Wood ring care is essential for preserving the beauty and durability of your ring. Every Naturaleza piece is handcrafted from natural hardwoods and recycled metals, and with proper care, your ring is designed to last for everyday wear.
Because wood is an organic material, thoughtful wood ring care helps maintain its finish, strength, and appearance over time. This guide explains how to care for wood wedding rings, how our waterproof sealant works, and what to expect from long-term wear.
Are Wood Wedding Rings Durable?
One of the most common questions we receive is: are wood wedding rings durable?
Yes — when properly constructed and maintained, they are engineered for daily wear. Each Naturaleza ring is built with reinforced inlays and finished with a protective waterproof sealant that encapsulates the wood. This sealant adds resistance against scratches, moisture, and discoloration while preserving the natural grain beneath a matte finish.
Proper wood ring care ensures the sealant continues to protect your ring for years.
Waterproof Sealant Protection
All of our wood rings include waterproof sealant at no additional cost.
This protective layer:
• Completely encapsulates the wood
• Protects against light moisture exposure
• Helps prevent discoloration
• Provides a smooth matte finish
The sealant prevents oils or water from penetrating the wood, which means conditioning oils are not necessary for sealed rings.
However, long-term wood ring care includes periodic polishing or reapplication of sealant if desired. We offer professional re-sealing services to refresh the protective finish over time.
Daily Wood Ring Care Tips
To prolong the life of your ring, follow these simple wood ring care guidelines:
• Avoid prolonged contact with water. Regular hand washing is fine.
• Remove your ring before swimming in chlorine or salt water.
• Avoid hot tubs, which can degrade sealants more quickly.
• Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals.
• Remove your ring during heavy labor or activities where it could be struck forcefully.
These small precautions dramatically extend the life of your finish and reduce the need for maintenance.
Understanding how to care for wood wedding rings helps prevent unnecessary wear while allowing you to confidently wear your ring every day.
Material-Specific Care Notes
Different hardwoods may show unique grain patterns and densities, but the wood ring care principles remain consistent across:
• Ñambaro (Cocobolo)
• Nacascolo
• Guayacan
• Koa
• Reclaimed Kentucky bourbon barrel wood
Because these are natural materials, minor surface changes over time are normal and part of the character of a wood ring.
If your ring includes recycled gold, sterling silver, or platinum edges, those metals can be polished separately without affecting the wood inlay.
Maintenance & Re-Sealing
Over time, you may choose to refresh your ring.
We offer:
• Professional polishing
• Sealant reapplication
• Structural repairs if needed
Routine wood ring care combined with occasional professional maintenance ensures your ring remains both durable and visually striking.
Care for Necklaces, Cufflinks & Earrings
While this page focuses primarily on wood ring care, similar principles apply to other Naturaleza pieces.
• Sterling silver clasps and earwires can be polished with a polishing cloth.
• Wood and seed components can be lightly conditioned with natural oil (if unsealed).
• Avoid prolonged water exposure.
If you are unsure whether your piece is sealed or unsealed, contact us before applying any product.
Customer Satisfaction & Repairs
We stand behind our craftsmanship.
If you experience issues with your ring, we gladly perform maintenance and repairs at no charge (customer covers shipping). Proper wood ring care minimizes the need for repair, but we are always here to support you.
Every Naturaleza piece is made with sustainably collected materials and 100% recycled metals, designed with longevity in mind.
