How to clean your mousepad (the right way)

[@TataAceOfficial]

As an asian, the first minute that he left his water running for a while without turning it off kind of triggered me XDDDD

[@drragi2560]

Poland here, Same

[@Impositive144hz]

Having black parents not any better lmao 😂

[@godzagon7]

Lol

[@pnka999]

seriously bugging me a lot and i am coming back to this video time to time to check if he closed the tap. edit: i know this really sound double meaning

[@benedapal7987]

mixed race house hold, white and black and i was saying out loud to "turn the tap off" xDDD

[@soldier_akdrac4762]

BRO PLS STOP THIS WATER

[@994pt4]

That's nothing!...We have PLENTY of water in America!

[@morzemus1805]

​@@994pt4 Depends where you live.

[@PahEz]

You would hate to see me wash my saturn pro every 6-8 months. Last time I washed it, it took me 3,5 - 4 hours to clean and the water was running for most of the time, definitely for a few hours straight at least. I take a " deep clean " a bit too seriously but I been happy with the results. Especially considering I only wash my mousepad once every 6-8 months like I said in the beginning. Keep in mind that 4 hours it took was just the cleaning process. Drying it properly took another two hours almost, and then on top of that I had to wait like 6 hours for it to completely air dry. I can say that it felt exactly the same as when I bought it, and looked the same way too. I don't recommend anybody to do it my way tho. a 10 min cleaning, a few mins of drying it with a towel and then letting it air dry for at least 6 hours is more than enough, I just like to do it in a bit more extreme way I guess I could say.

[@strelock-youssef]

​@@994pt4 even if you live in front of a river close it its just mentality some grew up to be responsible and some failed to grow up

[@strelock-youssef]

@@morzemus1805 even if you live in front of a river close it its just mentality some grew up to be responsible and some failed to grow up

[@CptDuck]

You got a popular video with a cost of water tap criticisms. 😂

[@deadboy9955]

If you notice that the mousepad has stubborn patches of dead skin, you can use a toothbrush on those areas to agitate the dirt. I found that a sponge may not apply enough pressure to properly agitate stuck dirt.

[@Le0_0-]

I will try that because I know for a fact that the sponge won't do enough on my mousepad 😂

[@the_cursor]

My water bill went up $5 after watching this video.

[@dyglit6530]

I just used this method on a much bigger pad (which is like semi-waterproof), I'm currently letting it dry but it still worked really well, even on some harder stains, thanks!

[@kattihatt]

Method?

[@PhenomRom]

@@kattihattit’s in the video

[@kattihatt]

@@PhenomRom hes using soap and water to clean something. Not much of a method.

[@rt5834]

​@kattihatt did he not just say the one used in the video?

[@PahEz]

@@kattihatt How is that not a " method " ? It quite literally is a method, and a good one.

[@ottson]

Letting the water run is a subtle flex

[@DefaultYoutubeUserAccount]

Sure.. if you live in africa

[@Michel_temer]

That's not a flex, that's called "wasting"

[@flocon_fosu]

I can't believe how DUMB you need to be to say that "Africa" doesnt have water LMAOOO​@@DefaultKZbinUserAccount

[@DigitalNomad88]

All that wasted water...

[@Kniffel101]

Dude, the kitchen ITSELF is a big flex. Leaving the water run is just wasteful. =D

[@RaulMuro]

my desk mat is going to love this :D

[@shefreaky2416]

Pro tip: Turn your water faucet off when not in use. Save water, people.

[@xrafa.113]

Where do you think the water he used will go to?

[@hibahprice6887]

But we pay for it..

[@Brandon-uy1uv]

Back into the ground, thus completing the water cycle ​@@xrafa.113

[@malikclark7599]

​@@xrafa.113 municipal water treatment facilities aren't sophisticated enough to turn sewer water into fresh potable drinking water. So it's pulled from fresh sources like reservoirs, underground wells and aquifers, purified, piped into homes, piped out, treated, released as effluent into rivers. Those water sources can and do dry up, especially in places where rain rarely falls. they literally teach this in elementary lmao

[@chippyyyy]

@@hibahprice6887 no we dont

[@Cyba_IT]

I was going to use a dirty sponge with food in it in a bath with hair and grime. Lucky I watched this video first.

[@PvtAnonymous]

nah, use a dirty puddle instead. Much better results!

