Maintenance , Storage and Cleaning

The key to maintaining championship rings is to avoid chemicals, friction, and moisture, and to extend their lifespan through gentle cleaning and proper storage. With proper care, championship rings can maintain their beautiful shine for a long time. Here is the maintenance guidance for you:

I. Daily Maintenance

1. Avoid Contact with Chemicals: 

• Avoid exposure to Perfumes, cosmetics, hairsprays, detergents, and other chemicals, as they can corrode the gold plating.
• Avoid wearing the championship ring when coming into contact with seawater, swimming pool water, hot spring water, etc. Chlorine, salt, and other minerals in the water may damage the gold-plated layer.
• Avoid wearing it during exercise because the salt and acidic substances in sweat may corrode the gold-plated layer, and collisions during exercise may also cause the ring to deform or the gold-plated layer to peel off.
• Remove the ring before applying makeup, bathing, swimming, cooking, gardening or doing household chores.

2. Avoid High Temperatures and Humidity:

• High temperatures and humid environments can accelerate oxidation or peeling of the gold-plated layer.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or damp conditions.

3. Prevent Friction and Impact:

• The gold-plated layer can easily be scratched by hard objects, so avoid contact with sharp items or rough surfaces.
• Store the ring separately to prevent friction with other jewelry.

II. Cleaning Methods

1. Gentle Cleaning:

• Mix warm water with a small amount of mild detergent (e.g., dish soap) and gently scrub the ring's surface with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
• Avoid using hard brushes or abrasive cleaners to prevent scratching the gold-plated layer.

2. Drying and Polishing:

• Dry the ring with a soft cotton cloth or glasses cloth to prevent water stains.
• Use a dedicated jewelry polishing cloth to gently buff the ring and restore its shine.

3. Professional Cleaning:

    If the ring has stubborn stains or severe oxidation, take it to a professional jeweler for cleaning.

III. Storage Methods

1. Store Separately:

    Place the championship rings in a separate jewelry box or soft pouch to avoid contact with other jewelry.

2. Prevent Moisture and Oxidation:

    Place desiccants or moisture-absorbing beads in the jewelry box to prevent the ring from getting damp or oxidizing.

3. Avoid Compression:

• Avoid storing it together with other sharp and hard jewelry to prevent scratching each other and damaging the gold-plated layer.
• Avoid heavy objects pressing on the ring during storage to prevent deformation or peeling of the gold-plated layer.

IV. Precautions

1. Regular Inspection:

    Regularly check the gold-plated layer for wear or peeling and repair it promptly.

2. Avoid Frequent Cleaning:

    Over-cleaning can accelerate wear on the gold-plated layer. Clean the ring once every one to two season.

3. Re-plating:

    If the gold-plated layer is severely worn, take it to a professional jeweler for re-plating to restore its shine.