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Caring for Your Captive Bead Ring

(And How to Use It)

  • Captive beads are held in with tension. The gap in the hoop should always be slightly smaller than the coil on the back of the design.
  • To open: Use the bead to push one side of the hoop open in a horizontal motion to widen the gap. This will allow one side of the bead to pop out. Simply reverse the process to put the bead back in the hoop.
  • Quick Tip: Make sure your hands are super dry. If they're wet, you'll have an incredibly difficult time popping the bead in and out. Nitrile gloves with textured finger tips can be helpful if you're struggling because they provide better grip.
  • You can use captive bead ring opening pliers to gently open the ring if you're having trouble doing it by hand.
  • Use a soft toothbrush to gently clean the bead if necessary with soapy water.
  • Your package includes a polishing pad (white) and an anti-tarnish tab (black) if you ordered a plain silver bead, or a silver bead with a black inlay. You will need to occasionally use a polishing pad or cloth on the front of the design when the silver begins to darken.
  • Store silver beads in the baggie they came in with the anti-tarnish tab when you're not wearing them. Keeping each design in its own separate bag will also help prevent your jewelry from scratching against other pieces.
  • To prolong the life of the plating, don't use a polishing pad or cloth on the black rhodium or gold plated designs.
  • Avoid storing in heat above 120F degrees, and avoid prolonged contact with hairspray, lotion, isopropyl alcohol, and other chemicals.

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