Clean MBP keyboard and body

[yusukeaoki]

Hi guys.
I have the early 2011 MBP 17in and I am bit OCDic about my Mac being clean.

As everyone knows, human fingers have oil, and if you use the keyboard, it will get it dirty.
So as the body of MBP. The aluminum casing gets hot which makes you sweat and the sweat gets on the aluminum body.

Now I dont want to spend 30 bucks on Moshi Keyboard guard. Id rather put saran wrap on there lol

But here is the question. How do you guys clean your Mac body and keyboard?
I, for now, just use wipe for glasses (similar kind that came with your MBP).

Though the keyboard do leave marks of finger prints/oil.
Is there a certain chemical which I can use to clean my Mac?

Thanks.

 

[ThomasBoss]

I use a spray bottle that is filled up with water and the cloth apple gives you.
Spray the cloth so it is moist, not wet and just wipe it lightly.

Before my screen cleaning liquid ran out, I used that on the body also.

For the keyboard, don't bother unless it is REALLY bad...in a day it will be the exact same again haha

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Oh also I heard about this thing called the 'Magic Eraser' if you want to check it out...there are quite a few videos about it on youtube.

 

[yusukeaoki]

I use a spray bottle that is filled up with water and the cloth apple gives you.
Spray the cloth so it is moist, not wet and just wipe it lightly.

Before my screen cleaning liquid ran out, I used that on the body also.

For the keyboard, don't bother unless it is REALLY bad...in a day it will be the exact same again haha

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Oh also I heard about this thing called the 'Magic Eraser' if you want to check it out...there are quite a few videos about it on youtube.

Awesome! Thank you!
I try not to use my MBP keyboard as much when I'm home.
Mainly my wireless keyboard.

Ill check out the vid.
Thanks again!

 

[Danno21]

You could also get iKlear. It's what Apple uses to clean their products. You can buy it at an Apple Store, but it's much more expensive than it is on Amazon.

People swear by it and that kit I linked includes a lot.

 

[Irock619]

Apple website explains how to clean the computer.

 

[Mojo1]

Radtech OmniCleanz. It removes grease and grime much better than a damp cloth. It's also non-conductible so it is safe for electronics.

I used a damp microfiber cloth for many years but OmniCleanz converted me. I use it for eyeglasses, cameras and lenses and everything electronic. Worth every penny and it isn't expensive if you buy a larger bottle.

 

[ohla313]

I use disinfecting wipes and my keyboard has that nice matte finish afterwards, the trackpad is grease free, and the screen is clear.