How to Clean Your Diamond Jewelry

When Eternity Wedding Bands ships their customers diamond jewelry, they ship it brand new. It has a beautiful, radiant shine and sparkles with a luminous glow. Customers ask us all the time, how do I keep that beautiful shine? How do I make my diamond jewelry look brand new? Below are the reasons why your diamond jewelry can loose that 'brand new' look, suggestions to keep your diamond jewelry looking new and tips on cleaning your jewelry.

It's normal for diamond jewelry to loose that shine and luster from when it was first purchased. Every day products such as hand lotion, styling products, suntan lotion, etc. can leave a small layer on the jewelry without the wearer noticing. After months of these products leaving a small film, you'll begin to notice a build-up of dirt and grime in the mounting of the jewelry and the underneath of the diamond, thus making the diamond appear less brilliant, dull and life-less. Every day tasks such as washing the dishes, gardening and cleaning can also contribute to your diamond jewelry losing its beautiful shine. While dirt will seep into the crevices, every day wear may scratch the metal on your jewelry giving it a real worn-in look.

Sure-Fire Tips To Keep Your Diamond Jewelry Looking Its Best!
Diamond jewelry should be cleaned approximately one time per month, with a professional clean approximately once a year. Eternity Wedding Bands offers a refurbishing service for $35.00 + Shipping where we'll clean, polish, re-plate (if appropriate) and tighten and secure the setting. Please contact customer service for more information.

General care for you diamond rings and diamond jewelry can be quick and easy. You can make a simple and inexpensive solution made of water and a mild liquid kitchen dish detergent for easy cleaning. Here’s how -

1) Fill a small bowl with warm soapy water. Let your rings and other diamond jewelry soak for 5-10 minutes to give it time to loosen any dirt or grime that may be on them.

2) Using a soft brush, such as an eyebrow brush, lipstick brush or baby toothbrush, gently scrub the diamond and metal. Be sure to use a soft brush and don’t push, so you don’t risk scratching the metal.

3) Rinse the rings and other diamond jewelry under warm to hot water. Quick tip – use a wire tea strainer or small wire colander so you don’t risk losing anything down the drain!

If necessary, repeat.

To keep a great shine you should try to clean all your diamond jewelry approximately once a month. Many sites recommend steering clear of using toothpaste as a cleaning method. We've been in the business for decades, however, and find a minimal amount of toothpaste on a soft toothbrush is an easy, quick and effective method to clean our diamond jewelry.

To further protect the diamonds and metal you should store your jewelry in separate sections of a jewelry box with a soft surface. Although diamonds are the hardest substance known to man, a diamond can scratch another diamond. We also highly recommend removing your diamond jewelry when you are showering, cleaning around the house or outside, and while doing any other work that might damage or scratch your jewelry. Even while sleeping, you should remove your jewelry so it doesn’t get caught on the sheets, blanket or pillowcase.

We recommend having a local jeweler check the setting of your rings and diamond jewelry about once a year. Normal wear and tear can loosen a setting over time. The longer a setting is left unfixed, the looser the diamond can get and the more risk you have of losing that diamond.

Your jewelry is a precious investment. If cared for properly it can keep a beautiful brilliance and shine and be proudly handed down to children and grandchildren to become a wonderful family heirloom.

How to Make Your Wedding Ring Even More Personal!

The wedding ring is possibly the most personal item that two people can exchange. As a symbol of their love, it indicates a never-ending bond. Eternity Wedding Bands reminds you that it is possible to personalize it. By engraving your ring, you can give your special someone a personalized message that they will carry with them everywhere they go.

But what should I say?

The possibilities are endless-- perhaps the title of your favorite song or your initials. Maybe you want to engrave the date that you met or something funny like “Don’t even think about it” or “you’re stuck with me”. It could be something simple like “always” or “love promised”.

Whether you want to say something romantic, religious, loving, funny or just cute, engraving your wedding band is a way for the person you love to carry with them an intimate message of love which Eternity Wedding Bands will happily etch onto your wedding band.

Understanding the Value of Diamonds

Eternity Wedding Bands would like to remind you of the importance educating yourself when shopping for that perfect wedding band, or any diamond for that matter. Professionals evaluate diamonds based on a certain set of factors, sometimes called the 4C’s.

Carat weight- is measured in size based on a 100 point scale, in other words a 1 carat diamond= 100points where as a 3/4 carat diamond=.75points. Carat weight is not the most important factor as it only measures the size, not the clarity, cut or color of a stone.

Cut- While quite a few people believe that the cut of a diamond refers to its shape, that is inaccurate. The cut of a diamond refers to how well the stone is cut, not its shape. If a diamond is cut too deep or too shallow, it will not allow the true brilliance of the stone to come through. A poorly cut diamond, regardless of its shape, will not have the glitter or fire of one that is cut perfectly.

Color- The color of a diamond is determined only by nature, it has to do with the elements embedded within the stone. Color is measured on a scale of D-Z, with D, E and F considered colorless. The more colorless the stone the higher it's value. (Though there are rare stones that are pink, blue or green that are very rare and extremely valuable).

