How to Care for Your Metal Dice: Tips to Extend Their Life
Metal dice are popular among board game enthusiasts for their sturdiness, unique appearance and weight. They bring a unique sense of heaviness and elegance every time you roll the dice, but over time, these exquisite metal dices may gradually lose their original luster due to friction, impact or humid environment. As a DND enthusiast or collector, how to maintain these metal dice sets and keep them beautiful and functional has become a matter of concern.
This article will provide you with practical tips on how to extend the life of metal dice and keep them at their best in the game. Let's take a look at these simple and effective maintenance methods!
1. Avoid severe impact and drop
One of the most significant advantages of metal dice is its durability, but this does not mean that they can withstand all impacts. Although the metal material is sturdy, falling from a high altitude or severe impact may cause dents, scratches or damage to the surface of the dice. Therefore, try to avoid dropping metal dice from a height, especially on hard surfaces such as stone, tiles, etc.
Blue leather marble dice tray, the four corners can be folded and unfolded
Tips: It is recommended to use a dice tray or dice cup to limit the collision range of the dice during the game, which can not only reduce the risk of dice falling, but also enhance the sense of ritual of the game.
2. Clean regularly to keep the surface smooth
As the frequency of use increases, metal dnd dice will inevitably accumulate dust, grease and stains, especially the edge seams of metal hollow dice or carved dice. If these stains accumulate for a long time, they may affect the appearance of the dice and cause surface oxidation. In order to maintain the gloss and appearance of the metal dice set, regular cleaning is very important.
Cleaning method: Gently wipe the surface of the dice with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth to remove dust and stains. If the dice is particularly dirty, you can use warm water with a little neutral detergent, soak for a while and then wipe gently. Avoid using rough cloth or hard brushes to avoid scratching the surface of the dice.
Tips: If there are fingerprints on the surface of the dice, you can use a professional metal cleaner (such as polish) to gently wipe it to restore its brightness.
3. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture
Although metal dice sets are inherently durable, prolonged exposure to moisture increases the risk of corrosion and oxidation. Moisture and salt in the air may cause rust or discoloration on the metal surface, especially for metal dice sets that have not been specially coated.
Tips: Store metal dice sets in a dry, warm environment and avoid placing them in humid places such as bathrooms or basements for long periods of time. If they are not to be used for a long time, you can put the dice sets in a sealed bag to prevent moisture from the air from coming into contact with the dice sets.
4. Avoid contact with strong chemicals
Strong acids, alkalis, or corrosive chemicals may damage the surface of the metal dice set, especially if the dice sets are coated or electroplated. Therefore, avoid contact between metal dice sets and chemicals such as detergents, solvents, and paints.
Tips: When using any chemical cleaner, confirm its suitability first and avoid direct contact with the metal surface of the metal dice sets. If you accidentally come into contact with these chemicals, rinse them immediately with clean water and wipe with a soft cloth.
5. Check the dice for wear and tear regularly
Although metal dices are durable, long-term use may cause wear and tear on some parts of the dice, especially the edges and point marks of the dice. Check the dice regularly to see if the marks are clear to ensure that the dice throwing results will not be affected by the wear and tear of the marks.
Tip: If you find that some of the marks on the dice are blurred or worn, you can consider sending it to a professional restoration service or replacing it with a new metal dice. If it is a collectible, you can also consider storing it in a display cabinet to avoid frequent use and wear.
6. Use a dedicated storage container
To prevent metal dices from being scratched or scratched, it is recommended to use a dedicated dice box or soft bag for storage. Many dice boxes use soft lining materials inside, which can effectively protect the dice from the external environment and prevent the dice from colliding with each other and causing scratches.
Dice box with removable dice recessed tray
Tip: If you have multiple metal dices, you can choose a storage box with multiple compartments to ensure that each dice has enough space to avoid collisions during storage.
7. Wax or oil the dice regularly
For some special metal materials (such as copper, brass, etc.), waxing or applying protective oil regularly can effectively prevent oxidation and rust and maintain the gloss of the metal surface. There are many waxes and oils suitable for metal surfaces on the market. Choosing the right product for maintenance can make your metal dnd dice more collectible.
Tips: Test in a small area before use to ensure that it does not affect the appearance and performance of the dice. Avoid using too much grease, which may form a sticky residue on the surface of the dice.
Through reasonable maintenance and care, you can extend the life of the metal dice set, maintain its beauty and performance, and bring you long-term gaming fun.