How to increase the size of a ring with a stone

Sometimes it happens that you have to increase the ring size. The reason for this action may be due to the wrong choice of jewelry size. Perhaps someone simply didn’t know the size and couldn’t find the right ring. It happens that the hand has recovered or, conversely, at the time of purchase it was swollen, swollen, and then lost weight. But is it difficult to adjust the product to size? And what is the best way to do this?

Simple and safe option with boring

It is quite possible to increase the size of a ring with a stone in the simplest and safest way - through boring the product. This procedure involves cutting out the inner layer of the tire. It allows you to enlarge your ring by about half a size. The method is ideal for products with decorative and precious stones that have a wide shank.

The process is usually performed using a special machine with a clamp. It is not suitable for rings that are too thin. Only for wide ones. Takes approximately 10-30 minutes. However, this method has its drawbacks. Due to the use of rolling or boring, the thickness of the tire will decrease. It will become thinner than its original thickness.

What to do if the ring has a stone or a diamond?

Work on resizing often begins with heating the product, and stones, especially precious ones, cannot be subjected to heat treatment. They may change color, become cloudy, or crack. Therefore, before starting work, the jeweler must warn the client that the stone will have to be removed while the metal is being processed , as well as about an increase in payment for the work performed.
After stretching the ring, the stone is returned to its place. Sometimes boring can be used to increase the size of a ring with a stone. The decisive factor in this is the thickness of the tire . If it is sufficient, then the decoration can be increased by a maximum of half a size. The work will take from 10 to 30 minutes, all this time the stone will be in its place. There is no need to delete it.

Another method used for inlaid jewelry is to insert a piece of metal. In this case, the jeweler will prefer to laser solder the gold patch. Upon completion of the work - polishing, grinding - the applied part will not be visible, but such processing will take at least an hour.

Metal inserts

To increase the size of the ring, you can use inserts made of a suitable metal. During the work, the master carefully cuts the shank from below (in the place where it touches the finger). And then he begins to push it apart as much as it will be necessary to increase the size of the decoration. For example, if you need to increase the product by one size, it needs to be expanded by approximately 3.14 mm.

The resulting space is covered with a small piece of metal, completely matching the parameters and appearance of the ring itself. In this case, the joints are treated not only with a laser, but also with fire. To give the jewelry a natural shine, you need to immerse it in a solution with boric acid. After this, you will not even be able to distinguish where the original metal patch is located, and where the factory tire begins.

The type of soldering directly depends on the existing shape of the stone on the product. You can increase the ring size by soldering an insert made of identical metal in at least an hour. Sometimes it takes more time to process a product.

How do they do this in the workshop?

If there is a need to change the size of a product made of gold, silver or platinum, then you need to contact a specialist in a jewelry workshop. Your gold jewelry will be stretched or rolled out for you in minimal time and little money. It is better not to subject a silver product coated with a layer of rhodium to such treatment, because the outer surface may change its original appearance .
Platinum is a refractory metal, so it is impossible to change the size of such a ring without special equipment, which is not available in every workshop. Using professional tools, jewelers enlarge ring sizes in several ways.

Important! Engraved jewelry cannot be enlarged without deforming the lettering.

Roll out

This method is used quite often. It is simple and suitable for many jewelry, but it is not advisable to roll out a ring with a thin shank (the inner part of the ring adjacent to the finger) because it becomes even thinner. The wizard's algorithm will be as follows:

measuring the size and cleaning the jewelry;
rolling out the bottom to the desired parameter;
giving the correct shape;
cleaning and polishing.

Important! Rings with designs, stones, inserts, or those with a bimetallic composition are not rolled out.

Stretching

This method is used more often than others. It is referred to when enlarging a gold ring with a thin shank without openwork inserts or a precious stone . With its help, you can change the jewelry by 1-3 sizes in half an hour, but at the same time the inner surface of the jewelry will become thinner. Wide rings cannot be stretched in this way. The process consists of several stages:

determining the required size for mechanical stretching;
heating the product and placing it on a rotating crossbar, as a result of which the softened metal of the ring is slightly lowered down the cone, and the internal size increases;
washing, cleaning, grinding and polishing the accessory.

Insert the required piece of metal

To increase the ring size by one size, it needs to be widened by 3.14 mm. This is done in the following way:

the decoration is cut and moved apart to the required distance;
the cut site is covered with a piece of metal that matches in color, shape and standard;
joints are soldered or laser processed if there is inlay;
At the final stage, the product is bleached and polished.

Important! At the end of the work, which will take at least an hour, the client should have a piece of jewelry on his hand without any signs of additional processing.

Bored

The size does not change radically in this way. People turn to it if you need to enlarge the ring quite a bit, and the thickness of the product allows you to lose some of the metal without changing the outer surface . The work will take an hour. The essence of the method is to remove the thinnest strip of gold, which will help the jewelry fit more freely and comfortably on the finger. The appearance of the product will not change, no one around will notice traces of processing.

