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    What Should i do about greasey Mark?

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by Necss, Jul 14, 2007.

  1. Necss

    Necss Notebook Consultant

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    Ok I have a problem i have a greasey kinda mark not that noticable but still i dont like it lol were my palm rested were the paint has worn off i think on my laptop ive tryed scrubbing it etc but dosnt work. See picture below what should i do i dontreally like it is there a product i cud use orsumtin to cover it up that wont look to tacky or expensive thx (Pics Below)

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  2. Circa69

    Circa69 Notebook Evangelist

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    Get a schticker(~$25). You can order a custom size and design so if you just want to cover the palms get one big enough for 4 palm cover with 4 different designs. You could cut them yourself and you are set. You could even get a white one to look stock.

    Note they also have suede(~$30) which is very cool. I have it on the palms of my averatec and have enough left to do a couple more notebooks.

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  3. chuck232

    chuck232 Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    Try a a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and start scrubbing. The discolored palm rest issue with the MacBooks could be somewhat solved with them.
     
  4. lupin..the..3rd

    lupin..the..3rd Notebook Evangelist

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    Maybe wash your hands a little more often. :eek:

    Household cleaners like for kitchens and bathrooms should work. Don't use anything abrasive or anything containing bleach, and of course test it on an inconspicuous area first. I've found that regular old lysol spray can make a crufty old laptop look like new. Spray some on a soft cotton rag and wipe all the surfaces down good, including the keyboard (but not the screen) and you'll be surprised how clean it can become. :cool: