Using Fret Doctor?

[spin32]

Hi Im new in here sorry for the nub question...

I bought a Gibson LP Standard 2006 and the neck is a bit dry
Ive ordered Fret Doctor but I dont know how to apply it on my fretboard
Which kind of cloth should I use?
Should I take the strings off and then apply it?
How much of the fret doctor should I use on the cloth?

Thanks For the help

Here is my LP
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[Darkburst]

I use Fret Doctor when I'm changing strings when my board is looking dry. That means there are no strings on my LP. A use a small dab (a little goes a long way) of Fret Doctor on a cotton cloth and rub it on the board between each fret. When I get to the last fret, I go back with a dry part of the towel to pick up an excess oil. The trick is to not use too much oil or leave it on too long.

[Mike60]

Q-tips.

[b-squared]

Originally Posted by Mike60

Q-tips.

+1...like they were made for each other.

BB

[JPizzzle]

i actually started using a cloth buy ended up taking ed (the maker's) advice and dabbed my finger and spread it. It goes on great with this method. I would also let it soak in for like 20-30 min and put at least 2 coats down. I put 3. It's completely natural and non-toxic (I was told it's mostly vegetable oils) so I didn't worry about getting it on your skin. I would take off the strings as well.

here's a link to a thread i started with before and after pics if ur interested
http://www.mylespaul.com/forums/gibs...8-fret-dr.html

[HEY!YOU!]

I use my finger, and a little does go a long way.
I leave it on for a good while then wipe off the excess.

[spin32]

Thank U all for the comments Great Tips

[spin32]

One more thing I've read in some post here of people telling to use 0000 steal wool what is it for?
will it chop the wood of from my neck?
My guitar is from 06 should i use it?
Thanks

[JPizzzle]

Originally Posted by spin32

One more thing I've read in some post here of people telling to use 0000 steal wool what is it for?
will it chop the wood of from my neck?
My guitar is from 06 should i use it?
Thanks

People use steel wool to strip the wax that you may have applied to your fretboard. If your the original owner of your guitar and you have never polished or waxed your fretboard then it is not necessary. The wax would prevent the bore oil from soaking in. Also if you had gotten a full setup done on your guitar and they waxed the fretboard, then you may have to use steel wool. I am not familiar with the process of using the steel wool, but there are tips online, and I know that you should cover your humbuckers since they are magnetic and will get covered with the stuff. Good luck, let us know how it goes.

[spin32]

Thanks for the help Jpizzzle i will

[Big John]

I use Fret Doctor twice a year, at the beginning of summer and the beginning of winter. When I apply it, I put it on heavy enough to where the top of the fretboard looks like wet pavement. I let it soak in for 15-20 minutes at room temperature (not out in the garage/shop) and then wipe off the excess. This stuff is the best.

[spin32]

Hi all
A little update I received my Fret Doctor Yesterday and at once used it
the effect was AMAZING!
This stuff is incredible not to mention the outstanding customer treatment which I received From Ed Boyle GREAT MAN!
I've added some before and after Pictures I applied 3 coats since my board was very dry 1=50 Min 2= 30min 3= 15
Thanks For everyone for thier replies Be sure to try FRET DOCTOR

[stevedave]

Looking good! It's great what the Fret Doctor can do for a dried out board.

[JPizzzle]

Originally Posted by spin32

Hi all
A little update I received my Fret Doctor Yesterday and at once used it
the effect was AMAZING!
This stuff is incredible not to mention the outstanding customer treatment which I received From Ed Boyle GREAT MAN!
I've added some before and after Pictures I applied 3 coats since my board was very dry 1=50 Min 2= 30min 3= 15
Thanks For everyone for thier replies Be sure to try FRET DOCTOR

Great results bro!
Dude ed is the man. He was nice enough to let me pick up fret dr in person. I ended up hangin with him talking about wood and stuff for about an hour. Real cool guy.

JP

[spin32]

Thanks SteveDave &Thanks Jp btw i used ur tip and applied 3 coats did the work great I owe u one ! Ed is a great guy really nice great customer service and the most important the maker of this amazing stuff

[loneguitar]

+1 on the Fret Dr, amazing stuff, use it on all of my ladies and it keeps them happy, BTW if you haven't been as yet Welcome to the forum

[spin32]

Thanks loneguitar!
This forum is great good people a lot of help!

[5F6-A]

a pic of my Strat rosewood f/board. I just applied a coat of FD and took the pic while I was waiting a minute to wipe off the excess. Nice....

[Mondoslug]

Can you put it over the inlays or you try to go around?

Thanks!

[5F6-A]

inlays are unnaffected by FD

[joebonsai]

Hi JPizzzle
I've ordered FD too, do the boards darked directly? Wouls you please be so kind to post your pics again?
Can't see them in the old thread
btw is it okay to use a normal guitar polish cloth?


I wanna darked the board of the JR, it's very bright
.....and the bigsby one could also get a little bit darker..... I'll show you before and after

Thanx

[loaded six string]

Originally Posted by HEY!YOU!

I use my finger, and a little does go a long way.
I leave it on for a good while then wipe off the excess.

my technique exactly. The finger spreads it out evenly. Just a drop mind you.

[riffs246]

Hey-It's nice to see folks discovering fret doctor. I have been using it for about a year and I'm a believer. The guy who makes this stuff was formerly Director of Biology and Physiology at a major optics company (Carl Zeiss?)
He has electron microscopy photos of his product penetrating wood vs. other products. It's nice to see a product based on scientific research rather than something made in some guys garage and called Gorilla Snot or whatever. What this stuff does for wood is amazing. I actually use it around the house for other wood objects to bring out the grain and natural beauty of the wood. It has such good spreadability that a small bottle will last you years. This is a really special product, and the guy who created it deserves to do well, although he is a really humble guy who invented the product as a bore oil for woodwind instruments. Your beautiful photos really tell the story. Check out his website forgood scientific explanations why you shouldn't use lemon oil on a fretboard. Because he is a PhD in physiology, he knows wood better than most people and I trust his judgement.