Journal & Workshop Stories

Behind the bench at Ring + Grove co.

Craft · 2026-01-15

Why Choose Wood for Your Wedding Band

Beyond the grain. A deep look at why thousands of couples are choosing handcrafted wood rings over traditional metal — lightweight, sustainable, and unmistakably personal.

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Process5 min read

From Veneer to Ring: The Bentwood Process

Step by step. See how thin strips of Santos Rosewood, grey maple, and purple heart are layered, steamed, and formed into a ring at the Bobcaygeon workshop.

Materials4 min read

Santos Rosewood: We Have the Most Popular Ring

The dark wood with a red core. Santos Rosewood is our highest-selling material — and there are good reasons why. It is rich, dense, and deeply satisfying to wear.

Guide3 min read

Wood Rings Are Waterproof. Here is the Proof.

The most common question we hear: will water ruin wood? The answer is yes and no. It depends entirely on how the ring is finished. Here is what our 10 years of data tells us.

Materials4 min read

Bird's Eye Maple: The Grain That Defines a Ring

Tiny circular swirls in light-coloured wood. Bird's eye maple is one of the most visually distinctive woods we work with, and it gives each ring an unmistakable pattern.

Guide3 min read

Wood Rings Are Waterproof. Here is the Proof.

The most common question we hear: will water ruin wood? The answer is yes and no. It depends entirely on how the ring is finished. Here is what our 10 years of data tells us.

Materials4 min read

Bird's Eye Maple: The Grain That Defines a Ring

Tiny circular swirls in light-coloured wood. Bird's eye maple is one of the most visually distinctive woods we work with, and it gives each ring an unmistakable pattern.

Care3 min read

How to Care for Your Ring: Longevity Guide

Simple maintenance tips that keep your bentwood ring looking sharp for decades. From polishing cloth to yearly clearcoat touch-ups.