Important! The disadvantage of this method is the loss of the ground part of the expensive metal, but sometimes this is the only way in which the jewelry can be worn.

Using the Pinocchio tool

To increase the size of jewelry, a device called “Pinocchio” is often used. During the procedure, a ring is usually put on it and they begin to stretch it by increasing the size of the cone. However, before you increase the ring size using Pinocchio, you need to heat the product. Otherwise, you risk tearing the jewelry or deforming it.

According to experts, this option is perfect for working with wedding rings and products of the most common round shape. On average, such work does not take more than 25-30 minutes.

Which rings should not be stretched?

In order not to waste time looking for a good jeweler, it is worth checking whether the jewelry is included in the category of jewelry that cannot be resized or not. An approximate list of restrictions that apply in jewelry workshops is known:

titanium models inlaid with precious stones;
rhodium-plated silver rings;
rings made of jewelry alloys;
models with engraving, enamel;
bi-alloy;
transformers.

Used inlaid rings are subjected to ultrasonic cleaning before stretching.

If the jewelry does not fall into this list of restrictions, then, having found a jeweler with good recommendations, you need to find out how he plans to stretch the shank . You need to know what risks the precious stones with which the jewelry has become encrusted will be exposed to.

Application of mechanical stretching of metal

When answering the question of whether it is possible to increase the size of the ring, one cannot help but recall the method of mechanical stretching of the metal. However, the method is not suitable for products with complex decorative patterns. The presence of a small stone in this case is allowed. The ring itself should also not be too wide. Its approximate thickness should not be more than 10 mm.

During the work process, the master usually performs calculations and determines the size. After that, he rotates the fixed decoration on a special crossbar and heats it. Thus, he manages to achieve suitable dimensions of the product. At the end of the procedure, it is necessary to eliminate roughness and uneven areas of the tire. To do this, it is cleaned and polished.

Ways to stretch a ring

Since the method of how to expand a ring at home is not the easiest and gives a guaranteed result, let’s turn to professionals. If there are stones on the jewelry, for example, a diamond ring, then they will need to be temporarily removed so as not to accidentally break or deform. There are 4 stretching methods.

Rolling out

The ring is rolled out to the desired size using a special tool. This method is only suitable for fairly thick products. A thin piece of jewelry may not survive and simply break.

Inserting a piece of material:

The ring is cut in one place, usually near the sample.
A piece of metal of the same quality and grade is inserted into the cut site so that the fragment does not differ in appearance.
The soldering point is welded. The seam is not visible to the naked eye, its thickness does not exceed 0.1 mm

Boring

This is a method in which a portion of the metal is ground off inside the jewelry. The appearance of the product does not change. How much it costs needs to be clarified directly in the workshop.

Stretching with Pinocchio

“Pinocchio” is a special cone-shaped device on which jewelry is placed. Before processing, the ring is heated and pulled onto the cone.

How to increase ring size at home

Changing the size of a product is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. Therefore, in most cases, experts recommend not even trying. There is a huge risk that you will damage the product. In such cases, it is best to contact specialists.

However, if you are still determined, you will need the following tools for the job:

Special crossbar.
Gas-burner.
Small rubber mallet.

But keep in mind that having all these tools does not give any guarantee that you will succeed. First, you need to take the ring and clamp it, for example, with pliers or round nose pliers. Then you need to turn on the burner and heat the product to its characteristic red color. Next, you should leave the decoration for a few minutes so that it cools down a little. And when it is slightly warm, all you have to do is insert it into the crossbar and start rolling.

How much does it cost to stretch a ring?

Jewelers in any salon can stretch the ring. But you shouldn’t take your word for it, because in the worst case, you will lose your favorite ring forever. Be sure to inquire about the following things before entrusting your jewelry:

way of doing the work;
quality of the tools used;
Is there a guarantee?

Important! Depending on the method chosen, part of the ring remains. In reliable shops, the jeweler should give you the part that was removed, and not keep it for himself.

The cost of ring enlargement starts from 600 rubles for a standard procedure (gold engagement ring without inserts). The more expensive the stone, the greater the risks. For a product with a diamond they will demand at least 2 thousand rubles. Specialists will not undertake work on a product that has cracks or chips.

What products can be rolled out?

Before you start rolling, keep in mind that not all products can be processed in this way. For example, you cannot use rolling for rings with rotating inserts. You should not try this method for bimetallic products. It is not recommended to roll out even if there are inscriptions, engravings and drawings.

If your rings contain stones, you must carefully remove them before performing the procedure. Otherwise, when the ring is stretched, they may leave their “nests” and jump out. At the end of the work, you can return the stones back and securely fix them using pliers, for example.

Why change your ring size?

