Tungsten jewelry, like any other ring, can lose its luster and become dirty. It's difficult to physically damage tungsten jewelry since it doesn't scratch or bend easily. The only way you might damage it is by dropping it on a tiled floor or crushing it in a vice. However, unlike metals, tungsten carbide can be chemically affected by common household chemicals. Therefore, cleaning a tungsten carbide ring can be a bit tricky. Most modern cleaning products or gold cleaning solutions are not designed to clean tungsten and won't remove tarnish effectively. They can severely impact the integrity of the alloy. Once the integrity of your ring is compromised, it becomes significantly less durable. This means that your once invulnerable tungsten piece could become as fragile as traditional jewelry. To remove tarnish from tungsten jewelry, use a tarnish remover specifically designed for tungsten rings. You can find such products online by searching for "tungsten ring tarnish remover." "Harper and Hopkins" is one of the brands available.
Part 1
Step 1: First, your ring might simply be dirty.
First, your ring might simply be dirty. Prepare a cleaning solution. Since many soaps and detergents (and even jewelry cleaning solutions) react with the components of tungsten carbide rings, you shouldn't use them. To clean your tungsten ring, simply dissolve a few drops of hand soap or a mild dish soap in warm water. Soak your ring for a few minutes.
Step 2: If the ring is still dull, you'll need to use a specialized tarnish remover.
If the ring is still dull, you'll need to use a specialized tarnish remover. Apply a very small amount of the tarnish remover to your ring using a stick.
Step 3: With the cloth included, polish the tarnish, making sure to work along the entire surface of the ring.
Step 4: Rinse the ring in mild soapy water.
Rinse the ring in mild soapy water. Once the ring is clean, place it under a stream of warm water.
Step 5: Wipe it dry.
Wipe it dry. Use a cotton cloth to dry your ring.
