 5: Rinse Off the Ring

When you are satisfied with the cleanliness of your ring, rinse it off in warm water. Make sure all the soap bubbles or vinegar have been removed from the surface.

Step 6: Let it Dry

After rinsing your ring off, you can either dry it with a cotton cloth or set it on a cloth to let it air dry. Which option you choose will depend on how quickly you want to put your ring back on your finger.

Rings to Last a Lifetime

Deciding to get a tungsten ring is an investment in your future. This durable material can last for a long time. It will still need to be cleaned every so often, so if you've been wondering how to clean a tungsten carbide ring, all you have to do is follow the steps listed above.

Find different styles of tungsten rings for every aesthetic when you check out what Larson Jewelers has. You're sure to find a ring that matches your personality and will last a lifetime!