Cleaning a violin bow is very important. However, the bow is very delicate so there is great care that needs to be taking when cleaning. This is something that should be done by an adult to ensure that no damage is done.
I must say that your bow should always be wiped clean after every use. This will help prevent resin and dirt from building up, which will cause damage to the strings on your violin.
To clean your bow, you should use ethyl or a wood alcohol. Along with the wood alcohol, you need to use a soft cloth or a paper towel. I would like to mention that these supplies can be found at your local hardware store. This is much cheaper than an instrumental store. I want to tell you, from a bad experience, to NEVER, NEVER, NEVER use rubbing alcohol. This will damage your violin bow and the hair on it.
When cleaning the hair on your bow, use your wood alcohol and an old toothbrush. Dip the toothbrush in the alcohol and gently brush the bow hair lengthwise. This will remove the dirt and extra rosin. Let the hair dry for three to four hours. Next, attach it to the bow and remember to apply rosin to your bow after cleaning.
Keep in mind, regular maintenance and cleaning will keep your violin in great shape. This will help the violin to last longer and the sound to remain consistent.
Cleaning a violin bow is very important. However, the bow is very delicate so there is great care that needs to be taking when cleaning. This is something that should be done by an adult to ensure that no damage is done.
I must say that your bow should always be wiped clean after every use. This will help prevent resin and dirt from building up, which will cause damage to the strings on your violin.
To clean your bow, you should use ethyl or a wood alcohol. Along with the wood alcohol, you need to use a soft cloth or a paper towel. I would like to mention that these supplies can be found at your local hardware store. This is much cheaper than an instrumental store. I want to tell you, from a bad experience, to NEVER, NEVER, NEVER use rubbing alcohol. This will damage your violin bow and the hair on it.
When cleaning the hair on your bow, use your wood alcohol and an old toothbrush. Dip the toothbrush in the alcohol and gently brush the bow hair lengthwise. This will remove the dirt and extra rosin. Let the hair dry for three to four hours. Next, attach it to the bow and remember to apply rosin to your bow after cleaning.
Keep in mind, regular maintenance and cleaning will keep your violin in great shape. This will help the violin to last longer and the sound to remain consistent.