Acoustic Guitars/What polish should I use?

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Expert: The Luthier Lady! - 5/23/2011


Question
I got the Martin OOOCX1E about two months ago and I want to make sure that it stays in good shape. What polish should use on the body and fretboard? Preferably a Martin brand but it doesn't really matter. This is the link so you can see all the specs on it.
Thank you.

Answer
Hi Josh,

Any commercially available polish made specifically for guitars will do. Just make sure you leave no residue after spraying it on.

On the fret board... only give it a light coating of lemon oil about once a year. Apply the oil, then immediately wipe it off.

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I have owned my own guitar repair business for about 3 years. Also, I have built 2 guitars: an acoustic and a jazz bass.

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Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans (A.S.I.A)

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Graduate of Galloup School of Luthierie, Big Rapids, MI - Journeyman Program, Graduate of Dave Nichols' Custom Pearl Inlay School, Malone, NY, Authorized Level 2 Buzz Feiten System Retro-fitter

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