How to Properly Clean a WHITE Watch Band- Elastomer/Rubber Nylon

Summary

In this video, the host demonstrates how to clean a white watch band, focusing on a Fitbit made of elastomer, though the method applies to silicone bands as well. The cleaning process involves soaking the band in soapy water for five minutes and scrubbing it with a toothbrush to remove dirt. However, yellow stains are harder to remove, with tests of rubbing alcohol, baking soda, and whitening toothpaste proving ineffective. The host recommends removing the band after exercise and cleaning it regularly to prevent yellowing. The soapy water technique is effective for routine cleaning, though yellowing may remain.

Takeaways

• 😀 Soak the white watch band in hot soapy water for 5 minutes to loosen dirt and debris.
• 😀 Use a toothbrush to scrub the watch band after soaking to remove excess grime.
• 😀 Yellowing stains on white watch bands are often difficult to remove and may remain after cleaning.
• 😀 Methods like rubbing alcohol, baking soda, and whitening toothpaste may not effectively remove yellowing from the band.
• 😀 Rubbing alcohol can clean dirt but does not help with yellow stains.
• 😀 Baking soda is abrasive, but it didn’t improve the yellowing on the watch band.
• 😀 Whitening toothpaste did not show any improvement on yellow stains either.
• 😀 Regular cleaning with soap and water can remove general dirt and grime from the watch band.
• 😀 To prevent yellowing, remove the band after exercise or sweating to allow it to air out.
• 😀 Wipe the watch band with a paper towel after sweating to reduce the chance of yellow stains.
• 😀 If yellowing is severe, the band may need to be replaced, or it might still be wearable with minor yellowing.

Q & A

What is the main challenge when cleaning white watch bands?

The main challenge is removing oils, sweat, and dirt that can accumulate on the band, as well as dealing with yellowing that can be difficult to eliminate.

What materials are needed for cleaning a white watch band?

You will need hot water, soap, a toothbrush, and a container or bowl. For tackling yellow stains, you may also use rubbing alcohol, baking soda, or whitening toothpaste.

How long should you soak the watch band in soapy water?

The watch band should be soaked in the soapy water for about five minutes to loosen dirt and grime.

What should you do while the band is soaking?

While the band soaks, you can clean the watch face by using a toothpick to remove any build-up in small crevices around the watch.

What is the purpose of using a toothbrush during the cleaning process?

A toothbrush is used to scrub the band and remove excess dirt and debris after the band has been soaked in soapy water.

What results can you expect from using soap and water to clean the band?

Soap and water will typically remove dirt and grime from the band, but it may not be effective in removing yellow stains.

Did any of the tested methods (rubbing alcohol, baking soda, whitening toothpaste) successfully remove yellow stains from the band?

No, none of the tested methods—rubbing alcohol, baking soda, or whitening toothpaste—proved effective in removing the yellowing from the band.

What is recommended if yellowing persists on the band?

If yellowing persists, the band may be permanently stained. However, if the yellowing is minor, it may still be wearable without drawing attention.

How can you prevent yellowing on a white watch band?

To prevent yellowing, you should remove the band after exercising, allow it to air out, and wipe away sweat immediately after use. Regular cleaning also helps minimize yellow stains.

Why did the speaker mention that the yellowing was '100% on them'?

The speaker acknowledged that the yellowing was their own fault for not cleaning the band regularly and wearing it in the shower, which contributed to the staining.