FOR HIGH GLOSS LACQUER FINISHES: Use a soft, non-abrasive 100% cotton cloth guitar polish cloths also work very well. First, give each drum a light dusting. If you would like a shine to appear on the shells, use a high-quality, non-abrasive, non-wax furniture polish. NEVER spray polish directly onto the drum shell, always spray the cloth first, and then gently polish the drum. For a thorough cleaning, we suggest that you remove all lugs and hardware from the shell.

FOR SATIN LACQUER FINISHES: A light dusting will generally do the trick with most Satin lacquer drums. Make sure you use a soft non-abrasive 100% cotton cloth, or guitar polish cloth. For a more thorough cleaning, use a damp (not wet) cloth and dry the shell immediately after. You may find it easier to clean the shell by removing the lugs and hardware.

FOR COVERED FINISHES: Use a soft, non-abrasive 100% cotton cloth or even a guitar polish cloth. Covered finishes may be cleaned with a little Windex. Never spray cleaner directly on the drum itself. Always spray cleaner on the cloth first and gently wipe the drum. For a thorough cleaning, remove all lugs and hardware from the shell.

FOR A MORE THOROUGH CLEANING: Disassemble each of your drums by removing the heads, lugs and any other mounted hardware. When you're down to the naked shells, go through your normal cleaning routine and remove any gunk that was wedged around or behind the lugs. While you have your drums disassembled, take the opportunity to clean your lugs and other hardware. If you use Chrome cleaner on the lugs and hardware, make sure to follow the directions on the label. Do not use Chrome cleaner while the hardware is still attached to the drum. Chrome cleaner can damage wood shells!

KEEP THEM CLEAN! There are many fine cleaning products available for your drums at your local music store. Invest in a high-quality, non-abrasive, non-wax polish and a couple of lint-free 100% cotton polishing rags.