Plastic. Plastic keys are opposite of ivory keys, meaning you can use gentle cleaning solutions to whiten the keys. One of the easiest methods is to mix a couple of drops of dish soap into a damp white washcloth and wipe the keys down with a soft cloth, from top to bottom and not side to side.
- How do I get my piano keys white again?
- How do you fix a yellow plastic piano key?
- How do you whiten white plastic that turned yellow?
How do I get my piano keys white again?
You should first thoroughly dust the keys and then clean them with diluted vinegar. However make sure to use the teensiest bit, since strong acid with corrode dental bone. The ideal ratio is one part of vinegar in 4 parts of water. Also use only flannel or cheesecloth to scrub the keys.
How do you fix a yellow plastic piano key?
For plastic keys, it's okay to use a gentle cleaning solution. For most pianos, regular dish soap and a washcloth will do the trick. Be advised, however, that if you have an electric piano, any liquid (even water) should be avoided, as this can damage the electrical components inside.
How do you whiten white plastic that turned yellow?
How to Use Bleach for Yellowed Plastic
- For electronic parts, removed the yellowed plastic.
- Fill a sink with an 8:1 water to bleach mix.
- Put on some gloves.
- Submerge the plastic in the bleach.
- Soak until white again.
- Remove from the solution.
- Wash with mild soap and rinse.