Clarity- A diamond will always have traces of natural elements in it, sometimes referred to as inclusions or birthmarks. Clarity is a measurement of the purity of each individual stone. Most inclusions cannot be seen by the naked eye, but a professional has the tools necessary to grade how pure the stone is.

At Eternity Wedding Bands we only bring you the highest quality diamonds. We are strong advocates educating the consumer to make sure you are getting the value for your money that you deserve.

Slip Into Something More Comfortable

Does your wedding band leave an uncomfortable dent in your finger? Do you get pinched between your wedding band and engagement ring? Don’t suffer with a painful wedding band or engagement ring. There are a few solutions to this problem.

The ring may be too small – just because the ring fits onto your finger doesn’t mean that it fits properly. Or maybe the engagement ring fit when it was able to fall to the smallest part of your finger, but the addition of the wedding band made it too tight. Most rings may be sized by a Jeweler for a small price. This could make the rings much more comfortable.
The rings need to be welded – If your finger gets pinched between your wedding ring and engagement ring, why not just have them welded together? This will correct the problem plus stop your engagement ring from spinning.
Find a more comfortable fit – Comfort fit wedding bands are rounded in the inside so there are no edges to bother your finger. If you are attached to your current wedding set, you may be able to have a jeweler sand it down. Or why not try out a new wedding ring? All rings from Eternity Wedding Bands are rounded for ultimate comfort.
The rings are too wide – Wider bands can be uncomfortable on shorter fingers. Consider a thinner band or wearing your engagement ring on the other hand for improved comfort.

Your wedding ring will be with you for the rest of your life, so make sure that the fit is perfect. For questions, please contact us at customerservice@eternityweddingbands.com

Diamonds and Gold - Treat yourself

Is your wedding ring outdated, worn out or less comfortable then you would like it to be? Well, now that the holidays and Valentine's Day have passed, you may be on your own to correct the situation. Why not upgrade yourself to a beautiful new diamond wedding ring, or a new ring in yellow gold, white gold or platinum? Or maybe treat yourself with a three stone diamond ring to compliment your wedding ring. Eternity Wedding Bands offers hundreds of wedding and three stone ring styles at a price much lower then the mall. Browse our large selection today and see for yourself why more happy brides are turning to Eternity Wedding Bands for the wedding ring of their dreams.

Understanding Gold

For many people, gold wedding bands are the first fine piece of jewelry they will buy. Because wedding rings tend to be worn all of the time and over a number of years, it is important to know the difference between yellow and white gold or 10k and 14k. This way you can be confident that the ring you purchase today will be exactly what you want 5, 10 or even 50 years from now.

Gold has been a treasured element for centuries due to in part its luster and durability. A small amount of gold can be pounded into an extremely large area. On its own, gold is fairly easy to bend, dent or scratch, and it does not tarnish or stain skin. Pure or 100% gold is referred to as 24k gold. Though 24k gold is more expensive and luxurious, it is not recommended for a wedding ring because it is not durable enough for everyday wear.

Other metals are usually mixed with gold to make it stronger and less expensive. Gold mixed with another metal is referred to as 18k, 14k or 10k gold in the US. 18k gold is 75% gold, 14k gold is 58.5% gold and 10k gold is 41.7% gold. Though they are not 100% gold, these mixtures are still referred to as “solid gold”. Anything less then 10k (41.7% gold) may not be referred to as “solid gold” in the US.

Different metals can be mixed with gold to create different colors. Generally, nickel is mixed with gold to create white gold. Many people have severe skin reactions to nickel. If this is the case, purchasing a higher quality, maybe 18k, may lesson or completely eliminate the problem. Copper is added to gold to make pink colors and silver is added to make greens. Usually the lower the percentage of gold, the deeper the color appears.

When buying a wedding ring, remember that the ring will be worn every day for many years. It will need to be comfortable, attractive and durable. A good rule of thumb is to purchase the highest quality gold your budget will allow for.

Do You Have A Small Engagement Ring Budget?

We can't all afford a huge sparkler, but a limited budget can turn into a lovely ring! Here are some ways to make the most out of an unpretentious budget.

1. Three Stone Rings - Larger diamonds cost significantly more per carat then smaller ones, so if a one carat solitaire doesn't fit into your budget, a one carat three stone ring of the same quality may. Three Stone Rings can be very impressive looking with sparkle from every direction, and one carat of diamonds appears larger then you may think.

2. Wow With A Wedding Band – who says an engagement ring can’t be a wedding band? Why not surround her entire finger with diamonds by giving her an Eternity Wedding Band? Eternity Wedding Bands are impressive enough to show off to friends and family, yet affordable enough to fit any budget.

3. Lower The Quality – Most people won’t look at the engagement ring with a jewelers loop, so if the ring looks nice and clean at arms length, why not look passed a tiny inclusion? Purchasing an I1 ring will allow you to purchase a much larger ring on a more modest budget.