[White Lotus]

I don't know a heap about woodworking - I am, however, in the process of restoring a bunch of outdoor furniture for my folks.​

This got me thinking - I have a heap of wood headphones, I should probably be taking better care of them!​

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So, I got the wood care kit that came with my LCD 2.2:​

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And got to work!​

Took the cans apart, gave them a good wipe down, with a mildly damp rag, then dried them off:​

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Then applied small dabs of wax, rubbing gently into the grain with the included soft cloth.​

I then carefully wiped off all excess residue after the unit was covered evenly, and left them to dry.​

These two shots were taken with the camera flash ON, after the waxing:​

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Woody Alessandro MS1:​

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Denon D5000:​

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Audeze LCD 2.2:​

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Project Palaios - Iona (portable amp):​

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So, as you can see, some types of wood react more visibly to the wax than others. Still, for the sake of longevity, I would probably recommend it.​

Has anyone else got any tips, for looking after your wooden gear?​

 

[younglee200]

I was actually wondering how often they should get this treatment done to them.  Any ideas?  Once a month maybe?

 

[White Lotus]

  I was actually wondering how often they should get this treatment done to them.  Any ideas?  Once a month maybe?

 
Good question, I've been wondering this myself. It's the first time I've touched the stuff!

 

[zazex]

I do a lot of woodworking with fine hardwoods, and would gladly make some recommendations to you.
 
I use about a dozen different waxes, a dozen different oils, and other finishes...
 
 
But it seems you've already finished a whole bunch of gear!
 
First thing - which you did, evidently - at least in one instance - ask the manufacturer for their recommendation.
(Then you can decide if you agree.)