[@clearskyy]

my mouse pad cleaning would be like one of those rug cleaning videos

[@MakiPlaysGames]

Sorry couldn't follow, got hyptonized by the beard...

[@Beef_jerky_official]

Same

[@nail2297]

Same

[@brent5832]

Warm water will always leave less residue than cold water.

[@JillTheManiac]

my mouse pad is more dirt than pad now, if i clean it im worried ill clean off the mousepad part and leave the dirt behind

[@Segphalt]

My favorite method, throw it in the washing machine. If it survives its way cleaner and if it doesn't i get to buy myself a new mousepad. So far I have washed my desk sized mousepad about 20 times. This one has a hemmed edge and works a treat.

[@HanzorRaphael]

Sadly we can't afford to get a new mousepad XD

[@Phazer102]

I personally opt for the even easier and less invasive "use the carpet attachment on the vacuum on low" works good, anything stubborn you just rinse in the tub.

[@GlitchPG3D]

I got mine about twelve years ago when I was still a little kid, Wasn’t even mine it was for my Grandparents, I have it now and hasn’t been cleaned in six years. Thanks I’m cleaning it right now it’s looking good so far!

[@JinboiVA]

How hard is it to just turn off the tap...

[@jerodfarmer165]

Pretty hard when there’s people like you that we could work up by wasting our unlimited amount of water.

[@JinboiVA]

@@jerodfarmer165 Couldn't identify if this was sarcasm, but the water bill from where I am gets pretty expensive

[@hmidoux]

"nice and wet", "nice and clean", "nice and new" lmao nice everywhere

[@Kzalex.]

*clock* noice.

[@spity1782]

Bro the water went brown 💀

[@yuanfurbax]

timestamp?

[@ranz1337]

@@yuanfurbax7:29

[@thenaberius6081]

Thats good, mine went milky, purple then black i had it not cleaned for 3,5 years.

[@Kzalex.]

@@thenaberius6081 how the hell does it get PURPLE

[@Capturedbymatt]

I was so happy to see you had the same sink as I did, not a sink that's the size of my room. Thanks lol!

[@QuackZack]

Scrub with the soft end of the sponge.... or better yet use a micro fiber cloth so you don't rough up the mouse pad.

[@pauljs75]

This seems straight-forward enough, but I'm curious if some other things like "car interior detailer" spray may work for this as well? (Turtle Wax seems to have one intended for both fabrics and plastics, that I've used on cloth chairs with little issue.) Just wondering if there's a more "dry" approach to cleaning the pad, since it seems like the foam rubber on the bottom takes a very long time to dry out. The main worry is whether or not the cleaning product will either attack the rubber or the adhesive that binds the top fabric to the rubber backing.

[@theemberedge]

We haven’t tried it, but let us know how it works if you decide to try it

[@erin.anderson]

Dish soap is going to be perfectly safe for the rubber matting on the bottom of the pad, and is extremely unlikely to be harsh enough to have any impact on the glue between the two parts particularly in such small quantities. Any car detailing cleaning supplies that are designed to work on the carpeted interior of your car would be perfect for this application, particularly if they are made to work on carpeted floor mats. That is going to be a good option for folks that have desk mats with LED edge lighting that cannot be safely submerged in water like this without risk to water getting into places you don't want it.

[@ComradePenguinski]

Thank you. My mouse pad was starting to get gross on the wrist rest, and you saved me from buying a new one.

[@Dumvlag]

ehy man excellent video, I was also wondering how often it is ok to clean your mousepad? every 2 months or so? or more? I would love to know.

[@theemberedge]

Every 2 months should be totally fine, you could probably do it even a bit more often than that

[@gr1ml1am73]

Dont do it more often, do it when you absolutely need to. It ruins the glide of the mousepad if you wash it to many times.

[@lexecomplexe4083]

"Couldnt find a mousepad with all the features I wanted" what extra features could you possibly need on a mousepad?

[@1995Milky1995]

you get control and speed pads (the speed/control can vary), then you get the size of the pad then some mousepads don't have stitched edges so they start to peel off, and you get the thickness of the pad. There are other things but those are mostly aesthetics or gimmicks. What I listed is what I imagine he is talking about because it's what I consider when buying one.

