Quick answer
Wipe the bracelet with a soft dry cloth after each wear, wash it occasionally with lukewarm water and mild soap, then dry it immediately. Apply a thin coat of wood conditioner or wax two to four times a year to keep the burl from drying out. Store it away from direct sun, radiators, and long steamy showers.
Why the Haley needs a different routine than an all-wood bangle
The Classic Wood Bracelet - Haley is not a solid wood band. Its body is precisely machined from a block of aluminum, and a piece of Wood+Resin material is inlaid into that metal frame. That mix changes how you care for it. The aluminum will not absorb oil or water, so conditioner sitting on the metal only attracts dust and leaves smears. The wood-and-resin inlay is the part that needs moisture and protection. When you clean or condition, focus on the inlay and let the cloth glide over the aluminum rather than scrubbing it.
Everyday habits that prevent most damage
Most wood jewelry problems start with repeated small exposures rather than one accident. Take the bracelet off before washing dishes, swimming, showering, or applying lotion, sunscreen, or perfume. Those products can sit in the grain and dull the resin. When you are not wearing it, set it on a shelf or in a soft pouch instead of tossing it loose in a bag where the aluminum edge can knock against keys or coins.
How to clean and condition the Haley, step by step
- Remove the bracelet before any wet task: Take it off before washing dishes, showering, swimming, or using cleaning sprays. Repeated soaking is the fastest way to swell and crack the wood-resin inlay. Checkpoint: if the inlay feels damp, dry it with a soft cloth before putting it back on.
- Wipe it down after each wear: Use a dry microfiber or soft cotton cloth to remove skin oils and dust from the inlay and the aluminum. A quick wipe takes seconds and prevents buildup in the grain. Mistake to avoid: don't use paper towels, which can leave lint in the resin.
- Wash occasionally with lukewarm water and mild soap: When the bracelet looks dull, mix a drop of gentle dish soap in lukewarm water. Dip a soft cloth, wring it out, and wipe the inlay and metal. Do not soak the bracelet or scrub with a brush. Checkpoint: the water should be barely warm, never hot enough to steam.
- Dry it immediately and completely: Pat the bracelet dry with a soft cloth, then let it air dry for 15 to 30 minutes before wearing. Pay attention to the seam where the inlay meets the aluminum, since moisture can linger there. Mistake to avoid: never leave it to dry on a windowsill in direct sun.
- Condition the wood-resin inlay two to four times a year: Apply a small amount of wood conditioner, beeswax, or a food-safe oil to a cloth and rub it into the inlay only. Let it sit for a few minutes, then buff off the excess with a clean cloth. Checkpoint: the inlay should look slightly richer, not wet or sticky.
- Store it away from heat and sunlight: Keep the bracelet in a soft pouch or on a shelf out of direct sun and away from radiators, stoves, and steamy bathrooms. Stable room temperature is what keeps the wood from drying out and shrinking. Mistake to avoid: don't store it in a sealed plastic bag, which can trap moisture and encourage mildew.
What the Haley is made of
- Classic Wood Bracelet - Haley (Pattern, 818857): The body is precisely machined from a block of aluminum, with a piece of Wood+Resin material inlaid to make each bracelet one of a kind. Clean and condition the wood-resin inlay, not the aluminum frame. Abrasive polishes can scratch the metal and dull the resin.
If the inlay ever feels rough, looks faded, or shows a hairline crack, stop wearing it and contact Carved before applying more oil or wax. A quick message with a photo is the safest next step.
