MAINTAINING THE OUTER LOOK OF THE EQUIPMENTS

The outer covering of most of the modern audio appliances is made of aluminum as it can be molded and bent in to a desired a shape. The panels when worked out are coated or painted either with powders or paints.

Aluminum used for these panels is mostly anodized which gives it a tough finish. The coating does not wear away. But the metal is prone to scratches and marks when it comes in contact with outer environment. The first step towards the safety of these equipments is to prevent the use of sharp objects like pins and screwdrivers. Most of the appliances today are painted from outside to obtain the desired color and finish. The painted surface is fragile and needs to be taken care of while handling. The powder coated surfaces are more durable as compared to the painted surfaces.

Care for the audio equipments starts with basic daily dusting that can be done with the help of a feather duster or a dry towel. For the knobs and other smaller parts you can use a good quality paint brush as it would reach the inside portions easily. Vacuum cleaner is another good option which would work extremely well to push the dirt out from the outer knobs and buttons.

A cleaning solution will serve your purpose if the outer surface is soiled heavily. There are a lot of sprays which are specially formulated to clean, polish and protect the painted, anodized as well as the coated surfaces. These sprays do not streak and help to reduce the static build-up. When buffed properly with a clean towel they also add sheen and luster to the surface. There are other aerosol sprays which form a layer of fine mist when sprayed and helps get rid of grease, dust and deposits of smoke. They dry up fast without leaving any residue.

Cleaning acrylic surfaces can be a challenge as they are very much prone to scratches. Damp cloth or a micro-fiber cloth can be used with very light hands. The key to remove fingerprints and marks other than dust is to apply plastic cleaner with a clean cloth to avoid scratching the surface.

Whatever way you choose to shine up your equipments, be ready to invest a lot of time and hard work to give them a perfect look. Do not forget dusting them on a daily basis.