Best way to clean greasy Macbook pro keys?
Feb 18, 2011 | 12:54 PM
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Best way to clean greasy Macbook pro keys?
My new MBP with black keys really shows how oily my hands must be most of the time. I wipe it down with a damp MF clotch once a week, but even after that there are still small shiny spots on the spacebar. What should I use to completely remove any oils?
Feb 18, 2011 | 02:14 PM
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Feb 18, 2011 | 03:18 PM
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The keys are porous, so once you get oil on them, you're unlikely to get it out without popping all the keys off and cleaning them with a mild solvent.
The damp microfiber method is the correct one. You could also try a mild citrus cleaner, though I would remove the keyboard prior to trying it.
The damp microfiber method is the correct one. You could also try a mild citrus cleaner, though I would remove the keyboard prior to trying it.
Feb 18, 2011 | 05:36 PM
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Thanks Simba, I'll try a diluted citrus cleaner. Someone on a forum suggested a Magic Eraser, but that seems like it could be damaging over time.
I'll probably clean it thoroughly, then add a Moshi ClearGuard.
I'll probably clean it thoroughly, then add a Moshi ClearGuard.
