Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?

Not having the funds for an RCM, I grab a bath towel, put it on the kitchen counter, place the record on the towel, spray on then paint the cleaning solution over the entire record, wait a minute or so and then steam/wipe, steam/wipe and then one more steam/wipe cycle using several different microfibre cloths.

It takes about 8-10 minutes per side. I write the date of the cleaning on the inner sleeve.

Garage Sale records might take another few cycles but the results are worth it.

All I can say is that it works for me (Thanks Crem1 again!), although steaming fogs up my eyeglasses (grin).

Regards,

Jan

Allvinyl i use a 16.5 and yes it will get wet but i have had absolutely no problems at all with it. I have no problems ether with the label and i dont cover it. I work the steam from the outside in with my cleaning method.

Stltrains: your response has given me the confidence to at least try steaming on the VPI. I have more questions.

Do you use the Walgreen's steamer?
How far from the LP do you hold the steamer?
What nozzle are you using?

TIA.

Do you use the Walgreen's steamer?

I bought one of those from my nearest Walgreens.

How far from the LP do you hold the steamer?

About 6" regularly but if I notice a tought spot, I steam it about 1-2" away.

What nozzle are you using?

Use the elbow nozzle.

Allvinyl Jahaira has answered your questions like i would. The only difference is i hold the nozzle 1 to 2" away for all cleaning. You will notice on some Record company labels that a wavieness of the vinyl will happen when steaming. Dont worry the lp will return to its original shape. Experiment on a lp or two thats in real bad shape that you dont play for that reason, hear what results you achieve. If that works then go for one of your favorites and listen to the difference for the better. Happy Steaming.