Being on the golf course on a beautiful day with clubs in hand is a wonderful feeling for every golf lover. But keeping your swing in top condition requires not only practice, but also care of your golf clubs. Cleaning and polishing your clubs is a must to keep them in excellent condition, both for appearance and to preserve their performance on the course.
- You will need the following:
- A bucket
- Warm soapy water (mild dish soap works well)
- A soft cloth or towel
- A soft-bristled toothbrush or special brush
- Golf club cleaning or chrome polish
- A dry towel
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First Rinse Fill your bucket with warm, soapy water. Use only warm water and mild detergent; hot water and strong detergents can damage your sticks. Place the clubs in the water so that the club heads are submerged. Let them sit for a few minutes to dissolve dirt.
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Detailed Cleaning After the soak, use your cleaning brush to gently scrub the club heads. Use synthetic bristles to avoid scratching. Be sure to clean all grooves and grooves thoroughly, especially important for iron clubs and wedges where groove control is critical.
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Wipe Them Off After thorough scrubbing, rinse the lollipops under warm running water to remove any remaining soap. Then dry them with a dry towel, making sure that no moisture remains, especially in the grooves of the clubhead.
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Time to Polish Apply a small amount of your chosen cleaner or chrome polish to a soft cloth. Be careful not to use anything abrasive. Polish the club head in a circular motion, making sure to cover all surfaces.
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Buff and Shine Let the polish dry for a few minutes, then use a clean piece of your cloth to buff the clubhead until it shines. This step gives that professional look.
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Regular Maintenance It is not necessary to do this after every round, but maintaining a regular cleaning and polishing schedule will improve the life and performance of your clubs. A thorough cleaning every two weeks and polishing once a month should be enough.
By giving your clubs the shine they deserve, you may also find that your game shines a little brighter.