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Author: Elifix
Date: 2011-11-29 14:12
Hi all,
Just notice that my mouthpiece has some 'white spots' on the exterior and at tip on the chamber. guessing its a build up of calcium/ limescale/ etc.
was wondering if there is any lotion/ DIY recipes to get rid of them?
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2011-11-29 15:38
Put a little lemon juivce into a glass of water and submerge the tip end of the mouthpiece in the solution. Let is soak for a fewminutes, then rince with cool water and wipe clean.
For commercial cleaners, check out the Doctor's products, a sponsor of this board.
Usual disclaimer applies: I am not affiliated with The Doctor, just a satisfied customer. 
Jeff
“Everyone discovers their own way of destroying themselves, and some people choose the clarinet.” Kalman Opperman, 1919-2010
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Post Edited (2011-11-29 15:39)
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Author: kdk
Date: 2011-11-29 16:24
I may try lemon juice myself, Jeff, since I've seen it recommended and never used it before. I've always used vinegar - straight from the bottle, no dilution - in the same way for the same purpose and it also works well. I put the vinegar in a shot glass and carefully put the mouthpiece into it tip down so none of the liquid gets near the tenon cork.
Karl
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Author: William
Date: 2011-11-29 18:18
I use a shot full glass of Lime-Away (straight, no dilution). Soak for about 5 mins and wipe clean with a soft paper towel and rinse with cool water. Removes all calcification and other crud--does not harm the mpc material, hard rubber or metal. No lingering taste issues and does not burn my fingers or my lips. My cleaning method for the past 30+ yrs.
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2011-11-29 23:17
Lime-Away !!!!!!
Are you SURE that's stuff is safe?!!? And I mean to YOU not the mouthpiece.
.................Paul Aviles
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Author: Dileep Gangolli
Date: 2011-11-30 00:51
Any natural acidic will take away the calcium and skin deposits, but may leave the mouthpiece duller in finish. But it will be clean and there will be no damage other than to the finish. I have used vinegar, lemon juice, lime juice etc. And all work fine.
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Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2011-12-01 00:21
I use, and always recommend, half water and half vinegar. Let it soak for about 5-10 minutes and then you can scrape everything off with your finger nails. Perfectly safe. Try to ovoid soaking the cork but it probably won't hurt but why take a chance. ESP eddiesclarinet.com
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