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Ydna New Member. Zippo fluid is naptha, so yes. But don't just poor it on the fretboard. Use a q-tip and rub it along the fretboard, it loosens up the grime, then use a scraper to scrape the grime off, going with the grain.
- Can you use lighter fluid to clean a fretboard?
- What can I use to clean my fretboard?
- Can you use lighter fluid to clean?
- Can I use alcohol to clean my fretboard?
Can you use lighter fluid to clean a fretboard?
If you do use lighter fluid to clean your guitar, use it in moderation and be very careful. You should be in a well-ventilated area, and apply the lighter fluid to the cloth, not directly to the finish of the guitar.
What can I use to clean my fretboard?
Clean the fretboard – Use fine steel wool to remove stubborn gunk from Rosewood/Ebony/Pau Ferro fretboards, and apply Lemon Oil to re-hydrate. Use a damp cloth to clean Maple fretboards. Polish the guitar body – For Poly-finished (gloss) guitars, spray guitar polish onto a soft cloth and wipe down.
Can you use lighter fluid to clean?
Just pour a little lighter fluid onto a clean rag and rub the rust spot away. Use another rag to wipe away any remaining fluid. Don't miss these other cleaning hacks you'll want to steal from professional house cleaners.
Can I use alcohol to clean my fretboard?
We don't recommend it. Rubbing alcohol may dry out the wood of the fingerboard, and may damage certain plastic materials on the guitar, and in some cases, even damage the guitar's finish. We've found that it can even make your strings squeak more! Your best bet is to use a tried-and-tested string cleaner and lubricant.
