Cleaning frets: what’s your favorite method?

[RallyFanatic]

My Silver Sky frets are in need of a little cleaning love as they’re getting a bit nasty. Usually when I clean the fretboard they shine right up, but not so much these days. I’d hate to use steel wool as it makes such a mess. Music Nomad Frine kit looks intriguing. Stew Mac Fret Eraser? What works well for you?

 

[DISTORT6]

https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-too...s/gorgomyte-fretboard-conditioning-cloth.html

 

[SinSir]

This ^^^

 

[ducmike]

Yep, gorgomyte cloth is fantastic.

 

[RallyFanatic]

See, I never would have known what gorgomyte is. Thanks all, I’ll see how it works.

 

[vchizzle]

I’ve always used steel wool for a deep clean, fret erasers for a quick clean. Maybe I’ll check that cloth out. How long does it last?

 

[Deleted member 5962]

I’ve always used steel wool for a deep clean, fret erasers for a quick clean. Maybe I’ll check that cloth out. How long does it last?

I’ve used steel wool also. And I’m tired of it getting into places it shouldn’t be, and being a PITA to get out of those places, so I’m interested in this cloth as well.

 

[DISTORT6]

I’ve always used steel wool for a deep clean, fret erasers for a quick clean. Maybe I’ll check that cloth out. How long does it last?

I cut 2”x 2” squares off of the cloth when I clean my frets. A full sheet will last quite awhile depending on how often you use it.
If it’s a guitar in regular rotation, I use it every other to every 3rd string change. If a guitar has been sitting and needs a string change, I’ll also use it then.
You’ll definitely need a clean rag to finish cleaning up the frets to get the polishing residue off. The frets come out beautiful.
It also works GREAT on bridges, tops of bridge posts, and pickup covers. DO NOT USE IT ON GOLD HARDWARE.
(I’m also an EX-steel wool user.)

 

[Tucson Thump]

I've used Simichrome with a cotton cloth. I have the StewMac fret erasers but after one use I likely won't use them except for certain circumstances.

 

[ScottR]

https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-too...s/gorgomyte-fretboard-conditioning-cloth.html

I've read several articles about this stuff. Everybody seems to love it.

 

[bodia]

Yep, gorgomyte cloth is fantastic.

I’ll jump on this bandwagon. I love this stuff.

 

[bodia]

See, I never would have known what gorgomyte is. Thanks all, I’ll see how it works.

You’ll love it!

 

[Wakester]

See, I never would have known what gorgomyte is. Thanks all, I’ll see how it works.

Isn't that the stuff Aussies put on a sandwhich?

 

[RallyFanatic]

Isn't that the stuff Aussies put on a sandwhich?

Oddly I’ve been singing Men at Work ever since I typed gorgomyte!

 

[Wakester]

Oddly I’ve been singing Men at Work ever since I typed gorgomyte!

 

[ScottR]

Isn't that the stuff Aussies put on a sandwhich?

Yeah...I wouldn't eat it. The name alone would scare me away. Figured I would add the disclaimer..If there's a warning on the label, that means...well you know...somebody...somewhere.

 

[Warmart]

Lol, I thought the same thing! A gorgomyte samich

 

[Slowhands]

Miracle cloth is the exact same thing as gorgomyte at substantially lower cost.

 

[dmatthews]

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But I'd try the troglodyte stuff

 

[DISTORT6]

Miracle cloth is the exact same thing as gorgomyte at substantially lower cost.

Have you tried both?