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To make it, combine 1 cup of water with 1/2 cup white vinegar in a glass spray bottle. Wipe off excess and let dry for as long as you want. I have already used a soapy solvent on another guitar which is now looking a little dry so I am about to apply the Lemon Oil I just bought at GC.
- What is lemon oil for guitar made of?
- Is lemon oil safe for guitars?
- What can I use instead of lemon oil on my guitar?
- How do you make lemon oil step by step?
What is lemon oil for guitar made of?
Guitar lemon oil is usually mineral oil mixed with yellow artificial coloring, lemon scent, and a small amount of real lemon oil, typically between 0.5% and 2%.
Is lemon oil safe for guitars?
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).
What can I use instead of lemon oil on my guitar?
You cannot go wrong.
- Liberon BLO500 is a good one, as is Rustin's Boiled Linseed Oil.
- Fret Doctor Fretboard Conditioner is another solid choice.
- Gerlitz Guitar Honey Fretboard Conditioner is a light mineral oil suitable for any Fender or Gibson guitar.
How do you make lemon oil step by step?
Follow these 6 simple steps to make oil from Meyer lemons:
- Give the Lemons a Thorough Wash. Wash 4-5 lemons thoroughly under cold water. ...
- Peel the Skin Off. ...
- Bring Water to Boil. ...
- Place the Bowl on the Pot of Hot Water. ...
- Cool and Strain the Mixture. ...
- Store the Lemon Oil in a Cool, Dry Place. ...
- You've Done It!
