If your ring is sliding off your finger, it might be time to have it re-sized.You can have a jeweler do it for you, but there are a few other ways you can make it your own, especially if your ring is on the cheap.In this article, we will show you how to make your ring fit on your finger.
Step 1: The ring needs to be cleaned thoroughly.
The ring should be soaked in hot water and dishwashing soap.The metal and stones should be brushed with a soft toothbrush.Before moving on, the ring should be dry.The metal band of a ring can be damaged by cleaners with bleach, acetone or chlorine.
Step 2: Silicone sealant can be applied with a coffee stir stick.
It's important to use clear silicone, like food grade or aquarium grade.The bottom part of the ring is the most important part.If the ring is loose on your finger, you should use a small amount of silicone.
Step 3: The coffee stir stick can be used to smooth the Silicone.
As the silicone will be against your skin, you will want to smooth it out as much as possible.Run the stick along the inside of the ring.If you want to clean the outside of the ring, you can use a wet paper towel.
Step 4: Allow the cure to be silicone.
Depending on the type of silicone you use, it can take anywhere from 24 to 48 hours.It will take longer for the silicone to cure, so don't wear your ring during this time.You just need to scratch at it with your fingernails if you want to remove it.
Step 5: Rub the ring with soap and put it on a ring mandrel.
It is possible to use bar soap or dishwashing soap.Before sliding the ring on the mandrel, make sure it is evenly coated.The graduated metal cone is used to size rings.You can get them from general online retailers.
Step 6: The ring should be tapped with a mallet or hammer.
Your strikes should be firm and gentle.You want to move the ring further down the mandrel by striking at a downward angle.To evenly stretch the ring, turn it as you strike it.If you have access to it, use a vice to secure it.This will make it a lot simpler.You should cover the ring with a soft cloth if you only have a hammer.
Step 7: If you want to try it on, remove the ring from the mandrel.
You can place the ring on the mandrel and hammer it until it fits if it is still too tight.This method can only stretch a half a ring.The mallet can be used to get the ring out.
Step 8: Put the ring on the center of the band.
Don't force it on; it's fine if the ring sits above the knuckle.The underside of the ring should be marked with a marker.
Step 9: Use a pair of wire cutters to cut the ring.
You can use dedicated wire cutter or pliers with a cutting edge.You drew the line on the ring.Ensure an even cut by applying pressure smoothly.
Step 10: Use the flat nose pliers to open the ring.
Keep the ring as even as possible by bending it.
Step 11: The cut edges should be filed.
The file you want to use is a metalworking file.It will take longer to file down the ends if you use a nail file.You want the ends to be flat so they won't scratch you.After filing them down, you can use a nail buffer.
Step 12: If you want to check the size, try the ring on.
The open edges of the ring should not dig into your finger when you move it.Remove the ring and widen it with pliers if it's still too tight.
Step 13: The center of the ring is marked.
It will be easier to do while wearing the ring.Make sure the stones are on top of your finger.You can mark the center of the band with a marker.Black is the best color for gold and silver.
Step 14: Use wire cutters to cut the ring.
You can use dedicated wire cutter or pliers with a cutting edge.You drew the line on the ring.Ensure an even cut by applying pressure smoothly.
Step 15: Place the file down the cut edges.
If you use a nail file for metal work, make sure it is made of metal.Only removing a small amount of metal at a time.
Step 16: Try to get on the ring.
The outside of the pliers should run along the ring.The cut ends of the ring need to be squeezed together.Make sure the ring is circular by keeping the pressure on.After closing the gap, try on the ring.Try the ring again if it is still too loose.
Step 17: The ring needs to be cleaned up.
You can get a buffing block from any beauty store.The edges of your finger will not be scratched by this.You can use a torch and solder to close the ring.