How to clean a computer mouse pad?
The mouse pad looks like a worthless thing. But those who constantly use it, note that with its help the computer mouse "runs" faster, and it becomes more comfortable to work at the computer.
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Why clean the mouse pad
Working with graphic editors, or in the process of video games, users expect an instant reaction. Otherwise, there may be errors or inaccuracies that are difficult to fix. Finally, any user is annoyed when they have to “persuade” (that is, click a hundred times) to perform the same command.
Unfortunately, there are more serious reasons: the mouse breaks. Since the dust and small particles from the surface of the rug easily fall inside this computer accessory. Therefore, even the most accurate users need to clean such a rug from time to time.
How to clean the mouse pad
The accessory is made of different materials, and the methods of their cleaning are also significantly different.
The individual approach is important. In this case, and the rug and mouse will last longer.
Cleaning the carpet with a fabric coating
To clean a fabric mat, a sponge or soft brush is immersed in a soap solution and gently wipe the soiled surface.
After that, thoroughly rinsed.
Sometimes after washing put shampoo with the content of silicone.
Dry the mat only in a natural way, without using a hairdryer, gas stove or battery. To dry faster, wipe the rug with a newspaper or soft cloth.
How to clean plastic and aluminum mat
Accessories with aluminum or plastic surfaces are easy to clean. Taking a comfortable sponge or brush and any detergent (washing powder, dishwashing detergent or surface cleaner). Water is poured into the basin, diluted with detergent and a mat is placed there.
Important! Do not use boiling water, otherwise the mat may be deformed.
Thoroughly washing the entire computer accessory, including bends and bumps for the hand, do not forget about the reverse side - it is also polluted.
After the above procedures, it is rinsed under running water and dried. At the final stage - polished. Without special preparations, this can be done by taking a carpet and a drop of any oil.
We clean a glass rug
The cheapest preparation for cleaning glass surfaces will help “wash” the glass stand. If there is no such agent on hand, use a detergent solution and a sponge.
After that, rinse well so that soap stains do not remain. Then using alcohol (or vodka) wipe the surface with a cloth that does not leave fibers. It will be a kind of polishing. Here is a glass mat and cleaned.
Wash leather mat
And is it even possible to wash the leather stand for the mouse? Perhaps the word "wash" or "wash" in the conventional sense in our case is wrong to use.
Leather things are, after all, more decoration of the workplace than a practical item for everyday use, therefore, they must be operated very carefully and carefully, avoiding serious contamination. Otherwise, even if you manage to get rid of stains, there will still be stains on the surface.
The maximum that is allowed when cleaning the leather mouse pad is to wipe with a barely damp cloth and wipe dry immediately.
How to wash dirt from a rubber or cork mat
You can clean the rubber mouse stand in the simplest way. Washed and dried. No special recommendations.
A cork accessory thing capricious. It can not be dipped in an aqueous solution, and even more so to prevent the ingress of chemicals.
It is better to wipe with a soft cloth dipped in a special compound.
How to care for a mouse pad
In order for the computer accessory to last longer and retain its appearance and quality, it needs to be carefully operated.
Do not allow an additional layer of dust to appear on the surface. Periodically wipe with a damp cloth, and then remove residual moisture with a soft, dry cloth.
If in doubt, how the material will behave when washing or washing, try cleaning on a small area (corner, for example).
Computer pad - a small and inexpensive accessory that provides convenience and ease of workflow. It is an accessible thing that cannot last forever.
Paying attention to its appearance, you can extend its life.
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