A bloke i know who ran a record shop used to use lighter fluid to clean vinyl and cds no idea of the long term effects though.
Lighter fluid cleaning vinyl.
It s the best cleaner for heel marks and works on other tough stains too.
The trick is to use a lint free anti static cloth.
Controlling grit and soil is crucial to prolonging a vinyl floor s attractive appearance.
Scour using mannington award series heavy duty cleaner and stripper and a nylon pad or stiff bristle brush.
How to clean vinyl records.
Clean vinyl floors by removing dust and dirt with a broom dust mop or vacuum cleaner.
It s the best cleaner for heel marks and works on other tough stains too.
Wipe with a clean white cloth dampened with lighter fluid painte s naphtha or isopropyl alcohol.
Turn off any nearby pilot lights and hang rags out to dry before throwing them away.
The crackling noise and pops that you experience with many of the records is the result of dust settled and accumulated in the grooves of the vinyl over a long period of time.
Do not use lighter fluid bleach wd40 armor all or baby lotion on records.
If it doesn t say specifically for records then do not use it.
Cleaning vinyl records and keeping them dust free is a major factor in preserving them and keeping their perfect sound quality for longer.
If the stain is still visible.
Remember that all these products are flammable.
Is wet playing your records ok.
You can also use lighter fluid or mineral spirits.
You can also use lighter fluid or mineral spirits.
Isopropyl alcohol sold as a disinfectant at drugstores is a mild solvent.
Saturate a clean white cloth with bleach solution cover stain and allow to stand for no more than 1 hour.
Turn off any nearby pilot lights and hang rags out to dry before throwing them away.
If the stain still shows scrub it with lighter fluid or odorless mineral spirits.
Wipe the spot with rubbing alcohol.