Don't Be Left in the Dark: What You Need to Know About Buying a Glow Ring
Fashion is becoming more daring by the day. If you want to keep up with the bold new style world, you need a glow ring. High-quality glow-in-the-dark rings will complete any outfit. You may be one of those people who think a glowing ring is a gimmick and are suited for children only. A glow ring will be your most fashion-forward accessory.
Rings are one of the most versatile types of accessories. They can act as their own bold statement. Or you can add to your style by incorporating them into your outfit. When buying a glow ring, you need to know what you want to use your ring as. Do you want a wedding band, eccentric centerpiece, or something for everyday wear? What style you need to choose will depend on what you want to use your ring for. You'll need to consider what your ring looks like while it's glowing and while it's not.
Don't be left in the dark (pun intended). If you want to learn how to find the perfect glow ring, keep on reading. We're going to discuss the steps you need to take to make sure you find a ring that will shine brighter in the dark.
What Are Glow Rings?
To help you decide on the best glow ring for you, you need to understand what exactly are glow rings and how do they work? Glow rings are a versatile option if you're looking for a piece that will look good during the day and night. The most common question people ask about our Glow Rings is whether or not they are radioactive oreos. As awesome as that sounds, that is not the case. Glow rings do not (or at least should not) contain any radioactive elements and unfortunately do not taste as delicious as an Oreo. Glow rings come in many different styles and colors, with some colors glowing brighter than others. In terms of designs, the most common design for glow rings are glowing inlay rings which are composed of a material base (usually metal) with an inlay channel filled with glowing elements. You can also get a solid glow ring made from glow powder and resin. These solid glow in the dark rings tend to be inexpensive and fun rings, but not the most stylish or presentable for a big occasion like a wedding.
To help you decide on the best glow ring for you, you need to understand what exactly are glow rings and how do they work? Glow rings are a versatile option if you're looking for a piece that will look good during the day and night. The most common question people ask about our Glow Rings is whether or not they are radioactive oreos. As awesome as that sounds, that is not the case. Glow rings do not (or at least should not) contain any radioactive elements and unfortunately do not taste as delicious as an Oreo. Glow rings come in many different styles and colors, with some colors glowing brighter than others. In terms of designs, the most common design for glow rings are glowing inlay rings which are composed of a material base (usually metal) with an inlay channel filled with glowing elements. You can also get a solid glow ring made from glow powder and resin. These solid glow in the dark rings tend to be inexpensive and fun rings, but not the most stylish or presentable for a big occasion like a wedding.
How Do Glow Rings Work?
Each glowstone ring contains a glow powder called strontium aluminate. Strontium aluminate is completely harmless, odorless, and non-flammable. This chemical compound causes the ring to glow when exposed to a UV light source. This means that glow rings will not always be glowing, which is crucial to understand. So essentially, if you order a glow ring, your ring will come in two different colors - one color during the daytime and one at night while it is glowing. This makes glow rings incredibly unique as a standalone piece.
Each glowstone ring contains a glow powder called strontium aluminate. Strontium aluminate is completely harmless, odorless, and non-flammable. This chemical compound causes the ring to glow when exposed to a UV light source. This means that glow rings will not always be glowing, which is crucial to understand. So essentially, if you order a glow ring, your ring will come in two different colors - one color during the daytime and one at night while it is glowing. This makes glow rings incredibly unique as a standalone piece.
Each glowstone ring contains a glow powder called strontium aluminate. Strontium aluminate is completely harmless, odorless, and non-flammable. This chemical compound causes the ring to glow when exposed to a UV light source. This means that glow rings will not always be glowing, which is crucial to understand. So essentially, if you order a glow ring, your ring will come in two different colors - one color during the daytime and one at night while it is glowing. This makes glow rings incredibly unique as a standalone piece.
How Long Do Glow Rings Last?
Since glow rings require UV exposure in order to glow, there are a few things that affect how long and how bright a ring will glow. The first factor is the method in which you charge the ring. In order to get a strong and long-lasting glow, we do recommend you use a high-powered UV flashlight. Natural sunlight will also charge the ring, but you will see a much more noticeable glow if you shine a UV light on your ring and take it into a dark environment immediately after. The second factor is how long you charge the ring for and how dark the environment is. We recommend to get the strongest and longest glow to charge your ring for up to 10 minutes inside a dark environment.
The last important factor in how long your glow ring will last is the composition of the glow ring itself, meaning the glow color and the color the ring is when it is not glowing (daytime color). Patrick Adair Designs offers a variety of glow color options with some colors glowing brighter than others. Green and Aqua are the brightest color options (and most popular) on our website whereas orange and red are the dimmest options available. Darker daytime colors will dilute the brightness of the glow. For example, if you purchase a custom glow ring with a red glow color and black daytime color, your ring would not glow very well.
If you are looking for a ring with an extremely bright glow, we recommend choosing between green or aqua for the glow color and investing in a high powered UV flashlight. The most optimal combination of colors + charge will yield up to 10-15 minutes of residual glow at a time. On top of this, the lifespan of the glow powder itself is rated up to twenty years!
Since glow rings require UV exposure in order to glow, there are a few things that affect how long and how bright a ring will glow. The first factor is the method in which you charge the ring. In order to get a strong and long-lasting glow, we do recommend you use a high-powered UV flashlight. Natural sunlight will also charge the ring, but you will see a much more noticeable glow if you shine a UV light on your ring and take it into a dark environment immediately after. The second factor is how long you charge the ring for and how dark the environment is. We recommend to get the strongest and longest glow to charge your ring for up to 10 minutes inside a dark environment.
