Double Bass Cleaning the Fingerboard

[sulcobass]

Hey everyone,

I was wondering what is the best way to clean the finger board of your bass. I heard it really makes a diffrence. But, I am worried about dripping on the varnish.

Thanks

 

[Ben B]

I use Old English lemon oil once or twice a year. It's really a preservative/protectant, but cleans well too. It's oily, so, you will have to wipe it off thoroughly.

My bass is a fretless with an ebony fingerboard. The lemon oil has never been a problem for the wood or the finish.

Ben

 

[jimclark68]

When I change strings, I rub the fingerboard with some fine steel wool and linseed oil, then wipe it off with a clean rag. Feels smoooooth.

 

[Matthew Tucker]

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