If you asked us, we’d tell you that silicone is the wonder material. It’s strong, durable, versatile and practically hypoallergenic. What do people really want to know, though? Just how durable silicone is. If you’ve ever wondered whether or not silicone melts, you’ve come to the right place. First Things First: What Is Silicone? Silicone is a polymer made from silica and silicon, two elements that can be combined with others to create a gel, paste or even solid substances. Often seen in bakeware, cooking utensils and even surgical implants, silicone is used in a variety of ways. From tires to your muffin trays, silicone is everywhere. Known for its exceptional durability, we pride ourselves on using the best silicone out there free of additives and fillers that can cause allergic reactions or hold onto odors and other harmful bacteria in all of our silicone products, such as our silicone rings. At What Point Will Silicone Melt? Silicone, the wonder material that it is, doesn’t melt until the temperature reaches between 200 to 250 degrees Celscius, which is roughly 392 to 480 degrees Fahrenheit. That’s why it’s used so often in baking and cooking! Many companies will add flame-retardant additives to ensure that their product doesn’t melt in those higher temperatures often seen when baking or cooking. Our Q2X rings can withstand heats up to 575 degrees Fahrenheit, which is what makes them perfect for firefighters, mechanics or anyone else who might potentially come into contact with high temperatures. Browse Our Collection of Silicone Rings Will Heat Shrink Silicone? That’s a great question. Extreme heat — especially beyond 575 degrees Fahrenheit — might warp silicone, but silicone really shrinks when placed in a bowl of ice water after placing it in a pot of boiling water for a minute and swirling it around without letting it touch the sides. The immediate cold allows for the material to shrink, as all things do in the cold. A lot of people ask can you shrink silicone rings, and the answer is yes — but we definitely prioritize finding a proper ring size instead of shrinking any of our rings! We’ve put together a helpful guide to show you how to measure ring size in an easy and efficient way, which is perfect in preventing the need for shrinking any rings. Who Should Wear a Silicone Ring? This is a simple answer — everyone! Here at QALO, we know that our silicone rings are perfect for everyone. Whether you’re a personal trainer, an on-the-go parent, a business professional or a first responder, we have a ring for you. The durability and affordability of silicone rings beat out metal bands every time. Plus, our silicone products aren’t just for humans. Your pups can join team silicone too! Our silicone dog tags are great for many dog owners because they’re easy to clean, moisture resistant and stand out from many dogs’ fur — so you can easily tell they’re wearing one. What Are Some Popular Silicone Ring Styles? We offer a variety of ring styles, colors and designs here at QALO. We like to say that no matter what you prefer, we’ve got the ring for you. Some of our more popular ring styles include: Wear Silicone Rings That Won’t Be Too Tight Stackable rings: Our women’s stackable rings are great for married and unmarried women alike. Make a fashion statement or show your commitment to your spouse with our stackable rings. Typically thinner bands, these rings also come in unique raised textures to add something extra to the look. First responder rings: Our first responders — including doctors and our military service people — can find the silicone ring for their field and use it to rep their role right on their finger. These silicone rings can even be engraved with your name, battalion number or any other personal information you’d like to showcase. They make for great first responder gifts too! Zodiac rings: Our Zodiac rings are great for anyone who’s into astrology. Rep your sign and get your friends to do the same with theirs with our astrology rings. Great for wearing every day, out with your friends or while working out. You can’t go wrong with a Zodiac ring! Do You Offer Limited Edition Rings? Yes! From time to time, we’ll release limited edition designs that also might be in partnership with other organizations or causes. Our equality bands are perfect for members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community, and we do frequent limited releases of our Claddagh ring collection.