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How can you clean of ring mold?

After I wear a ring for a while, the band parts starts to turn green or become discolored.

asked by Rajesh (321)

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First of all, it isn't mold. Copper turns green when it reacts with different elements. Most metals are mixed with copper. To avoid the green colouring buy pure metals instead.

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You can purchase a special jewelry cleaner which has a tray you use to dip the jewelry into a solution. Alternatively you can soak the ring in ammonia for 15-20 seconds, rinse with water and repeat if necessary.

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posted by chriskim (59)
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First try cleaning with soapy water and a toothbrush, followed by a bleach rinse. Then purchase jewelry cleaner specific to the metal of the ring - ie: silver cleaner for silver. Apply a small amount of the cleaner at a time and rub into the metal until the ring is shiny again and the mold is gone.

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posted by Mello10 (124)
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This isn't mold, it's a chemical reaction between the metal and your skin, sometimes caused by hand lotion. Use jewlery cleaner or a buffing cloth to clean your ring.

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