How To Fix Sticky Guitar Necks

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In this video lesson I discuss ways to help cut down the problems guitar players have with sticky guitar necks and finish, such as sanding, or scuffing the neck, cleaning, powders and sprays.

[@deanmccaskill5495]

Took some nerve but after i got the stones up i did this to every one of my guitars. Including my Les Paul. Works perfectly. Thanks for this.

[@5olas]

Great advice, Scotch Brite pads are the best for this. It makes the neck smooth and fast and easily buffs out with rubbing compound if needed.

[@guitagious9464]

Glad to know I am not the only one who washes their hands before each set!!! (AND... wipes the back of the guitar neck at several points throughout a show!) However, I do clean the G, B, and high E strings, the non-wound strings, with Fast Fret after each show/practice. Seems to make them last longer and maybe even sound a little brighter.

[@dezastor]

Thank you for mentioning about the reason with the glass window example!!!!! I understand now why we sand the neck!! :)

[@jimihendrix1575]

Just did this to my ESP Eclipse, and I'm AMAZED how instantly it improved its playability! Should have done this LONG ago! Thank you.

[@drewjeers3301]

I heard about McGuire's quick mist & wipe detailer being used and its perfect for all areas of my basses boards and strings. No residue, dries away, cleans and protects metal and wood.

[@davidsl118]

Roughening the surface for a smoother playing experience. Loved the explanation!

[@ronaldreagan1579]

Agree with you totally. People have looked at me strangely for cleaning my neck and washing my hands. I even keep a damp wash rag on the bandstand to wash my left hand between songs at times. So thanks for this tidbit of info.

[@eltigre8978]

Awesome topic Ken! Not enough people talk about this issue. I'll bet most of us have sticky fingers after playing for 30 minutes or so. The glossy necks are definitely a problem. Thanks for all theses tips. I've recently seen that Warmoth makes a "roasted maple" neck which needs no finish. They just kiln dry the neck to get all the moisture out. I'm pretty interested in trying one of these necks out.

[@Tezzanoo]

Great vid with loads of good info. I've gigged in hot sticky situations and also under cover when it's raining and it's like someone has sprayed the guitar neck with molasses!! So I'm up for trying some of your suggestions. One thing guys might find useful: to reduce the aggressiveness of the sand paper, use wet and dry, soak it first and the rub it with a bar of soap, this will give the smoothest of smooth finish. Obviously take care to wipe off any surplus moisture as it occurs.

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Just discovered your channel amazing stuff man.

[@carlosmatos9848]

I've never used sanpaper, but for my Tru Oiled necks I like to use the maroon 3m pad, then a few passes with some 0000 steel wool.

[@shimbalkhan9334]

very useful tips. thanks for this great video!

[@ManuandFuci]

using the 3M pads 1800, excellent satin finish

[@DoomOfConviction]

Really awesome advises, I’m happy I found your video!

[@jerbear1601]

Nice video! Finally someone else that uses Windex to clean their fretboard! I use it with a toothbrush jist moistening the toothbrush and cleaning between the frets etc followed by fretboard conditioner on a rosewood or ebony board only as it will discolor a maple one.

[@ericgl182]

I recently dropped my tele, and the neck has some light cracks right in the dark wooden line that goes through it. I don't care for looks very much but I can feel them when I play and it really bugs me out. Will this help to get it smooth again? Any suggestions anyone?

[@bobdeyoung7261]

According to the WD-40 website there is no fish oil in it. But I just applied a little on the neck of one my guitars and it's nice and slick!

[@scottcollins88]

Thanx for the advice.

[@dividedhighwayband8764]

Awsome video ! lota Help ! Thanks !