How do I take care of my Manly Band?Updated 3 months ago

*Take your ring off at night to let your skin breathe! Sweat and water can get trapped underneath so it's always a good idea to give your finger a break at night*

Black Zirconium Rings

Use mild soap and water to clean and a soft cloth to dry/polish. Black Zirconium is a two-toned metal, so over time you may see some silver shine through. That is totally normal and it gets even cooler looking with age.

Rosie Ray/Stone Rings:

For gold/diamonds, you can use a mild dish soap, warm water, and a soft brush or soft-bristled toothbrush. Soak, Scrub, rinse and dry. Use warm water, not hot. Use an eco-friendly, chemical free dish soap. Chemicals like ammonia can harm the finish of your jewelry. For stones that sometimes get dirty in hard to reach areas, most local jewelers will steam your jewelry for free or low cost. You can also buy one of our diamond/stone cleaning pens HERE. Please note that if your ring has a 4-prong head, breaking 1 prong or tip means your stone is compromised and WILL come out with continued use. 

Silver

Clean regularly: Use a soft cloth and mild silver cleaner to remove tarnish. You can also soak the silver in warm water with a few drops of dish soap for 5–10 minutes, then gently scrub with a soft-bristled brush. Rinse and dry with a silver cloth or microfiber towel. Store properly: Keep silver rings in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid harsh chemicals: Remove silver jewelry before doing activities that could expose it to harsh chemicals, chlorine, sweat, or water. To clean it you can use baking soda and aluminum foil: This method can remove tarnish, but don't rub the silver with the foil, as it can scratch the surface. Or you can try using vinegar and baking soda: Soak tarnished silver in a solution of 1/2 cup white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Or use lemon and salt: Squeeze a lemon into a bowl with 3 tablespoons of salt and water, then soak the silver for 5 minutes. Dry with a white silver cleaning cloth.

Platinum Rings

Avoid harsh chemicals and avoid hot water. Over time it can dull the shine, so take it off when showering. Clean with a soft cloth and warm water, with mild dish soap. 

Cobalt Chrome Rings

Use mild soap and water to clean and a soft cloth to dry/polish. These guys are scratch resistant but not scratch proof. A professional buffing at a local jeweler will shine them back up. And then, of course, you can say you’re buff…or you have been buffed.

Damascus/Stainless Steel Rings

While you can totally just wash these with mild soap and water, we recommend a mild toothpaste and toothbrush. Stainless does NOT like Chlorine or Salt Water, so keep this guy out of the pool and hot tub as it can cause it to tarnish or rust.

Diamond Inset Rings

Diamond inset rings should not be cleaned by ultrasonic nor steam and should be checked by a local jeweler a couple times a year. Besides this, mild soap and water work great to shine it back up. We recommend having a local jeweler check your prong settings about every 6 months to ensure the safety of your center stone. Our melee (small stones) in our Made to Order rings fall under the your warranty, while center stones for engagement rings can be replaced for a fee, as needed.

Solid Gold Rings

Wash with mild soap and water or fine jewelry cleaner. Precious metals are softer than alternative metals, so they may scratch or slightly bend over time. You can take them to a local jeweler to get any scratches buffed out for a small fee. 

Also please know that precious metals are not great around harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc), so please remove your ring before using harsh chemicals, like the cleaning the bathtub, which you do weekly, right?

Meteorite Inlay Rings

Your ring is sealed with an invisible sealant, but just know - since Meteorite is composed mostly of iron, oxidation and rusting are always possible. Exposure to oxidizing agents such as chlorine, bleach or salt can change the pH of the Meteorite and increase chances of rusting. So can prolonged submersion in water. So stay away from household cleaners, pools, hot tubs and even salt water - so basically don't take this guy swimming. And there's your excuse for not being able to clean the bathroom...

If you find a little rust appear on your pure iron meteorite, that just means it’s the real deal. To clean, use a little baking soda (or even baking soda toothpaste) and a toothbrush to touch up any rust that appears. Just be sure to always rinse and dry thoroughly. Applying oils will not be helpful. 

There is an invisible sealant that is already applied to your Meteorite. If you have some oxidation occur which isn’t as easy fix, reach out to us and we will be happy to refinish it for you. Know your ring is covered for any manufacturing issues under your FREE warranty, so don't fret!

