every 1-2 years
We usually recommend getting white gold items rhodium plated every 1-2 years. Depending on your bodies specific oils some people need rhodium plating more often than others. Rhodium is a liquid metal in the platinum family that attaches through electric current to metals such as gold and silver.

Does white gold need to be Redipped?

Having a ring redipped mostly applies to white gold jewelry. A ring made of white gold needs to be rhodium plated in order to keep its white color. During this process, electric currents are used to bond rhodium to the existing metal. This gives your white gold ring that bright, white shine you love!

How do you care for white gold rhodium plating?

Whether we are talking about white gold or silver, rhodium plated jewelry requires a little bit of maintenance. You need a soft microfiber cloth and a bowl with lukewarm water. You can add a few drops of a mild detergent to the water, but stay away from harsh chemicals.

Which is better rhodium plated or sterling silver?

One of the biggest benefits of rhodium is that it doesn’t tarnish. A rhodium-plated piece of jewelry can keep its shiny luster for years. While not as reflective as rhodium, silver can be polished to a beautiful shine. Sterling silver is considered to be hypoallergenic as there is no nickel in its composition.

Why does white gold jewelry need to be rhodium plated?

So in order for white gold to have a nice crisp bright white color (like platinum), the jewelry is rhodium plated. This plating really improves the appearance of the white gold jewelry. Note: We also upgraded customer’s diamond to a 1ct Ideal Cut.

When to use rhodium plating on your hair?

Rhodium plating is like coloring your hair, only for jewelry. When you have grey hair, you get it colored. When color is recently added, your hair looks amazing! The same goes for your white gold jewelry. When you rhodium plate it, it will look like new again.

How much does it cost to put rhodium plating on a ring?

To rhodium plate your white gold piece can be done the same day, and will take us about an hour to finish. The cost can vary depending on the piece of jewelry. For an engagement ring, or thinner band we charge $35 per piece.

What do you need to know about white gold jewelry?

Jewelry with rhodium looks whiter and brighter. The white gold pieces you see in jewelry store cases all have rhodium plating. It’s the final step in the manufacturing process for white gold jewelry.