[@crzytygr1517]

I seriously dont understand why there are so many comments about how long his water is running. This is only a 7 minute video and the water is running for maybe a total of 3 minutes thru the whole video. I'm more concerned about how long you guys take a shower for because I promise, you taking a shower for 3 minutes uses so much more water than letting the sink run for 3 minutes. So what is the real problem here? Are your parents that toxic or is water that limited in your country? because in America the water is recycled and reused and costs close to nothing so there is no need to worry about how long you are running the water for. I take 30 minute showers almost every week like wtf are you all so worried about? the water is not going into the ground and being wasted it gets cleaned and reused again and again.

[@shanky.y]

In some cultures, eating cats and dogs is considered normal, but in places where it isn't, people may be upset by it. Similarly, in many parts of the world, conserving water is crucial. This is why people from these regions might get frustrated if they see water being wasted. It’s understandable that they might be concerned if they notice someone leaving the water running, but it's important to recognize that their reaction is not meant to be threatening. Yes, taking a long shower does use more water, but it’s not like the water is being wasted without purpose. So, let’s try to understand their perspective and approach the situation with empathy.

[@ferro_nimo]

Not every country uses shower and has free access to clean water bro

[@IstyManame]

How is it compared to Artisan mousepads

[@dominic511]

I can't wait for the follow up video where you show us how to charge a lithium powered e-bike and leave the charger on

[@Steel0079]

Electricity doesn't get used if there is no load to consume it. So ebike without battery would use negligible amount of electricity

[@gamingspriggan3523]

Is it bad the put the mousepad through a quick washer and dryer cycle?

[@cheezzwuxk9815]

Does it work with hand soap?

[@theemberedge]

Yeah as long as you use a small amount and rinse it all out it should be okay

[@cheezzwuxk9815]

oh aigt thx

[@felixpeters4295]

Yes, but make shure that it is not for dry hands or cream soap, as these can change colour of the mouse pad or it leaves a bit greasy resedue behind. Make shure it is a simple clear soap.

[@NitroG23]

This is the right method but not the right place. It will be easier to wash it in the bathroom instead of the kitchen sink. If you wet the back of the mousepad and the tile wall, it will stick to the wall or you can wash it in the tub. Never wash it in the washing machine. You can use solid or liquid soap. I use solid soap. Wash with sponge. Let it dry for a day. Enjoy.

[@DasFork]

I had to check if this was posted on April first.

[@svenzerx8490]

The water running at the start pissed me off so much😭

[@sinon4]

it's not that deep

[@dnlweijers5]

Its not that deep man

[@343JustMe]

most of the dirt is on the sides of the pad not the middle. The area you rest your arm on most often is the outer most edge since your mouse will typically be close to the middle

[@sekefy1]

When drying do you put the cloth side facing down or up?

[@Sarutaru06]

Looks like your comment section really took the "While I'm brushing my teeth and having so much, but I never let the water run. NO! I never let the water run" from the Barney song to heart.

[@ashishgoyal8655]

I cleaned the same way, since mine is RGB I cannot sink it in the water to clean it properly. The problem is after the pad dries, the sopa is not totally gone and you'd see white scratches like you'd see on dry skin.

[@theemberedge]

yeah with RGB pads this method won't work as well since you don't want to get it wet. This method is for more traditional pads

[@InnerTriggerer]

if you use body soap or any "skincare" product you will end up with all the "skin supplementary" all over your pad. Try use dish soap o hand soap with no skincare compound.

[@RandomToastyJt]

thx for the method bro. also why did you leave the water on-

[@Crekpozer]

Can i use this method to clean a control mousepad?

[@newkindofviking6701]

I actually do it on the wall in the toilet. It'll stick to it, since I have tiles. Really neat.

[@R3ktlanecpvp]

i have an rgb mousepad how do i deal with that

[@DamnMarcus]

Tub, cold water, a soft sponge and clothes soap works perfect to plus the tub makes less mess

[@Alvvrozk]

Is there a problem if I use a lot more dish liquid? A lot of foam came out.

[@LiljamezZz]

💀

[@theemberedge]

Just be sure to rinse it all out!

[@ואתהחשבתשאנייהודי]

such a banger counter

[@killertruth186]

Ah, yes...Mousepads are ceramic plates...

[@paIeville]

dish soap can be used for lots of things other than dishes, its just a soap that is specialized for removing oil and grease

[@DigitalNomad88]

I felt my water bill go up when he left his water running...

