White MacBook Base Clean

[Big Ron]

My white MacBook rubberised bottom is a bit scuffed and dirty, I can live with the scuffs but the dirt is annoying me. Has anyone got a tried and tested method for successfully cleaning the rubberised bottom?

I live in the UK so if any of you are kind enough to suggest a retail product, can you give examples for the UK

Thanks

 

[AZhappyjack]

My white MacBook rubberised bottom is a bit scuffed and dirty, I can live with the scuffs but the dirt is annoying me. Has anyone got a tried and tested method for successfully cleaning the rubberised bottom?

I live in the UK so if any of you are kind enough to suggest a retail product, can you give examples for the UK

Thanks

I’ve used a Magic Eraser for this exact purpose. Not sure if they’re available in the UK. Be careful with the water, though. I usually only clean it when it gets really dirty - and I remove the bottom cover, clean it, let it dry well and then put it back on the MacBook.

https://www.mrclean.com/cleanbook/magic-erasers-101

Similar product:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jml-5020044770276-Magic-Eraser-V1352/dp/B00097ECGM

 

[Big Ron]

Thanks dfausty, I will check that out

 

[Altemose]

Thanks dfausty, I will check that out

Make sure it is just a regular plain Magic Eraser! Otherwise you will end up with some interesting marks on the bottom...

 

[Big Ron]

Update to all:

I have ordered a replacement part so won't need to clean it straight away

I'll look into the Magic Eraser and practice on my original dirty bottom

 

[Altemose]

Update to all:

I have ordered a replacement part so won't need to clean it straight away

I'll look into the Magic Eraser and practice on my original dirty bottom

Just a note... If your bottom case is exhibiting separation you are eligible for a free part from Apple.

 

[Big Ron]

Unfortunately there is no separation its just very dirty. One of the screws had red loctite type paint on it (to deter opening I guess) and that had bled onto the rubberised bottom.

I just prefer to start afresh with a clean base and take responsibility for its upkeep.

As an aside, I swear it feels faster than my Imac, god bless SSD's

 

[Altemose]

Unfortunately there is no separation its just very dirty. One of the screws had red loctite type paint on it (to deter opening I guess) and that had bled onto the rubberised bottom.



I just prefer to start afresh with a clean base and take responsibility for its upkeep.



As an aside, I swear it feels faster than my Imac, god bless SSD's

Have a look at that recall program though...