Steam cleaning records 2

Has anyone compared steam cleaning to the Walker four step Prelude system?

I used to steam clean but got tired of having to dry off labels and have been using the Walker method for a while - but wondering what produces better results (costs aside).

Madfloyd I used walkers cleaning system. For me steaming is better for a
Quite playing record with better sound though before I discovered
This thread that's what I used.
When I steam clean my lps I use a vpi 16,5 to spin the lp while steaming
Starting at the outside of the lp and work my way to the inside when
I reach the dead wax I stop and the label stays dry. You also
Could use a drinking glass with a large mouth to cover the label
Mike

I used to steam clean but got tired of having to dry off labels...
Madfloyd (Threads | Answers)

During the period I used the Perfection steamer, I never had to dry off labels because they never got wet. Your comment makes me wonder about the steaming technique you utilized.

When I steam cleaned, I started at the edge and moved in towards the center but the spray of the steamer would splash upon hitting the LP... I don't see how you couldn't help but get the label wet.

In any case, thanks for the response.

Ian

I have not had problems with impacting labels unless i have a lot of cleaning fluid or rinse water on the record when i steam. The plume of the steam should be controlled to avoid hitting the label. Takes a little practice but worked well. I spin with one hand and direct the steam with another(i have a manual TT platform that I use to clean and steam on)