Finding the perfect fit for your ring is essential, whether it’s an engagement ring, wedding band, or eternity ring. Over time, changes in finger size, weight, or even cold weather can affect how a ring feels, making ring resizing a valuable service for ensuring lasting comfort and security. In this guide, the expert jewellers at Lords share professional insight into the resizing process, which types of rings can be adjusted, and how skilled craftsmanship preserves your jewellery’s beauty and structural integrity.
Understanding the Ring Resizing Process
Ring resizing is a common practice in fine jewellery, allowing a gold ring, silver band, or platinum piece to be adjusted up or down to the correct size. The process varies depending on whether you need your ring smaller or larger. To make a ring smaller, a small section of metal is carefully removed from the band, then seamlessly soldered and polished to restore its smooth finish. To enlarge a ring, new metal of the same material is added to the band to preserve strength and balance.
A reputable jeweller will always take precise measurements and use expert techniques to ensure the finished ring fits comfortably without compromising its original design or ring’s integrity. For gold rings and white gold bands, in particular, the resizing process must be done by an experienced jeweller to maintain the ring’s durability and polished appearance.
If you’re unsure about what’s possible for your ring, the team at Lords can offer expert ring resizing services, guiding you through every step of the process and advising on the best solution for your metal type, design, and desired fit.
Rings That Can and Cannot Be Resized
Most engagement rings, wedding rings, and eternity bands can be resized with ease, but certain ring designs and metals may present limitations. Rings featuring channel set diamonds, intricate designs, or gemstones that encircle the band may require additional care to ensure that the stones remain secure.
Rings made from titanium or tungsten, known for their extreme hardness, generally cannot be resized, as these materials resist heat and reshaping. In such cases, options like ring guards or ring adjusters offer a temporary size solution, allowing you to achieve a better fit without altering the original design.
The experts at Lords specialise in resizing a wide variety of gold rings, white gold pieces, and platinum bands. Each ring is assessed individually in our in-house workshop to ensure that every adjustment respects the metal type, stones, and bespoke jewellery design.
Choosing the Right Jeweller
When it comes to something as meaningful as your engagement ring or wedding band, it’s important to trust your jewellery to a reputable jeweller with years of expertise. At Lords, our expert jewellers handle every resized ring with precision and care. From removing metal and adding new metal to ensuring that diamonds and gemstones remain secure, each step of the resizing process is carried out to the highest standards of craftsmanship.
Our in-house workshop allows us to maintain full quality control over every stage of resizing, polishing, and finishing. Whether it’s yellow gold, pure gold, platinum, or silver, we ensure your ring retains its beauty, balance, and comfort.
Factors That Affect Ring Size
Your finger size can fluctuate throughout your life due to weight changes, temperature, or even the time of year. In warmer weather, rings often feel tight, while during colder months, they can feel loose. These natural variations make professional ring sizing essential for ensuring a perfect fit.
Our experienced jewellers recommend that your ring slides on smoothly but requires a gentle twist to remove. Rings that are too tight can restrict circulation, while a loose ring may risk slipping off unnoticed. If your ring size fluctuates seasonally, a temporary size adjustment or ring guard can offer comfort without permanent modification.
Maintaining the Integrity of Your Ring
A professionally resized ring should look and feel identical to the original. After resizing, expert polishing ensures a flawless shine, while careful inspection guarantees that every stone remains secure. For white gold rings, the process often includes reapplying rhodium plating for a brilliant, lasting finish, while platinum and gold rings receive bespoke polishing for a perfect final look.
At Lords, our jewellers take great pride in protecting each ring’s structural integrity and original design, ensuring that every resized piece retains its timeless elegance and sentimental value.
Expert Advice from Lords
If you’re uncertain about whether your ring can be resized or how much adjustment is possible, our expert jewellers at Lords are here to help. We assess each piece individually, considering its materials, stones, and ring design before recommending the most appropriate resizing or adjustment method.
With decades of experience, our jewellers have perfected the art of resizing engagement rings, wedding bands, and eternity rings while preserving every detail of the bespoke jewellery design. Whether you need your ring adjusted by one size or two sizes, our team ensures a perfect fit and enduring comfort.