The last important factor in how long your glow ring will last is the composition of the glow ring itself, meaning the glow color and the color the ring is when it is not glowing (daytime color). Patrick Adair Designs offers a variety of glow color options with some colors glowing brighter than others. Green and Aqua are the brightest color options (and most popular) on our website whereas orange and red are the dimmest options available. Darker daytime colors will dilute the brightness of the glow. For example, if you purchase a custom glow ring with a red glow color and black daytime color, your ring would not glow very well.
If you are looking for a ring with an extremely bright glow, we recommend choosing between green or aqua for the glow color and investing in a high powered UV flashlight. The most optimal combination of colors + charge will yield up to 10-15 minutes of residual glow at a time. On top of this, the lifespan of the glow powder itself is rated up to twenty years!
Picking the Best Material Base
The material base of your glow ring is one of its most important features, as it determines a glow ring's style and durability.
For a material that will withstand everyday wear, try tungsten. Tungsten carbide wedding bands are a popular choice for couples. Tungsten is a material that is beautiful when polished and is extremely scratch-resistant and durable.
Another excellent choice for long wear time is carbon fiber. A carbon glow ring is light on your hand and hard to damage. Carbon fiber rings are sleek and are a great alternative to metal rings. Its black color interacts with its glow design with an air of sophistication. Titanium is another material that will keep its shape. Titanium rings are some of the toughest made rings on the market.
The material base of your glow ring is one of its most important features, as it determines a glow ring's style and durability.
For a material that will withstand everyday wear, try tungsten. Tungsten carbide wedding bands are a popular choice for couples. Tungsten is a material that is beautiful when polished and is extremely scratch-resistant and durable.
Another excellent choice for long wear time is carbon fiber. A carbon glow ring is light on your hand and hard to damage. Carbon fiber rings are sleek and are a great alternative to metal rings. Its black color interacts with its glow design with an air of sophistication. Titanium is another material that will keep its shape. Titanium rings are some of the toughest made rings on the market.
The material base of your glow ring is one of its most important features, as it determines a glow ring's style and durability.
For a material that will withstand everyday wear, try tungsten. Tungsten carbide wedding bands are a popular choice for couples. Tungsten is a material that is beautiful when polished and is extremely scratch-resistant and durable.
Another excellent choice for long wear time is carbon fiber. A carbon glow ring is light on your hand and hard to damage. Carbon fiber rings are sleek and are a great alternative to metal rings. Its black color interacts with its glow design with an air of sophistication. Titanium is another material that will keep its shape. Titanium rings are some of the toughest made rings on the market.
Our Favorite Glow Rings
Glow rings have been a staple at Patrick Adair Designs. We are constantly coming up with new designs over the years to share with you all. Below are some of our favorite Glow in the Dark Rings
Cosmic Ring
The Cosmic ring is a combination of sonic gray opal and fluorite with a iridescent purple color pigment. The Cosmic Ring is housed in a jewelry grade tungsten-carbide blank that is durable and scratch-resistant.
The Cosmic ring is a combination of sonic gray opal and fluorite with a iridescent purple color pigment. The Cosmic Ring is housed in a jewelry grade tungsten-carbide blank that is durable and scratch-resistant.
Raw Earth Tungsten Ring
The Raw Earth Tungsten Ring embodies the idea that there is beauty in simplicity. Each ring features uncolored strontium aluminate that provides a beautiful stone colored backdrop for your choice of naturally sourced inlay. The two inlay materials available for this special edition tungsten ring are either a stunning and loud copper or a much more subtle and depth-providing amethyst.
The Raw Earth Tungsten Ring embodies the idea that there is beauty in simplicity. Each ring features uncolored strontium aluminate that provides a beautiful stone colored backdrop for your choice of naturally sourced inlay. The two inlay materials available for this special edition tungsten ring are either a stunning and loud copper or a much more subtle and depth-providing amethyst.
Area 51 Glow Ring
Prepare for the storm on Area 51 with this alien-themed glowstone ring. The Area 51 Ring incorporates a black ceramic base and features Dragon Scale opal, Neon Green opal, and meteorite shavings. These extraterrestrial inlay materials are complimented with black and purple glowstone pigments.
Prepare for the storm on Area 51 with this alien-themed glowstone ring. The Area 51 Ring incorporates a black ceramic base and features Dragon Scale opal, Neon Green opal, and meteorite shavings. These extraterrestrial inlay materials are complimented with black and purple glowstone pigments.
Angel Dust Ring
This ring draws inspiration from our ever popular Star Dust Ring. Both rings are made in the same fashion, but this ring utilizes an uncolored backdrop in order to highlight a breathtaking inlay combination of copper, white opal, and diamonds.
This ring draws inspiration from our ever popular Star Dust Ring. Both rings are made in the same fashion, but this ring utilizes an uncolored backdrop in order to highlight a breathtaking inlay combination of copper, white opal, and diamonds.
Sunken Artifact Glowstone ring
The Sunken Artifact Ring is a premium Glowstone Ring housed in a Tungsten-Carbide core. Each ring features black and blue glowstone that provides for a beautiful backdrop for the dense inlay of copper pieces. The copper in this ring is sealed in the inlay and will not oxidize over time.
The Sunken Artifact Ring is a premium Glowstone Ring housed in a Tungsten-Carbide core. Each ring features black and blue glowstone that provides for a beautiful backdrop for the dense inlay of copper pieces. The copper in this ring is sealed in the inlay and will not oxidize over time.
Stay in Style With a Glow Ring
A glow ring will keep you looking elegant from dusk to dawn. Shop our collection to make sure you're a part of the new fashion revolution.