There are many reasons for changing ring sizes. It could be:

A significant change in a person's build. We are all human and from time to time we gain weight or lose weight. Naturally, this also affects the thickness of the fingers. Moreover: the diameter of the finger can change depending on the time of day, the amount of water drunk, ambient temperature and other factors. That is why it is recommended to try on rings in the middle of the day, not in the heat, and refrain from drinking large amounts of water.
The appearance of swelling. Swelling is not always associated with diseases of the kidneys and cardiovascular system. Often this trouble is a companion to pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. In this case, you should definitely not rush to change the size of the jewelry. You can simply stop wearing it for a while or move it to a chain and hang it around your neck - and after a couple of months the swelling will subside and the size will return to prenatal values.
Initial ring mismatch in size. Absolutely all jewelry stores that have physical retail space provide the opportunity to try on jewelry. It’s another matter when the ring is purchased as a gift (as is often the case with engagement models) and there is no possibility of preliminary fitting. It happens that rings are inherited. Sometimes they represent heirlooms of great value and must be treated with great care.

It is impossible to return a ring purchased in a regular retail chain to the store - jewelry cannot be exchanged or returned. If you are purchasing jewelry as a gift, it is better to use the services of online stores: a ring that does not fit in size can be returned within 14 days from the date of delivery.

So, if all other options have been exhausted, you really want to wear a ring, but it is too big or doesn’t fit, you can slightly adjust its size.

Ways to resize a product

If you decide to reduce the size of the ring yourself, then use the methods listed below.

Method No. 1 : Silicone lining. It can be purchased at a jewelry store. You just need to attach such a lining to the inside of the decoration.

Method #2 : Manicure polish that has no color. It must be applied to the inside of the product layer by layer.

Method No. 3 : Epoxy glue. This composition can be applied to the inside of the ring. When it hardens, it will remain transparent.

Method No. 4 : Disposable inserts. Take a nylon thread and wind it in one part on the product. Then put the insert on.

Method #5 : Wire cutters. Cut the decoration, remove the required part and sand the edges well. You will only have to wear such a product in such a way that the soldered side is not visible.

Regardless of which method you choose, be careful and attentive!

When it is not possible to change the size of the decoration

It is not recommended to reduce or enlarge any ring. In what cases is this not possible? Here are the most common situations.

♦ Costume jewelry . With certain manipulations, an inexpensive ring can change color, oxidize, or burst.

♦ Jewelry with precious stone . When making changes, the stone may fall out.

♦ There is an engraving . Due to mechanical influences, such decor will lose its original attractiveness.

♦ Silver plated with rhodium . When heated, this coating will change its original appearance.

♦ Platinum . There is a high risk of getting a black mark. To work with this metal, special equipment is required. Also, for a high-quality result, a highly qualified jeweler is extremely important.

Reducing the size of jewelry rings:

If suddenly you were given a ring, and it just so happens that it doesn’t quite suit you in size, then returning the gift is somehow wrong, and besides, you liked it, but because it’s too big, or vice versa small you cannot wear your new precious jewelry. But don’t worry, because the problem of a person’s ring being too big is quite common, but this problem can be solved.

Reduce the diameter of a jewelry ring using compression - from 300 rubles.
Reduce the size of a gold ring - from 400 rubles.
It is also possible to insert metal inside the ring - from 1000 rubles (excluding metal).

Today, there are several ways to reduce a ring. This procedure can be carried out by cutting out excess metal. You can also resize the product using compression. But if your jewelry contains precious stones, then the compression method is not suitable. Another way is not to cut metal from the ring, but, on the contrary, to add it. The method is very unusual, but it is universal. That is, by adding metal you can reduce absolutely any ring.

Determine the correct size

Of course, when buying such an expensive gift, it is best to know the exact size, or even better, buy it in the presence of the lady of your heart. In this case, you need to keep in mind that your fingers may swell in the morning, especially in hot weather. It can also occur after exercise, as well as at elevated temperatures during illness.

Important! The thickness of the fingers on the left and right hands is different.

If you don’t know the exact size, you can calculate it using simple methods at home:

A strip 1 cm wide is inserted inside the product. A mark is made with a pencil in the place where one of the edges ends. The length of the marked strip is measured with a ruler. The resulting number is divided by 3.14 - this will be the size of the jewelry.
The most accurate way at home is to measure the internal diameter with a caliper, but not everyone has one.
You can measure using coins, if you have them: 1 ruble - size 21, 50 kopecks - size 19.5, 5 kopecks - 19, 10 kopecks - 18, 1 kopeck - size 16.
The simplest, but not the most accurate, is to measure the size of the ring with a ruler, and you need to take the inner diameter.

Signs associated with increasing the size of a wedding ring

Wedding rings are a symbol of love and fidelity, a kind of amulet of a family idyll. There are a large number of beliefs and signs about the accessory. One of them predicts disaster in the event of breakage or damage to jewelry. And this makes me think: is it possible to enlarge a wedding ring, especially by insertion?

Remember, if the engagement ring is too small for you, you should not consider this a problem. Because there are always professional jewelers who will solve this problem in an hour or two. And you will again be able to wear your favorite piece of jewelry, rather than storing it in a home box. Wear symbols of eternal love and be loved!