Cleaning/Maintenence

[FlyinPig]

Just got my brand new Aluminium Macbook for Christmas (2.4Ghz). It's absolutely perfect.

I was wondering if anyone else has noticed how dirty they seem to get over a very short period of time. Fingerprints on the iSight where you open the MacBook and fingerprints all over the keyboard - those are the main two really. Although, I do have a Border Collie who molts throughout the year, however the dog fluff can just been blown off before I log in I suppose.

Can anyone recommend any cleaning products available in the UK which will keep my Mac looking shiny and new? Specifically something for the keyboard, considering the cloth that was included in the box does a pretty fine job of cleaning the display.

=)

 

[shady825]

You dont need anything "special"
I use a DAMP paper towel on my keyboard every few days and it stays looking like new. As for your glass near the iSight, I guess dont touch it. Even with the cleanest of hands you will leave finger prints on the screen. I bought a microfiber cloth to wipe it off. It does a really good job.

 

[goldfronts]

I use a damp paper towel, as well

 

[VSMacOne]

I use this http://www.radtech.us/Products/NotebookScreenSavrz.aspx dry, plus the Apple cloth that came with the Macbook.. get some water on it and wipe down the screen and the keys/case. Looks good!

 

[iVeBeenDrinkin']

Here is a thread that has already been started about this topic

 

[tsice19]

Make sure you are only using microfiber cloths on the screen. A paper towel is rough enough to scratch it.

I've heard good thing about iKlear for cleaning the screen, however. I usually just use a bit of water.

 

[steve31]

I also use Radtech Screen Savrz. It is an excellent product. A must buy.

 

[VSMacOne]

I also use Radtech Screen Savrz. It is an excellent product. A must buy.

Have you used the Radtech cloth wet yet? I'm curious how it handles that...