[@NotaNameInReality]

i more so had the question if the methods is safe for coated pads and for the newer style poronpads, since both of these qualities seem more susceptible to damage

[@abhishekm2449]

Does it retain the glide

[@TigonIII]

I have a glass mousepad (Icemat), and I just use some cleaner like windex and it's good as new, has been like this for 15 years or so, can't really remember when I got it.

[@agustins.5228]

So letting the water run like that gets my mousepad cleaner? Aight Bet ✅

[@dudemanrodd]

perfect timing, pre ordered mine and was getting ready to wash soon for the first time!

[@theemberedge]

How do you like the pad so far?

[@randomboi8393]

​@@theemberedgebro left you on seen just like your girlfriend 💀

[@BirdsAreVeryCool]

​​​@@randomboi8393 bro😭😭😭😭😭🦆😭

[@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi-]

Bro that was nasty AF! Cheers for finally cleaning it.

[@TheJacobi]

😂😂

[@Georrge._.06]

Dude turn that mf tap off omg

[@ItssNoaah]

Great video i wash my mousepad all the time so i will use this

[@evilTuninvited]

What dpi? I take mine to the local swimming pool and use string to drag it behind me while doing 40-50 laps I put an open bottle of dish soap down my budgie smugglers to get all the tough stains out.

[@Faolan_Grey]

Who knew you wash a mouse pad with soap and water that's CRAZY

[@Cool_Boygamr]

as an Asian I felt too much anxiety when he didnt closed the tap

[@miniroseyo]

get over your tiger mom trauma then lmao

[@stanislavohstany2023]

Wow yesterday I thought I need to clean my mousepad today youtube recommends this video, sometimes it feels like I live in a matrix

[@FoxyDuck00i]

you must've told someone that it got dirty

[@FoxyDuck00i]

you must've told someone that it got dirty

[@heniusztacheta3746]

yup, i do it almost the same way for over 15 years, but im doing it in the shower, i hang it on the wall rinsing all the time and also using a small plastic brush scrubing the dirt down after sopaing the pad, then i just hang it out to dry for day :D , after that it looks like new but for new gamers this a good way to, good movie 👍

[@Thavand]

ty now I'm going to clean my PC the same way 💪

[@LyuboA]

i usually vacuum my mouse pad every week or so with brush attachment works pretty good well i use that for all my tech and desk actually with a very powerful 2700w vacuum with 5 speeds when it comes to dust cleaning PC and consoles this is the best method i've found i usually clean my stuff pretty regularly so there's no build-up

[@tweaksauce7349]

I just threw mine in the washer did I fuck up

[@volty_ggs]

U prob did 💀

[@beaclever]

What happened? Did it fuck up or not??

[@tweaksauce7349]

@@beaclever it didn’t fuck it up it just took a lot longer than necessary to dry 😂

[@huneto]

@@tweaksauce7349i always put mine on the washing machine, if you want to accelerate the drying you can roll it tightly in a towel a few times 😊

[@ReikiMaulana]

I fucked mine up by soaking it in water with detergent, the cloth kinda came off from the rubber mat

[@Lu5ck]

That doesn't clean it, it actually still dirty. The dirty stuffs are all within the fabrics. You gotta soak it for a day.

[@BasilGoldswine]

WAIT WHAT. THIS IS CAMMYCAKES

[@theemberedge]

almost, pattycakes lol

[@hopree2839]

I wanna say "DON'T WASTE WATER!!!" but people is gonna make fun of my poor ass

[@lI---SHADOW---Il]

What about an RGB mouse pad like the Razer Goliathus Extended Chroma?

[@zilliq-qz5uw]

Plug it in and throw it in the washer at 90°C

[@samadams4165]

Turn the water off when you’re not using it. It’s a waste of money

[@rakz7865]

Water is free here

[@samadams4165]

@@rakz7865well you got that going for ya. Stay blessed.

[@PoissonedApple1]

It's a waste of water.

[@lalkaveka4417]

Like, if ∞ water costs ~10$ per month, u can leave it running

[@samadams4165]

@@lalkaveka4417 if it’s free it’s still wasteful. I am thankful some folks have an over abundance of clean water. I wish all humans did.

[@cristempoba]

Thank you very much, now I know I'm gonna stay with my little pad, just for the mouse

[@SlCKNESS_]

I use a soft tooth brush (that I only use for the mousepad).

