3 Things that Make Wooden Wedding Rings to Last for a Long Time
Are you considering wooden wedding rings for your big day? If yes, you will get chic and glossy woods designed as wedding bands with more emphasis on tradition, simplicity, and elegance. Though metal wedding rings are popular, wooden bands are the latest trend and well-accepted among brides and grooms.
According to an article published on https://www.forbes.com, men looking for wedding rings these days prefer finding the perfect style for him than grabbing a good deal. Then, how long do wooden rings last? Here are things to consider:
1. Wood types
Usually, woods used for wedding bands are hardwood including teak, mahogany, koa, ash, etc. That is the reason softer woods are not so popular because these are prone to dents and scratches easily compared to hardwood. Softwood rings might also bend or break. Therefore, always opt for hardwood wedding rings, as they are tough and durable.
Wooden rings also have a touch of class and sophistication, thus making beautiful pieces of jewelry for your big day. You can mix metal with wood to toughen the ring, more so if you have chosen a softer wood. Besides, wood inlaid into metals like gold, platinum, or silver makes your wedding band look stunning.
2. Appropriate care and maintenance
The durability of your wooden ring depends on how you care and maintain the piece of jewelry. You know that repairing metal bands is much simpler than wood rings, which means the latter require more care and maintenance. That does not mean that wooden wedding rings are fragile or break easily. With proper varnish, protective coating, and maintenance, a wooden wedding band will last as long as metal rings.
All you need to do is care for your wooden ring a little more than metal ones. Did you know that metal rings with wood inlays come with protective varnish in the inset?
3. Lifestyle
The kind of lifestyle you have also matter in protecting your wedding wood ring. If you are using water for washing plates, avoid wearing your ring at that time. That is because prolonged moisture exposure may damage the ring. Wooden rings might swell in water and become stained, and therefore, avoid wearing these when using water.
Professionals who work under high-temperature conditions or with electricity, wood rings are their best bet. This way, wood rings are safe because they do not conduct heat or electrocute people.
Final words
Wedding wood rings are a one-off substitute compared to metal bands. Besides, you can insert the wood into metals like gold, platinum, or silver to make your jewelry look beautiful and personalized. Wooden rings with a little care and maintenance will last as long as metal bands. Additionally, wooden wedding rings have some symbolic significance like love, romance, bonding, courage, etc. Wood rings come in a variety of designs, shapes, sizes, and colors. Therefore, there is no reason not to try wooden rings for your wedding, which are beautiful, eco-friendly, and sustainable. Now that you have this article to read, you can make the right choice.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
