A bit of a weird one

[ripctt2]

How would I keep the words or name of the rubber like the thing at the bottom with the ittf marking clean? like we usually dont pay attentio to this and can't really keep it clean with non adhesive preotectors as they dont stick. Im using h3 prov bs and i want to keep the words at the bottom 狂飚 3 and ITTF marking?
Note its mainly cosmetic but just interested at what solution pop up.

 

[Colestt]

Any way you want since you dont worry about losing grip there. Old toothbrush?

 

[ripctt2]

Any way you want since you dont worry about losing grip there. Old toothbrush?

Its more of a thing like when i apply protective film onto it, like it sticks to everywhere else but the letters at the bottom and since it sticks to everywhere else, the part at the bottom has a slightly lighter or duller colour.

 

[ShakehandJpenCpenEnjoyer]

I have the same problem. I think we cannot do anything about it.
It has been oxidated because the protective film cannot attach properly to the letterings.
Unless someone invented a new rubber cleaner that can reverse oxidation.

 

[Colestt]

Yesh not much to do about that

 

[lodro]

Yesh not much to do about that

but we can cut off the part of the protective cover that normally goes over the bottom part with the scriptures.
After that a little Alcohol -Swab will do the cleaning

 

[zeio]

If soap doesn't work, spread some baking soda over the area and add a drop or two of water to mix it up and leave it for a minute or two and scrub lightly with a sponge.

 

[Colestt]

As cleaning goes, wd40 would be best

 

[Wakkibatty]

A good rubber cleaner is your best bet, along with keeping your blade handle clean and/or washing your hands before playing.

I know that last one sounds odd and does nothing about oxidation. I only mention it because I constantly see significant rubber wear in this particular area on the blades I repair. It also occurs to me it's possible that skin oils might contribute to oxidation, as its common for me to see premature aging / cracking in this area as well, not just abrasion damage (that foes for grippy rubbers as well as tacky ones)

Clearly a lot of people's fingers and/or thumb like to creep up the blade during play, and dirt / sweat / grime is being transferred to the rubber as a result.

If you find yourself doing the same, keeping your blade handle and fingers clean will go a long way towards helping prevent any extra wear and tear.

 

[ripctt2]

Thanks. but oine more question. if i cut my rubber and the edges are slomewhat jagged in areas, but i dont have a sharp blade or scissors to cut it since the overhang isnt much, how could i smooth it out to a professional look?

 

[zeio]

A polishing wheel/belt sander can get the job done, at the potential cost of the blade edge...

That's how a local brick and mortar shop does it.

 

[ripctt2]

A polishing wheel/belt sander can get the job done, at the potential cost of the blade edge...

That's how a local brick and mortar shop does it.

uhm i dont have either. would sanding it work or would it just tear the sponge?

 

[zeio]

It would likely make it worse.

 

[NetProphet]

As cleaning goes, wd40 would be best

WD 40 is a solvent and can be damaging to rubber. I wouldn't put it anywhere near my TT racket but if anyone chooses to do so I'd advise being extremely cautious so as not to get it on the wood or playing surface.

If you use rubber cleaner after every session and use your sponge to clean the letters also you shouldn't have any problem.
Mine have never deteriorated to be different to the rest of the rubber and I reckon it's because they're cleaned three times a week.

Out of curiosity, how old are your rubbers?

 

[Colestt]

WD 40 is a solvent and can be damaging to rubber. I wouldn't put it anywhere near my TT racket but if anyone chooses to do so I'd advise being extremely cautious so as not to get it on the wood or playing surface.

If you use rubber cleaner after every session and use your sponge to clean the letters also you shouldn't have any problem.
Mine have never deteriorated to be different to the rest of the rubber and I reckon it's because they're cleaned three times as week.

Actually if your rubber is dead already you can bring life back with it temporarily. It replaces the moisture in the rubber for a while. It makes the topsheet look and feel new. If you covered the main surface in plastic, I don't think you're going to hurt the lettering part with it

 

[Reaper]

Thanks. but oine more question. if i cut my rubber and the edges are slomewhat jagged in areas, but i dont have a sharp blade or scissors to cut it since the overhang isnt much, how could i smooth it out to a professional look?

i use an old school shaving razor, snap it in half and use it carefully like a saw, on the jagged parts.

 

[ripctt2]

WD 40 is a solvent and can be damaging to rubber. I wouldn't put it anywhere near my TT racket but if anyone chooses to do so I'd advise being extremely cautious so as not to get it on the wood or playing surface.

If you use rubber cleaner after every session and use your sponge to clean the letters also you shouldn't have any problem.
Mine have never deteriorated to be different to the rest of the rubber and I reckon it's because they're cleaned three times a week.

Out of curiosity, how old are your rubbers?

3 months old. but its not really affecting anything. just wanted to knoiw if there wa sany solution to keep the topsheet colour consistent