[@YushiSora]

I will take my notes here. 1. wet the pad 2. use a sponge with a little bit of soap to scrub the pad 3. rinse and dry

[@sm1le0hd]

A better way: use washing machine on delicate mode and lower temperature. I wash my pads like this, including artisan ones, some of em are 50x50cm. Very important not only to get it clean, but also to remove all soap. Just a way better way imo.

[@yazuto]

i literally couldn't think of a different way to clean a mousepad...

[@morgothbloody7181]

So how to dry it fast

[@goodsman5712]

I look at the comments and it seems to me that some people live in the desert. Otherwise, I don't know why they care so much about tap water)

[@hthgdrhssdjukyukmbnasawgt]

what if my pad is 160x80?

[@heatfangs8676]

I hope people didn't click on this video because they didn't know how to clean a mousepad. Surely no one is that lost in life, right ?

[@dyreascension]

Step 1. Have ridiculous amounts of free counter space.

[@c4utious389]

great video . Thankyou !

[@lunglung2000]

uhm can i use alcohol ?

[@joaquincaceresguibovich3182]

I'd do this but my mouse pad has completely fused with my desk. Yes I've had this same pad for 8 years

[@tankeryy1566]

oh so ive been cleaning my mousepad the correct way lmao

[@Vonuho]

Like ....... Can't you just use the washing machine?? 🤣

[@ShadowOfHistory-wn1xh]

On some mousepads it can ruin them.

[@Vonuho]

@@ShadowOfHistory-wn1xh Water in general or just high temperatures? It is enough to just wash it at as low as 30 degrees celcius idk what it is in fahrenheit. But using the lowest heat on the washingmachine should be enough to have a fresh mousemat. I highly doubt that you can ruin it from water and if so why even bother getting one what can be ruiend due to water.

[@ShadowOfHistory-wn1xh]

@@Vonuho better to check your pad's label, especially if you have one with fancy prints and all. Washing in cold water for washing machine does the trick for me, but who knows for the painted ones.

[@johnnyb0001]

Instead of using a dish washer product that contains vet its better to use a steam cleaner with a pad to clear the dirt etc. From the mouse pad.

[@nicksan9534]

Hey, where are the reviews from other creators, I would like to try the mouse pad but the only thing that I saw were really quick reviews on this channel, I would like to see deep dive reviews of the mousepad from other channels.

[@theemberedge]

We have sent a few out for reviews, here’s a somewhat recent one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWq2pXaGjcuUoMUsi=wtGDVCku5mguRpq4

[@kibookamc]

nice ty for tutorial but just make sure your water bill doesnt blow up

[@MetalFPS]

Pattycakes, is that you?

[@clifflenoir4323]

He helped develop this mouse pad in association with this company

[@dCephei]

Same! I couldn't even finish the vod cuz it bothers me way too much 😅

[@rootbeer666]

Mine glows like a Jackson Pollock if you shine a UV light on it.

[@ShuskiCross]

People in the comments acting like 15-20 litres of water is going to kill the planet and cost your house to use... (Could of turned it off, but my god calm down!)

[@DemonSlayer123]

Brooo turn thst foset off mannnn.

[@richardsneddon3731]

what if you have tech on your mouse pad

[@fartmerchant762]

in the trash it goes

[@amanaditya6895]

I would suggest to use shampoo instead of dishwash liquid as the dishwash cna be bit harsh and damage the cloth fabric of mousepad.

[@QuackZack]

Shampoo has oils and stuff made to cling to your hair, that's even worse than dishwash soap. A gentle detergent is best but a gentle dish soap is second to best.

[@amanaditya6895]

@@QuackZack that's true as well.

[@konda5569]

I even cleaned it with a brush, but it doesn't help.

[@PercyNPC]

I never watch my mousepad more than 4 years. 😂

[@JB-jf9vu]

People acting like he's about to run out of water

[@duksso]

Don't do it in a narrow kitchen sink, but use a shower hose on the bathroom floor

[@Dare88]

Jesus who put those outlets on the counter there? And with no cover as well? I was more scared that my mans is gonna get shocked and die rather than be worried about the fucking tap water lol

[@arthurwiebusch9292]

bro the water running

[@nesh2o587]

IF you have a bath tub...yea i dont got one of those ill continue using my mini sink

[@doggogreg8880]

The amount of people triggered over this guy running the water for 12 seconds lol. I wish he ran the water the entire time.