Tread
Men's Silicone Ring, Black, 8 mm
£18.00
Your Perfect Ring – Try it at Home
When your ring arrives, try it on, check the fit, and make sure you love it in person. If it's not right for any reason, return it free within 100 days. The only risk is finding one you love.
Why Choose Silicone Rings
Silicone is safe for every situation a metal ring is not: the gym, swimming, contact sports, manual work, and medical environments. It won't conduct electricity, won't scratch tools or equipment, and won't trap the kind of pressure that makes metal rings a hazard on the job.
Medical-grade silicone — no metal, no conductivity, no risk. Safe for electricians, mechanics, surgeons, and anyone who can't wear metal on the job.
Hypoallergenic and skin-safe. No nickel, no reactions, no redness. If metal rings have caused problems before, silicone won't.
Shower, swim, gym, sea — silicone doesn't corrode, rust or react. Flexible enough to move with your hand, tough enough for daily wear.
Every ring arrives in a presentation gift box — no extra packaging needed. Ready to give exactly as it arrives.
Black silicone with a raised block pattern across the surface. 8mm. The texture gives this ring its grip and its character — it reads as a band designed around function, not decoration. Most buyers choose it as a wedding ring or daily band when a metal ring isn’t practical — whether that’s work, sport, or a medical reason that makes traditional rings uncomfortable.
Silicone is soft, flexible, and virtually weightless. You’ll forget it’s on within minutes. It’s hypoallergenic and non-conductive, so it’s safe around machinery, in the gym, and in water. If it catches on something, silicone is designed to give way before your finger does — that’s the safety feature built into every silicone band. Comfort-fit. Dispatched today.
What makes this ring worth it?
Walk into a jeweller and you’ll find versions of our rings for 3–4 times the price. The difference isn’t the ring — it’s the overheads. We work directly with the craftspeople who make them and carry the stock ourselves, which is how we can sell a ring that genuinely lasts for a fraction of high street prices.
Traditional gold and silver scratch, bend and lose their shine. That doesn’t happen here. We use a high end process called PVD plating which is the same process used on high end watches to keep your ring looking great.
Why buy from Newman Bands?
We’re based in Horsham and dispatch the same day for orders before 5pm (11am Saturday). That includes engraved rings — we hold stock and engrave on site, which is why we can still get it to you in 1–2 days. Most online ring sellers take 2 weeks or more.
We’ve fulfilled over 100,000 orders since 2019 and hold over 10,000 five-star reviews across Trustpilot and Reviews.io. Any questions before you buy — contact us directly. No chatbots, no outsourced support. We handle it ourselves.
What if it doesn't fit?
Not quite the right fit? No problem. Silicone rings are flexible, but if the size isn’t perfect, we offer free exchanges or refunds — no questions asked. You have 100 days to return it for any reason.
Not sure of your size? Select “I don’t know my ring size” from the dropdown and we’ll send you a free ring sizer first.
THE DETAILS
Silicone rings are engineered to snap under dangerous force — protecting your finger from ring avulsion injuries that metal bands can cause. The Tread is non-conductive, waterproof, and safe for any environment where a metal ring would be a risk. One Tread buyer chose it specifically because her partner can’t wear normal rings due to joint problems — silicone gave him a wedding band that works.
Silicone is lighter than any metal ring by a significant margin. Most wearers stop noticing it within the first hour. If you’ve never worn a ring before, or you’ve tried metal rings and found them too heavy or bulky, silicone solves that problem. Andrew from Newport Pagnell was impressed enough to say he’ll be recommending Newman Bands to others.
The raised block texture gives the Tread a distinct look that separates it from flat silicone bands. It’s still understated — all black, no colour accents — but the pattern adds depth. If you want a silicone ring that looks like it was chosen deliberately rather than grabbed off a shelf, this is that ring.
Every ring arrives in a presentation box. Free UK delivery, same-day dispatch, and 100-day free returns. If the size isn’t right, return it free and we’ll exchange it the same day it arrives. Andrew from Newport Pagnell ordered from Newman Bands and was so impressed that he ended up with rings in multiple colours.
The Founder Story
Guarantee
100-Day "Try at Home" Returns
Buying a ring online shouldn't be a gamble. Try it on at home, check the fit, and see how it looks in person. If it isn't exactly what you wanted, simply return it for free within 100 days in unworn condition.
