How to Clean a Brushed 18 Carat White Gold Ring

The popularity of utilizing white gold as a material for wedding bands began after World War II, when the use of platinum was banned for anything other than military uses. It is still popular today because of its versatility, price and beauty. White gold is less expensive than platinum and more durable than yellow gold. Cleaning your white gold wedding band can be achieved at home with products that can be found in your pantry.

Things You'll Need

• Ammonia
• Water
• Small bowl
• Soft bristled toothbrush
• Soft cotton cloth
• Jewelry box

Instructions

1. Prepare a solution of equal parts ammonia and water in a small bowl.

2. Soak the ring in the ammonia solution for 20 minutes.

3. Remove the ring from the solution and work any debris off with a soft bristled toothbrush.

4. Rinse the ammonia solution off the ring with warm water and dry it off with a soft cotton cloth.

5. Store the ring in a small separate compartment of a jewelry box to avoid any other jewelry inadvertently scratching the ring.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask a jeweler before immersing the ring in ammonia if it is embellished with any jewels or pearls.

References

• Bliss Rings: How to Maintain a White Gold Wedding Ring