How to Measure Ring Size at Home?

Ordering a ring online can make you wonder: How do I make sure I get the right size and what should I consider when choosing a size? What if I order the wrong ring size? Of course, it would be ideal to find out the correct size in the store with a professional, but that is not always possible. However, don't worry, the size of the ring can be measured quite easily even at home. Use your old ring, our printable size guide, or a ruler and tape. If you are not in a hurry, you can also order a ring measurement from our online store. In this article, we put together instructions on how to measure ring size easily at home.

Tips for finding your ring size

The ring must be just the right size, because a ring that is too small or too big is uncomfortable to wear. A ring of the right size feels tight enough and, on the other hand, loose enough to slide through the middle joint of the finger. When finding out the right ring size, it is good to consider a few things. So grab our tips below:

• The size of the finger varies slightly during the day. Measure the size of the finger several times during the day, and at least in the morning, at noon and in the evening. This is the most sure way to find out your correct size.
• The size of your finger can also vary depending on the temperature. Your finger is probably slightly thicker in the heat of summer than in the cold of winter. So please consider the season and temperature when choosing the right ring size.
• The wider the ring, the tighter it fits on your finger. If you are purchasing a wide ring model, you should choose a 0.5 mm larger size.
• When measuring your finger size at home, be careful. One millimeter means a whole ring size.

Measuring your ring size using our printable size guide

If you are in a hurry to purchase a ring, we recommend using our ring size guide. It makes measuring the ring size relatively easy. The ring size guide will help you measure your correct size using a strip of paper or string or your old ring. In the entire guide you will find detailed instructions and useful tips, which you will surely succeed by following. The ring size guide opens in your browser in PDF format.

See our ring size guide

Find out the right ring size using an old ring

The size of the ring is equal to the diameter of the inside measurement of the ring in millimeters. Thus, an old ring that fits your finger perfectly is an effective way to determine the correct size. You can measure the inner dimension with a ruler, but the accuracy of finding out the inner dimension of the ring is provided by a caliper. The caliper tells you the inner dimension of your ring with an accuracy of 0.1 mm. If you don't own a caliper and measuring with a ruler feels uncertain, there are also other ways to find out the ring size. In our ring size guide, there is a measurement table on which you can check the correct ring size.

This is how you measure the right size of the ring with a tape and a ruler

How to measure the size of a ring if you don't have an old ring, a caliper and printing is not possible? An old trick to find out the ring size is to use a tape and a ruler. The ribbon can be, for example, gift string or a thin piece of paper. In addition to tape and a ruler, you also only need scissors and a pencil.

1. Cut a short piece of tape and wrap it around the finger to be measured at its widest point. Please see that the band fits well; is not too loose and not too tight.
   
2. Mark the point where the ends of the tape meet, e.g. with a pencil, and spread the tape straight on a flat surface. Measure the length of the tape up to the mark with a ruler and this is how you have determined the circumference of your finger.
3. You can find out the ring size from, for example, our ring size guide or the ring size table, which can be found on the ring size page (at the bottom of the page) . Use the size chart on the last page of the size guide to convert your finger circumference to ring size. If the size falls between two sizes or you are unsure of the right ring size, we recommend choosing a larger size.

Order a ring gauge

If you have time to wait a couple of weeks to purchase the ring, we recommend ordering a free ring measurement. The ring gauge arrives by letter mail directly to your home, and it takes an average of 1-2 weeks to arrive. The ring sizer is free of charge for our customers and it is possible to measure the size of the ring very reliably.

Order a free ring gauge

Frequently asked questions about ring size

How do you know the right ring size?

The ring must fit snugly enough on the finger and, on the other hand, it must be loose enough to slide over the middle vertebra of the finger. The ring, which fits perfectly on the finger, is pleasant and almost unnoticeable to wear.

Can the ring size be changed afterwards?

It is usually possible to change the size of the ring afterwards, but there are a few exceptions:

• Due to their material, it is not possible to change the size of titanium rings, zirconium rings and ceramic rings.
• It is not possible to change the size of rings with a lot of diamonds or precious stones in the setting.
• Rings with a patterned or decorated surface cannot be resized.

However, products ordered from our online store have a 30-day exchange and return right. It means that all unengraved, unused and original rings can be exchanged for a more suitable size. That way, you don't have to lose sleep over the size of the ring. Our customer service helps in problem situations and tells you the best solution for the situation.

Can I measure the ring size from my old ring?

An existing perfectly fitting ring is the best way to find out the size of the ring. Use a caliper or our printable ring size guide to help you, where you can find measurement tables and detailed instructions for determining your ring size.

Does the width of the ring affect the size?

Yes, the width of the ring significantly affects the size of the ring. The more the ring covers your finger, the tighter it feels. If you are ordering a wide ring (approx. 5 mm or wider), we recommend a 0.5 mm larger size.

How much can the ring size be increased?

Typically, reducing or increasing the size of the ring is possible by one ring size. This means a change of one millimeter in the diameter of the ring. Please note, however, that changing the size of the ring always depends on the model of the ring.

How to secretly find out the size of another ring?

If you're planning a secret courtship, it's important to find out about your partner's ring as a secret. If your partner wears rings, the easiest way is probably to measure the size of the existing ring. Please note, however, that the size of the right and left ring finger can also vary slightly. The bravest detective measures the partner ring finger while she sleeps, and the cunning one comes up with the strangest excuse to match different ring sizes.

However, if finding out the ring size in secret is not possible, please see the most common ring sizes below:

What is the most common ring size for women?

Most commonly, the sizes of women's rings vary between 16.0mm and 18.0mm. In the selection of our online store, you can also find women's rings outside the general sizes.

What is the most common ring size for men?

The most common men's ring size is 18.5mm - 22.0mm. If you need a larger size of the ring you have chosen than is available in the online store, please contact our customer service.

I'm buying a ring as a gift. What if the size is wrong?

Products ordered from our online store have a 30-day exchange and return right, excluding engraved products, which do not have the right to exchange or return. An unengraved, unused ring in its original condition can be exchanged for the correct size. If the ring has an engraving, and the ring should be made smaller or larger, please contact our customer service and we will see if there is anything we can do about it.

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