Titanium Rings

These guys are tough but it never hurts to clean up your band every so often. Wash with dish soap to get rid of any nasties. An old toothbrush can really get in there if you have an intricate design. You can also shine them with a little Windex. Voila! 

Tungsten Rings

Wash with mild soap and water. These guys are SUPER tough, but they lose their luster in the presence of harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc). Also know that tile floors are tungsten’s kryptonite, so take him off in the bedroom at night instead of the bathroom.Tungsten can be broken apart with vice grip pliers in an emergency.

Ceramic Rings

Wash with mild soap and water. These guys are tough, but they lose their luster in the presence of harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc). Also know that tile floors are Ceramic’s kryptonite, so take him off in the bedroom at night instead of the bathroom. Ceramic can be broken apart with vice grip pliers in an emergency.

Tantalum Rings

Wash with mild soap and water. These guys are tough, and don't require much maintenance or upkeep. Scratches and wear over time are normal, and if you want to remove scratches, you can use either a nylon pad or a cream metal polish, along with a soft cloth. Rinse at the end and they're brand spankin' new!

Plated Rings

Wash with mild soap and water. These guys are tough, but they can lose their luster in the presence of harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc). 

Wood/Dinosaur Bone/Antler Rings

Our In Stock wood rings are water-resistant but not waterproof. Our jeweler protects and seals these inlays in with an epoxy but they are not meant to be worn in the shower or in the hot tub/pool/lake/ocean. They will not fall into pieces after one shower, but please don't make it a habit. Handwashing is ok but always dry your ring and hands thoroughly afterwards. **Obvious submerged water damage to your wood ring will void your Limited Lifetime Warranty

Our Made to Order and Custom Rings are handmade with a tougher resin that will hold much better. We still do not recommend submerging them in water, especially the hot tub, but they are made to last the test of time and rings in this collection only are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty. 

Also be sure to keep your Wood ring away from harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, nail polish remover, etc), as these can attack the finish. Wood rings are not recommended for healthcare professionals who plan to wear their ring to work. We also do not recommend wearing your wood ring during physical labor or during gym time – slap on your free silicone for those times.

Silicone Rings

Keep away from chemicals as they can lose their finish with bleach and other harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc). Our silicone rings were created to be thicker and much more durable than others on the market. However, with enough pulling/stretching they can snap and break. This would be covered under your one year warranty.

Carbon Fiber Rings

Wash with mild soap and water. Keep Carbon fiber rings away from harsh chemicals (bleach, Lysol, hand sanitizer, etc). Also keep them away from extreme heat!

Barrel Steel Rings

Barrel Band care is as simple as occasionally wiping it down with a dry, soft cloth. A gentle buff with a soft cloth is typically all it takes. We design these rings to be water/corrosion-resistant so you don't have to take off your ring before showering, washing your hands, fishing, or swimming.

Cerakote Accents

Keep it away from chemicals (hand sanitizer, lysol, bleach, etc.) to keep your color looking great. For custom rings, we have a wide selection of those colors to choose from.

Epoxy

For regular maintenance, do not allow the ring to get over heated. Meaning it's not recommended to leave the ring in a hot car or wear it in a hot tub. Just use mild soap and water to clean and a soft cloth to dry/polish.

Black Diamond

Congratulations on owning a Black Diamond band, a piece of jewelry so tough it’s 4x harder than tungsten and up to 10x tougher than ceramic. Impressive, right? But, spoiler alert: it’s not indestructible. Treat it like a ring, not a superhero cape. Extreme conditions beyond normal wear and tear? Yeah, don’t do that.
Unlike titanium, which might bounce like a wannabe trampoline when dropped, your band could shatter under similar stress. Tough love, people. Oh, and those "scratches" you might notice over time? That's not damage. It's something called "galling", where your Black Diamond ring shows its dominance by scratching lesser materials and picking up their residue.
Now for the "easy cleaning" part (and by easy, we mean requiring sandpaper). Grab some 300-grit sandpaper, give your ring a good wipe, and follow up with a quick rub using your finger or cloth. Voilà, perfection restored. But let’s be clear—DO NOT try this method on precious metals or anything else unless you want a very expensive mistake.

Or wash with mild soap and water with a soft toothbrush. Dry your ring completely before putting back on. Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner or steam on these bands.