Titanium Wedding Bands Information
Many different types of wedding bands are available. Some are very plain and basic, for instance, a simple band of gold, unadorned and smooth. Some are intricately carved and boast diamonds and other gems. Wedding bands can be made from almost any metal you can imagine, allowing them to reflect the personal style of the wearer. One option is titanium. Coveted for it's incredible tensile strength titanium is a smart choice for many men and women when they design their wedding bands. Does this Spark an idea?
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Titanium's light weight and high strength make it ideal for many applications. Titanium itself is an element that is roughly 45 percent lighter than steel, while being three times stronger, according to Titanium Rings. Known as aircraft aluminum, it has been a favorite material for constructing aircraft since the 1950s. Typically a silvery tone, titanium can be anodized to practically any color that you wish. This makes it distinctive and allows wedding bands constructed of titanium to really stand apart from other bands.
Benefits
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Many men favor titanium for its rugged durability. One of the chief complaints about wedding bands, made by people who work with their hands, is that it is too easy to scratch, dent or break a ring while doing their job. Gold, while beautiful, is extremely soft. For an auto mechanic or construction worker, a band made of gold can quickly become mangled. Platinum, while much harder and durable, is much more expensive and is heavy. A titanium band, on the other hand, is super light, super strong and not susceptible to high temperatures. Even people who works with their hands all day hardly risk damaging a titanium wedding band.
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Features
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Gold and other softer metals can be inlaid within titanium pieces. Because titanium is such a strong metal, it can be made into very intricate designs, with virtually no worry about the design becoming bent or warped. Attempting to bend even the most delicate of filigree designs made out of titanium is next to impossible unless you are using specialized tools. Titanium cannot be scratched and scored as easily or as deeply as other metals, meaning that a wedding band made of titanium will look new for much longer. For couples that want a more elaborate design, including gems and mixtures of metal, titanium wedding bands can be made with an inlay of gold, silver, or platinum. Gems can be set into titanium with little worry of the settings ever coming loose. Unlike some other metals, titanium will never rust or tarnish, making it practically maintenance free.
Considerations
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Fluctuations in weight can be difficult to manage with a titanium band. While it is true that titanium is an excellent choice for a wedding band, there are some points that should be taken into account before purchasing one.
Not all titanium is the same. There are many different grades of titanium, each with a different strength rating. For the most durability and greatest benefit, it is best to select a ring that is crafted from aircraft-grade titanium.
Due to its incredibly strong nature, most jewelers cannot resize a titanium wedding band. If you have a tendency to gain and lose weight, or are planning on having a baby, you may need to wear your ring on a chain during your heavier or lighter times. While it is possible to have a titanium ring sized, it has to be done at a specialized titanium jeweler's facility.
Another issue that some couples may run across with titanium wedding bands is that adding stones to a ring can prove a real challenge, so if you had the intention of adding a stone for every year of marriage, a titanium band might not be for you.
Availability
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Many jewelers carry a line of titanium pieces. Titanium wedding bands can be purchased at most jewelers these days. The rings have become increasingly popular, and as such many jewelers stock a wide selection. There are also a number of jewelers online that specialize in titanium jewelry. If you are looking for something truly customized in titanium, this is often the best way to go. A specialist can help you design a custom band that will be up to the task of living happily ever after.
Surprisingly, given all of its wonderful features, titanium remains one of the most affordable metals on the bridal jewelry market at 2010.
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References
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