In this episode of "Gibson's Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance," viewers learn how to polish their guitars like a professional. Gibson Master Luthier, Jim DeCola, demonstrates the correct way to do the job, whether your guitar has a gloss or satin finish.
Polishing a guitar sounds simple, but there’s more to it than you might think. Jim DeCola talks about the right way to clean and polish, including what types of polish and cloth to use, how to store the cloth, why you should polish in a circular motion, what to use to clean the strings and fretboard, and what to use to polish your guitar’s hardware. For more information on specific recommended products, be sure to check out the links below.
Jim also discusses how different finish colors can show scratches and fingerprints more than others, as well as the importance of dusting off the guitar before applying polish to reduce the possibility of scratching the finish, and how keeping the neck polished and clean will make playing effortless.
For more detailed information on guitar setup and maintenance, or more complicated DIY repairs, be sure to check out Gibson’s FREE Virtual Guitar Tech service at https://www.gibson.com/Support/Virtual-Guitar-Tech.
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