Fast, Hassle-Free Size
Ordered the wrong size? Don't panic. Our UK-based team makes swapping any unengraved ring for the perfect fit fast and painless. We usually process exchanges within days, so you're never left waiting. You're dealing with real people, not a warehouse.
Who This Ring Is For
The Tread is for anyone who needs a ring that works with their hands, not against them. Tradespeople, gym-goers, mechanics, electricians, military personnel, healthcare workers — anyone whose job or lifestyle makes a metal ring impractical or unsafe. It’s also for men who’ve never been comfortable wearing a ring at all.
Joanne from Grimsby bought the Tread as a wedding ring for her partner because he can’t wear normal rings due to joint problems in his knuckles. That’s the kind of problem silicone solves — a wedding band that actually stays on the finger without discomfort.
A black silicone band with a raised block pattern running across the entire outer surface. The blocks are uniform, evenly spaced, and give the ring both grip and texture. It doesn’t look or feel like a flat rubber band — the pattern adds structure. At 8mm wide, it has enough presence on the hand to read clearly as a ring rather than disappearing against the skin.
Why Silicone
Silicone is a fundamentally different material from metal — and that’s the point. It’s soft, flexible, and weighs almost nothing. It won’t scratch surfaces, won’t conduct electricity, and won’t react with skin. Medical-grade silicone is biocompatible and hypoallergenic — the same material used in medical implants and devices.
The most important property is the breakaway feature. If a silicone ring catches on machinery, a climbing hold, or a fence, it’s designed to snap before it damages your finger. Metal rings don’t do that — they compress. Silicone gives way. That one difference is why entire industries have adopted silicone bands as the standard for workers who wear wedding rings.
Silicone rings aren’t a forever material in the way tungsten or titanium are. With daily wear, expect a lifespan of one to five years depending on how hard you are on it. At this price point, replacing one when it wears is part of the deal — and most buyers consider that a fair trade for the comfort and safety.
How it Compares
The most common comparison buyers make is silicone versus going without a ring entirely. For people in active jobs or with medical conditions that make metal rings uncomfortable, the real alternative isn’t another material — it’s no ring at all. Silicone fills that gap.
Compared to other silicone rings, the Tread’s block pattern gives it more visual interest than a plain flat band. The quality of the silicone matters too — cheap silicone stretches out and attracts lint. Newman Bands has shipped over 100,000 orders and carries 15,000+ verified reviews across the full range, so the sourcing and quality control behind even a silicone band has the weight of an established operation.
Buying This as a Gift?
Every ring arrives in a presentation box, so it’s gift-ready without extra wrapping. If you’re buying for someone who works with their hands, does sport, or has struggled with metal rings in the past, a silicone band is a practical and thoughtful choice.
Not sure about their size? Order our free ring sizer first — it arrives quickly and takes the guesswork out. Silicone has some natural stretch, so minor sizing errors are more forgiving than with metal rings. If it’s not right, return it free and we’ll exchange it the same day it arrives.
“This one is for my partner as a wedding ring as he can’t wear normal rings due to problems in his knuckles.”
Joanne Smith, Grimsby
Three verified five-star reviews so far. Tread buyers choose silicone because metal isn’t an option — joint problems, active jobs, and skin sensitivities all come up. Andrew from Newport Pagnell was so impressed with the fit that he ended up with rings in multiple colours. Across the wider Newman Bands range, 15,000+ verified reviews confirm fast delivery and hassle-free exchanges.
“Excellent fit, so impressed especially due to the fact they sent me two more in different colours. I will definitely be recommending you to them.”
Andrew Wood, Newport Pagnell
Buyers across the silicone range consistently describe rings that feel comfortable enough to forget about, hold up through manual work and gym sessions, and arrive in presentation packaging that reads as more premium than expected. Clare, Alan, and the team handle every order from Horsham, UK — and if the size isn’t right, exchanges are free.
You have 100 days to try it at home. If it’s not right for any reason, return it free.
We offer 100-day free returns on every ring. If the size isn’t right, return it free and we’ll exchange it the same day it arrives. You’re dealing with Clare, Alan, and the team in Horsham — real people, not a chatbot.
You’re not committing to a ring. You’re just seeing it in person. Try it today, risk free.
Not sure of your size? Select “I don’t know my ring size” and we’ll send a free ring sizer first — posted today.
