Mark Shimizu Design

Did you know some everyday activities can slowly damage your rings over time? 💍

We love seeing people enjoy and wear their jewelry every day, but there are a few situations where taking your rings off may help protect them in the long run.

Here are 3 times we recommend removing your rings:

🏊 Swimming — frequent chlorine exposure can weaken metals over time and may lead to structural wear or loose stones.

🌱 Gardening — dirt, minerals, and abrasion can wear down metal and prongs faster than many people realize.

🏋️ The Gym — repeated pressure from heavy lifting can bend rings, weaken settings, or even contribute to stone loss over time.

A one-time workout or swim probably isn’t a big deal—but repeated exposure over months and years can definitely add up.

If you’re in Windsor or Sonoma County and want your jewelry professionally checked, cleaned, or inspected, stop by and see us. We’re always happy to help make sure your jewelry stays beautiful and secure for years to come. ✨

📍 Mark Shimizu Design — Downtown Windsor, CA
🛠 Jewelry Repair • Custom Jewelry • Ring Inspections • Estate Jewelry

What activity surprised you the most? Let us know below 👇