How to Clean a Diamond Ring
Show off the natural beauty of your diamond ring by periodically cleaning it at home with a few common household products.
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You Will Need
- 1/4 c. ammonia
- Dishwashing liquid
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Lint-free towel
- Rubber gloves (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Soak
Soak the ring for 20 minutes in a mixture of 1 cup warm water and ¼ cup ammonia.
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Wear rubber gloves to protect your hands.
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Step 2
Rinse
Rinse the ring in a solution of warm water with a splash of dishwashing liquid.
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Step 3
Scrub gently
Gently scrub around the diamond and the ring with a toothbrush. Use the bristles of the toothbrush to clean hard-to-get-to areas around the diamond. Use toothpaste to scrub the diamond.
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Step 4
Rinse
Rinse the ring thoroughly with warm water.
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Step 5
Dry
Set the ring on a lint-free towel and let it dry.
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Step 6
Show off
Show off your sparkling clean diamond.
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Approximately 65 percent of all diamonds come from African countries.
