This combination of fluids is widely recommended as an efficient mixture to clean records using what are household materials.

The story behind GrooveWasher is fascinating, and although they’re a relatively new kid on the block having formed in 2015, their roots are grounded firmly in one of the most popular record cleaning products from the 1970’s – the Discwasher. However, it was not great at removing some of the tougher spots of the exceptionally dirty record we used.There are those who will say the solution is killing my records but if it is it's, at least, making them sound better before they die- and it does get a lot of dirt out if they're dirty. Usually the best cleaning methods are generally ones where the dirt is loosened and sucked up using a vacuum of some sort. This method works well, but the trouble is, most vinyl collectors want a single-step cleaning process.

A higher concentration of surfactants means a deeper clean while still protecting your precious classics.We regularly update our inventory with the latest offerings and provide exclusive discounts to help you save money on your purchases. Summary: Everything you need to keep your records clean, with an added bonus of the best microfiber system we tested. The results very impressive; I’ve cleaned brand new records with other cleaners before and actually made the record worst. On sending the starter kit, GrooveWasher founder, Steve invited me to test his product for residue by spraying on a clear piece of glass. There are numerous companies that offer vinyl record cleaning solutions that are both easy to use and relatively affordable.

The GrooveWasher team developed their G2 cleaning fluid to evaporate quickly and avoid the secondary rinsing step, and I’m happy to report their claim holds up very well. However, the original Discwasher owners sold the company in 1982, which led to a watering down of the original owner’s principles, and ultimately, a decline in product quality over recent decades. This fabric is effective in removing the contaminants borne in the G2 Fluid from the record's microgroove. G3 Two-Step Record Cleaning Fluid is formulated and made by GrooveWasher in North Kansas City, MO, USA.Replaceable Microfiber Cleaning Pad, with velcro on the plexiglass base to secure the pad to the handle. Our user-friendly platform allows you to effortlessly explore our selection and find exclusive Groovewasher products that may not be readily available elsewhere. At Sound Matters, we’ve covered plenty of vinyl cleaning methods before — particularly manual hand-cleaning methods, as many purpose-built record cleaning machines are cost-prohibitive for the average record collector. In my experience, the above, pragmatic approach is the best advice you can follow when cleaning used records. Yes, Groovewasher products are available in London, Birmingham, Liverpool, Sheffield, Bristol, Leicester, Edinburgh, Leeds, Cardiff, Manchester, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and all major cities in UK.