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Three or four DROPS is enough to get decent coverage. Apply a few drop along the neck then rub it in with a clean cloth. Use another dry cloth to wipe off any excess oil. Make sure the oil doesn't build up against the frets as these will get gummy over time.
- Can I use lemon oil on classical guitar?
- Is lemon oil good for guitar?
- How long should I leave lemon oil on guitar?
Can I use lemon oil on classical guitar?
Instead, they're just mineral oil or some other other fretboard-safe oils, with lemon scent and yellow coloring added. For this reason, most of the guitar lemon oils on the market are 100% safe when used in moderation on your guitar's rosewood or ebony fretboard (don't use lemon oil on maple–more on that below).
Is lemon oil good for guitar?
Instead, they're just mineral oil or some other fret board-safe oil, with some lemon scent and yellow colouring added. For this reason, most of the guitar lemon oils on the market are 100% safe when used in moderation on your guitar's rosewood or ebony fretboard (don't use lemon oil on maple).
How long should I leave lemon oil on guitar?
If you use a product that is pure lemon oil, you will not have a problem. I put one to two drops (depending on the size of the fret) on each fret and lightly rub it in with a clean, cotton cloth. Let it sit for about 10 minutes, then remove any excess.
