Jewellery Care
Your Facet Lane piece has been crafted with care and precision, designed to be cherished for a lifetime. To help keep your ring as brilliant as the day you received it, we’ve put together some simple tips for everyday care, cleaning, and maintenance.
Everyday Care – Wear with care
While diamonds are incredibly durable, gold and platinum are precious metals that can wear or scratch over time. We recommend removing your ring or jewellery piece when:
• Exercising, lifting weights, or playing sport
• Cleaning, gardening, cooking, or other manual labour hard on the hands.
• Swimming – chlorine and saltwater can damage metals and settings, and cool water can cause rings to loosen
• Applying lotions, perfumes, or hand sanitiser - Chemicals and abrasives can dull the shine or damage the metal’s surface finish.
Cleaning Your Jewellery Pieces
You can safely clean your jewellery at home with:
• A bowl of warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap
• Soak your piece for 15–20 minutes
• Gently brush with a soft toothbrush (especially under the diamond's setting)
• Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a lint-free cloth
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners unless we’ve specifically confirmed your piece is suitable, as they can loosen stones in delicate settings.
Professional Maintenance – Inspection and Polishing
We recommend a professional check-up every 6–12 months to ensure:
• Diamonds remain secure in their settings
• The claws, prongs, and band show no signs of wear
• The finish is refreshed (high polish or matte as designed)
Metal-Specific Care
Gold Rings
• Gold is a soft metal, so surface scratches are normal with daily wear.
• White gold rings are rhodium plated for a bright white finish; this can be re-plated every 1–2 years to restore shine.
• Avoid stacking rings of different metals or karat weights, as harder metals can wear away the softer one over time.
• Store separately in a soft pouch to prevent friction against other jewellery.
Platinum Rings
• Platinum is naturally white and durable, but can develop a soft “patina” over time, a subtle sheen that many love for its character.
• It can be polished to restore its mirror finish if preferred.
• Platinum does not lose metal when scratched – it simply shifts, meaning your ring will last beautifully for generations when cared for appropriately.
Storage & Travel
• Store jewellery in a soft-lined jewellery box or pouch
• Keep your piece separate from other pieces to prevent scratching
• When travelling, pack your piece securely in a padded case