How To Clean Cork? 2024
DFrench97 reply :
After a while my rod's cork gets dirty and was wondering if there are any tricks to clean it or just use soap and water?
bassboy107 reply :
If you search in the search bar you can find lots of threads about cork cleaning. The most commonly recommended (and what i do) is to use a magic eraser to clean the cork, then after to apply U-40 cork sealant.
Darren. reply :
Yup, what bassboy said.
Can also take mineral spirits to the cork for cleaning prior to U-40. But a magic eraser should work just fine.
Paul Peixoto reply :
X3
masterbass reply :
Do you guys recommend using u40 when the rod is brand new? I have a couple of new rods. Does it work?
Darren. reply :
On 3/31/2014 at 3:53 AM, masterbass said:Do you guys recommend using u40 when the rod is brand new? I have a couple of new rods. Does it work?
Yes. It is just a sealer, will keep the cork looking "new" for a bit longer than otherwise.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Use 0000 steel wool.... Cleans quick rinse off ..done
Alonerankin2 reply :
I say no on sealer... My Op
DFrench97 reply :
Thanks!
DFrench97 reply :
Thanks for the advice! It worked great!
SirSnookalot reply :
Magic eraser works pretty good. Mineral spirits works but I find some "dirt" gets pushed into the grain of the cork giving it a bit different look.
Bluebasser86 reply :
Magic Eraser and a little elbow grease makes them look good as new.
Oregon Native reply :
Take em to kitchen sink....soap and a sponge (scotch brite side helps). Has kept rod corks good for years
roadwarrior reply :
On 3/31/2014 at 5:36 PM, Bluebasser86 said:Magic Eraser and a little elbow grease makes them look good as new.
S Hovanec reply :
Magic Eraser + Simple Green. You have to be careful with mineral spirits or other chemicals. Some fillers used by the manufacturers will soften and fall out prematurely.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
The Magic Eraser is the single best way I've found. Denatured alcohol is the harshest solvent I let anywhere near a rod.
.RM. reply :
On 3/31/2014 at 2:01 AM, bassboy107 said:If you search in the search bar you can find lots of threads about cork cleaning. The most commonly recommended (and what i do) is to use a magic eraser to clean the cork, then after to apply U-40 cork sealant.
X2... 
John G reply :
Magic Eraser and you do not need to use any extra elbow grease to get the job done.
Grizzn N Bassin reply :
Magic eraser. X7.5
jbw252 reply :
Blood and fish slime seem to keep it good for decades.
jignfule reply :
On 3/31/2014 at 2:01 AM, bassboy107 said:If you search in the search bar you can find lots of threads about cork cleaning. The most commonly recommended (and what i do) is to use a magic eraser to clean the cork, then after to apply U-40 cork sealant.
yes!!!!
.ghoti. reply :
On 4/1/2014 at 12:20 AM, jbw252 said:Blood and fish slime seem to keep it good for decades.
The only time I clean cork now is when I'm selling a rod.
RipSomeLips reply :
I had never tried a magic eraser on cork...tried it today and it was money. I forgot how tacky clean cork can be.
scrutch reply :
These work fantastic! I use them and they get the cork as bright as new.
http://www.amazon.com/WYPALL-Waterless-Wipes-Bucket-PRICE/dp/B002K2JTG2
Rudy1922 reply :
Hand wipes are what I use. In fact I use them to clean the whole fishing rod.
TrippyJai reply :
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is the cheapest and most effective way to clean. A 2 pack cost no more than $3. Soak in water, squeeze then start cleaning.
LoganYeager reply :
rubbing alcohol and a clean rag always worked for me 
SirSnookalot reply :
On 4/1/2014 at 1:07 PM, TrippyJai said:Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is the cheapest and most effective way to clean. A 2 pack cost no more than $3. Soak in water, squeeze then start cleaning.
Best I've found so far. Been cleaning up some of my rods lately and I have not been squeezing them out as hard as I used to. Looks like they work just as well and the erasers are lasting longer.
MarkH024 reply :
x1000 on Magic Erasers.
Or you could soak it but never been there..
http://youtu.be/sbBG8NMt4lk
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