Cleaning coated electric strings.

[HCB]

Hello people!


I know the answer is to use EBMM string wipes!

My question is for the coated strings. I usually use lighter fluid to clean my strings and will try some wipes after I am done with it unless it will in some way ruin the coating. Is it ok to use this on the coated strings? I am thinking about the coating in particular. Titanium should be fine I guess. So is it ok (the lighter fluid) ?

I am almost out of Lemon oil and will be using trying EB fingerboard conditioner also. Thanks in advance,

HB

 

[DCStingray]

That's an interesting question. Thinking back to my organic chemistry class, I don't think they would react since butane doesn't contain any "functional groups" or double bonds. It's hard to say though without knowing the the specifics of the coating. I don't think I would risk it - use EB Wipes.

 

[marsguitars]

I would have thought lighter fluid was a bit risky for repeated use... not for the strings nut for your guitar fretboard.

Fast Fret??

 

[KevinKBass]

IM guessing lighter fluid in repeated use would make your guitar alot more flammable. just me though. Just incase youve got some narly fireworks for an outdoor gig?