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.

The performance of a computer mouse directly depends on the quality of the surface on which it moves, as well as on its purity.

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.

The speed of reaction to the team depends on how clean the surface of this accessory is.

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.

Any user should know how to clean the mouse pad so that it does not fail at the crucial moment.

How to clean the mouse pad

The accessory is made of different materials, and the methods of their cleaning are also significantly different.

To clean the mouse pad and not to spoil it, you should consider the type of surface.

The individual approach is important. In this case, and the rug and mouse will last longer.

Care for the stand should be appropriate to the material from which it is made.

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.

To clean the surface of the rug, a brush or a toothbrush, napkins, and a sponge are useful.

After that, thoroughly rinsed.

For each type of material has its own effective detergents.

Sometimes after washing put shampoo with the content of silicone.

Silicone in the composition of the detergent forms an invisible film on the material, thanks to which the mouse will slide better.

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.

To dry the mat should be straightened on a horizontal surface for at least a day.

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.

Rugs made of plastic or aluminum, the most simple and unpretentious in the care.

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.

Rinse the mat thoroughly by washing off all residual detergent.

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.

 

For polishing, you can use a regular piece of carpet and a drop of 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.

Computer mouse pads made of glass can be cleaned with special tools for cleaning windows.

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.

Glass mats are also wiped with ammonia.

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 computer accessories are durable and unpretentious in care.

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.

A rug made of leather can not be washed and generally wet in water.

The maximum that is allowed when cleaning the leather mouse pad is to wipe with a barely damp cloth and wipe dry immediately.

They clean such coasters with napkins with special products.

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.

Rubber mats. The most convenient to clean the type of rugs.

A cork accessory thing capricious. It can not be dipped in an aqueous solution, and even more so to prevent the ingress of chemicals.

A cork product can be wiped with a damp cloth with any cleaning agent for office equipment.

It is better to wipe with a soft cloth dipped in a special compound.

When washing the rug of any material should be cleaned and the mouse.

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 dry the product in direct sunlight or on the battery.

The industry produces a lot of products for the care of computer gadgets.

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 you notice that the lower part begins to flake off, it is better to replace the mat.

If in doubt, how the material will behave when washing or washing, try cleaning on a small area (corner, for example).

Caring for a mouse pad is not particularly difficult, just from time to time you need to clean it with a suitable tool.

Computer pad - a small and inexpensive accessory that provides convenience and ease of workflow. It is an accessible thing that cannot last forever.

The cleanness of the surface of the accessory is especially important for professional gamers who need high precision and sensitivity of a computer mouse.

Paying attention to its appearance, you can extend its life.

VIDEO: How to wash a mouse pad.

VIDEO: We clean the gaming mouse pad.

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