does your favorite ring need to be resized down and you need some options
on what can be done? sometimes due to the material or design of the Ring it is not
possible for a jeweler to resize properly by cutting the extra metal out
of the shank and soldering or welding the ends back together.
for example titanium, tungsten, stainless steel and wood are impossible or nearly
impossible to resize. other times a jeweler can run into problems when
dealing with intricate designs. we researched high and low for the
different ways that rings can be resized without cutting and found that there are
many ways to do so. we hope you find this info useful and that it provides you
with a solution that suits your needs. if it helps you please consider smashing
that like button and leaving a comment letting us know which solution helped
you. before we get started here are some common terms used to describe the
methods used to resize a ring without actual cutting. adjuster, insert, reducer
guard. in our case, due to the intricate design and the custom engraving resizing
this ring down by cutting was not an option as it could cause it not to have
the proper tension to hold the diamond securely. it may also alter the original
look of the ring. in the end we decided to use an alternative method that was
simple. it has worked very well and has lasted over one year without any issues,
required no maintenance and has also stayed very clean. with daily wear and
hand washing this method has passed the test of time. ok let's review a few of
the alternatives before I demo how to resize using our method. plus as a bonus
at the end of the video look for our method of using cell phone screen
protector film to resize a wedding ring. first we have the liquid plastic
silicone or hot glue method. you apply a layer of liquid plastic silicone or glue
around the shank of the ring to reduce the diameter. this method is not ideal as
it can be very messy and usually hard to apply evenly. some people also recommend
using food grade or aquarium grade silicone but certain metals can react to
that considering that some rings are made of alloyed metals. it can also cause
skin reactions as well. next the plastic ring guard. some people
use a plastic tube, inserts or coils. this method can be cumbersome if not sized
properly. so you will want to get a tube or coil with a diameter similar to the
shank of the ring so that it is not too loose. there is also a string or cloth
ring guard I've seen people using to wrap around the shank of the ring. the
issue with using string or cloth is that they absorb moisture and sweat and this
can be an issue long term where bacteria can grow. welded or soldered metal ring
guards are also common. using this method a jeweler will solder metal, beads
tension Springs or bars or plates on the inside of the ring. the size and number
of the beads or the shape of the springs or bars will determine the fit.
note that some people have issues with the beads when putting the ring on or
taking it off. lastly we have metal insert ring guards. this method uses a
metal strip, insert or spring that is secured or clamped to the shank of the
ring to effectively reduce the diameter of it. these guards can also be made with
the metal matching the color of your ring. one issue with this method is that
if your ring is plated white gold, for example, the plating can be scratched off
earlier than normal at the attachment or contact points. as you can see there are
quite a few alternatives for resizing a ring without actually resizing it down.
there are still other methods out there so we hope this video provides
information for you to get started in your search for a solution. many of these
methods have worked well for many and some work better than others. while some
methods will resize fractions of a size, others can adjust multiple sizes. in the
end you'll have to see which method will work for you and your lifestyle. let us
next take a look at how to apply our unique method. this is the monofilament
ring guard. in our method I make use of monofilament fishing line. it's clear
doesn't absorb water and dirt and when tied correctly has a very clean look and
does not need any maintenance. let's see how it's done. here I have 30 pound
monofilament fishing line about 40 centimetres long. start by running the
line through the ring leaving one end longer
than the other. leave the short end long enough so that you have enough slack for
use to tighten at the end of the process. both ends will be used to pull to
tighten the entire assembly at the end. the aim is to wrap the filament in loops
evenly around the shank in a way that each loop lines up consistently. after
wrapping each loop pull on the line to tighten and cause it to form in the
shape of the shank. this will allow you to keep the loops in line easier. use
your fingers to hold on to the loops so that they don't get out of alignment.
at the end of the wrapping, each of the ends of the line will be threaded through all
the loops made around the shank.
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you may need to roll the loops a little to complete the threading.
after completing the threading make sure all the loops are aligned again and slowly
pull to tighten. do not tighten too much as you need the loops to be loose for
the other end of the line to be threaded. [Music]
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repeat the threading for the other end.
now you can slowly pull to tighten the ends of the line. the tension created
will hold everything together firmly. [Music]
align the loops if any are out of place. [Music]
you can experiment with thicker lines if you need to downsize more, but there will
be a limit to how thick a line you can use. also if you are familiar with
different kinds of knots you can use those to get a different look or fit.
once tightened, the ends can be carefully cut and you will have a cleanly resized
ring. thanks for watching to the end of our video.
as a bonus here's an alternative to resizing a wedding ring using cell phone
screen protection film. it won't resize by many sizes but works good for minor
adjustments. take some cell phone screen protection film and cut to size. here, I
use my spare phantom skins film. measure the width to slightly less than the
width of the Ring's band. max length would be the circumference of the ring. search
online to find the circumference based on the ring size. adjust the length as
necessary. if you don't need to resize much you can use a shorter length. first
clean the ring with the included microfiber cloth and application spray.
or if you don't have any spray use a mixture of water mixed with a little
rubbing alcohol spray the ring and your fingers to lubricate and prevent
contamination of oils and dust during installation. remove the outer plastic
layers from the film from both sides of the film if there are two don't forget
which side of the film is for attaching. this side will be attached to the ring.
insert the film and attached to the ring gently then line up the film evenly.
the ring should still be wet with the application solution at this point.
use the microfiber to absorb excess solution but be careful not to move the
film. gently tap the film to make sure all of it is touching the ring surface
evenly. allow the solution to air dry completely before continuing with this
next step. carefully and slowly use your finger to press the film onto the ring
to help it adhere. make minor adjustments to the alignment if necessary, then
firmly press to fully attach the film. in this case I have a comfort fit ring and
the film will have to be pressed in a way to wrap it around the curvature of
the band. leave overnight to cure and you're done. thanks for watching! ~Frakking_Creations