Turntable Flocking

SlunkBoy · 12th May 2009, 08:43 PM

I recently acquired a vintage three speed suitcase record player in good mechanical condition that I plan to restore for use with my small collection of 45s. The turntable platter is covered with a velvety fuzz that I have seen referred to elsewhere as "flocking." It is intact, but stained. I would like to know if anyone has any ideas for making this more presentable without damaging the coating. I would be open to any cleaning, bleaching, or dying suggestions. I am not particular about the final color, I would just like for it to have a more uniform appearance.

Thanks in advance,
Nick

Nanook · 13th May 2009, 02:41 AM

look here

I didn't check colours, but I am sure some sort of black or grey is available. It can be used on Rally cars dash padds to reduce any possible glare coming off of it.

SlunkBoy · 14th May 2009, 04:16 PM

Thanks for the reply. From what I can tell, these are reflocking supplies. As there are no bald patches, I think I'll just try cleaning it with a soft brush and learn to enjoy the patina. = )

-Nick

Nanook · 14th May 2009, 06:29 PM

well I thought you had wanted to "restore" it. If the flocking has no mold or lildew, and is "clean" but faded, then I would just try cleaning with a {b]very[/B] soft brush, or a dry type carpet cleaner (or even baking soda sprinkled on , allowed to sit and lightly vacuumed off).

12th May 2009, 08:43 PM	#1
SlunkBoy diyAudio Member Join Date: Jan 2007	Turntable Flocking I recently acquired a vintage three speed suitcase record player in good mechanical condition that I plan to restore for use with my small collection of 45s. The turntable platter is covered with a velvety fuzz that I have seen referred to elsewhere as "flocking." It is intact, but stained. I would like to know if anyone has any ideas for making this more presentable without damaging the coating. I would be open to any cleaning, bleaching, or dying suggestions. I am not particular about the final color, I would just like for it to have a more uniform appearance. Thanks in advance, Nick

13th May 2009, 02:41 AM	#2
Nanook diyAudio Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Chinook Country.Alberta	sure..it's used in some car interiors too. look here I didn't check colours, but I am sure some sort of black or grey is available. It can be used on Rally cars dash padds to reduce any possible glare coming off of it. __________________ stew ☮ -"A sane man in an insane world appears insane."

14th May 2009, 06:29 PM	#4
Nanook diyAudio Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Chinook Country.Alberta	Nick..reflocking kits... well I thought you had wanted to "restore" it. If the flocking has no mold or lildew, and is "clean" but faded, then I would just try cleaning with a {b]very[/B] soft brush, or a dry type carpet cleaner (or even baking soda sprinkled on , allowed to sit and lightly vacuumed off). __________________ stew ☮ -"A sane man in an insane world appears insane."

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14th May 2009, 04:16 PM	#3
SlunkBoy diyAudio Member Join Date: Jan 2007	Thanks for the reply. From what I can tell, these are reflocking supplies. As there are no bald patches, I think I'll just try cleaning it with a soft brush and learn to enjoy the patina. = ) -Nick

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