Engagement Rings
Clean weekly to remove everyday residue. Remove for workouts, heavy lifting, or household chemicals. Inspect prongs and any hidden halos or under-galleries.
Diamond Jewelry Care
With simple at-home care and periodic professional inspections, your Brilliant Diamonds jewelry will keep its fire and brilliance for decades. Use the guidance below to clean, protect, and store your diamond rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
Need help right now? Contact our team for personalized care advice, inspection requests, and repair options.
At-Home Cleaning: Safe, Simple, Effective
Routine cleaning removes lotions, soaps, and everyday buildup that dulls sparkle. The safest method for most diamond jewelry is a gentle soak and soft brushing.
- Prepare a small bowl of warm water with a drop of mild dish soap.
- Soak the jewelry for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Use a soft toothbrush to lightly brush the underside of the setting and behind the stone where residue collects.
- Rinse with clean water and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
Avoid harsh chemicals, bleach, or abrasive cleaners. If you are unsure about a setting or stone combination, ask us before cleaning.
What To Avoid to Protect Your Setting
- Heavy impacts or pressure on prongs and channels, such as gym equipment or hard surfaces.
- Harsh chemicals found in pools, hot tubs, bleach, and industrial cleaners.
- Ultrasonic or steam cleaners on delicate pavé or mixed-gem settings without professional guidance.
- Wearing rings during strenuous activities, contact sports, yard work, or heavy lifting.
- Stacking rings that rub aggressively, which can thin prongs and wear metal over time.
If you ever notice a stone that seems loose, hear a rattle, or see a prong lifted, stop wearing the piece and contact us for an inspection.
Storing Your Diamond Jewelry
Proper storage prevents scratching and minimizes wear to prongs and finishes.
- Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or a lined jewelry box compartment.
- Keep diamonds away from other diamonds to avoid tiny abrasions.
- Remove jewelry before sleeping to avoid snagging or bending prongs.
- Travel with protective cases and avoid loose storage in handbags or pockets.
Professional Care and Inspection
Routine professional inspections help maintain stone security and catch wear early. Our jewelers can check prongs, tighten settings, and restore finish and symmetry if needed.
- Schedule inspections if you notice any movement or after accidental impact.
- Ask about cleaning, polish, and rhodium replating for white gold pieces.
- We can advise on ring sizing to ensure a secure yet comfortable fit.
Care by Jewelry Type
Earrings
Check backings and screw posts regularly. Clean oils that collect behind the stones and at the base of baskets.
Tennis Bracelets and Necklaces
Inspect clasp security and links. Remove before sports and swimming. Clean gently to preserve alignment and articulation.
Lab-Grown Diamonds: Care Notes
Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds with the same hardness and optical properties as mined diamonds, so daily care is identical. The key is to protect the setting, maintain prong integrity, and keep the pavilion and culet areas clean for maximum brilliance.
Learn the 4Cs and certification basics in our Diamond Education guide.
When to Request Service
- You notice stone movement, a lifted prong, or hear a rattle.
- The ring was struck, dropped, or caught on something.
- Visible bending, deep scratches, or metal thinning between stacked rings.
- Loss of finish that regular cleaning does not restore.
Our team will walk you through secure shipping and evaluation steps. Start on the Contact Us page. For shipping best practices, see Shipping and Packaging.
Related Policies and Resources
- Lifetime Warranty for manufacturing defect coverage details.
- 30-Day Returns for eligibility and instructions.
- Risk-Free Shopping overview.
- Custom Engagement Ring Designs if you want to modify or reset a stone.
Diamond Jewelry Care FAQs
How often should I clean my diamond ring?
At home, a gentle clean once per week maintains brilliance. Schedule professional inspections if you notice movement or at the first sign of wear.
Is an ultrasonic cleaner safe?
Ultrasonics can be safe for some solitaire settings but are risky for delicate pave, micro-pave, or mixed-gem pieces. When in doubt, ask our team before using one.
Can I wear my ring in a pool or hot tub?
We do not recommend it. Chlorine and heat can affect certain alloys and finishes, and activity increases the risk of impact or loss.
How do I know if a prong is loose?
If you can feel the stone shift, hear a rattle, or see a prong lifted or misaligned, stop wearing the piece and request an inspection immediately.
Do you offer cleaning and inspection services?
Yes. We can clean, inspect, and advise on tightening, polish, or rhodium replating during service. Start on the Contact Us page.