Cleaning Mesh Heads

Learn how to clean mesh heads. Make it look like new by simply using washing powder and a brush.
Find V-drum Tips on:
Facebook: goo.gl/sW6z3S
Twitter: goo.gl/svH95f
Webpage: www.v-drumtips.com
1. Remove the bolt from the pad
2. Remove rim and head
3. Use a hover for the dry dust
4. Make it completely wet
5. Sprinkle some washing powder on it
6. Use a brush (not a toilet brush), scrub it
7. I used bleach to remove heavy stains
8. Dry the mesh head with kitchen towel
9. Wait until it is absolutely dry or use compressed air
10. Place the mesh-head and the rim on the pad
11. Screw in the bolts and tune it.
Reasons to clean it could be that you want to sell it, a drink dropped onto it or whatever.

[@kevinmc8854]

Thanks for the tip, I just bought a used mesh snare and it was covered in booze stains and cigarette tar. I used OxiClean Max Force Spray and it looks brand new again! Cheers!

[@TomBurnsVideos]

While the pad appears clean, you can still see that 'dreaded black dot' in the center... I tested three different cleaning methods in my video, and Mr Clean had the best results with little effort/abuse of the pad. And, it removed that black dot!

[@redteamla]

Best accent ever. Thanks for the video!

[@Vdrumtips1]

Thanks:)

[@denzelsegura1515]

What's the brand of the washing powder that you used here?

[@fraserp2377]

I got a second hand drum with a dirty mesh. It's been through the washing machine, scrubbed with every product I can find, and sat in neat bleach for 24 hours yet it still looks terrible. I think the stains are on the inside of the mesh between the 2 sheets. I guess some of them can't be saved.

[@Vdrumtips1]

If it is that dirty, you probably can't save them. I would probably replace them and sell the dirty one on ebay.

[@alexbedwell5227]

Awesome, thanks!

[@Vdrumtips1]

Thanks for watching it. Hope it worked out for you:)

[@demonocusmetalocus3558]

I cheat at tuning the pad and use 2 drum keys

[@Vdrumtips1]

demonocus drumocus If you have the coordination :D

[@samanthastephans3644]

What kind of soap is that? I'm not familiar with "washing powder." Thanks for the awesome videos!

[@Vdrumtips1]

Samantha Stephans I used one for white clothes, but I think you can use washing up liquid too.

[@samanthastephans3644]

Thanks again!

[@TomBurnsVideos]

In my mesh head cleaning video; The Best Way To Clean Electronic Drum 2-Ply Mesh Heads, Green Mr Clean was the absolute best at cleaning the heads with NO damage.

[@ncimson5318]

@@TomBurnsVideos I have white spot ans mr.clean did nor remove it. The mesh head is on a PDX-128 that I bought in japan and realized it was made in Malaysia. I think the problem is Malaysian made Roland drums is just crap. I have 8 Roland Mesh head that are made in Japan and none of them has that white dot

[@redteamla]

I have an issue with my PDX-8 V-drums snare - I removed the mesh head for cleaning (great instructions, btw!). The foam rubber that was between the mesh head and the trigger was sort of adhered to the mesh head - it triggered perfectly. However, when I replace the mesh head, the rubber no longer reaches up to touch the mesh head! I think the rubber is really old and needs to be replaced but I can't find a replacement anywhere!!! Do you have any tips on replacing this foam rubber for the trigger?

[@Vdrumtips1]

I know the PDX-8 trigger foam. There are only 2 things you can try: 1. Contact the Roland support and ask where you can get a replacement foam. 2. Make one yourself. Try to find a similar ind of foam and cut it out. That is what I would do.

[@trevorbelmont4633]

It looks like the trigger foam has melted at the middle? Is this a natural occurence on mesh heads?

[@PITCHEDsenses]

I have my mesh heads about 13 years and absolutely none of them has this kind of black dot in the middle like that.

[@ncimson5318]

They deteriorate specially the generic cones. If you store your drums make sure its in a cool dry place and never in the attic, i learned the hard way

[@campar1043]

how hard is it to remove logos? I bought some mesh heads and would like to remove the logos

[@Vdrumtips1]

Cam Par It takes some bleach. Not sure if you can remove it completely though.

[@YamahaDan100]

Will the bleach remove logos or make them fade? Please do not answer if you have not done this and dont know for sure, thanks

[@Vdrumtips1]

Hi Dan, you have to be really careful with the bleach. It will remove the Logo. You have to find a way to just treat the dirty spots with bleach. Thanks for the question!

[@YamahaDan100]

appreciate the quick reply, best wishes from England

[@Vdrumtips1]

Thanks Dan!

[@wayofenergy]

Yes, bleach is acidity pH 11-13, and is known as a corrosive. Unless you have tried and tested, be careful as the acidity may have a reaction to the quality of the mesh

[@MrEltaka10]

Can I use this for my Remo silent stroke heads?

[@Vdrumtips1]

Why not?

[@junebugsmithington]

Bleach?!???

[@linus2.0semat64]

it better to use multi purpose cleaning chemical. the one that used to clean car seats.

[@Vdrumtips1]

Yes, there are actually a lot ways. some people do even use the dish washer:)

[@TomBurnsVideos]

In my mesh head cleaning video; The Best Way To Clean Electronic Drum 2-Ply Mesh Heads, Green Mr Clean was the absolute best at cleaning the heads with NO damage.

[@ianleeeingyi]

I took off my heads, washed them and when i put them back on, the touch of the head sucks and the sensitivity of it is really bad. any tips?

[@Vdrumtips1]

+Ian Lee Change the tension.

[@DeFunnyMau5]

Ian Lee did you get it to work?

[@ianleeeingyi]

FunnyMau5 yep

[@ElissonBomfim]

Nice! =D

[@Vdrumtips1]

Thanks:)

[@aureliomzp3532]

Great video... Question; Does this works fine for the PD120 mesh ? Do I have any "risk" or "keys" to watch when unmounting the mesh ? thanks!

[@Vdrumtips1]

Yes, same with every mesh pad. I just cleaned 3 PD-125 myself. You just have to tune them afterwards.

[@aureliomzp3532]

Tune them ??? You mean adjust the rebound feel with the screw? Thanks bro, best wishes from dusty Mexico.

[@Vdrumtips1]

Yes, basically adjust the tension:)

[@drumilo8814]

whats the washing powder? laundry powder?

[@Vdrumtips1]

washing powder

[@drumilo8814]

@@Vdrumtips1 thats a bit vague, washing what? dishes? kitchen? bathroom? laundry?

[@TomBurnsVideos]

In my mesh head cleaning video; The Best Way To Clean Electronic Drum 2-Ply Mesh Heads, Green Mr Clean was the absolute best at cleaning the heads with NO damage.

[@Abhishek-dj4on]

I would rather replace the heads with the Remo silent stroke mesh heads

[@Vdrumtips1]

Why? The Remo silent strokes are not nearly as good as the Roland ones. They have only one layer and are very bouncy.

[@Abhishek-dj4on]

Thanks

[@bobbitchin5630]

If you want to be a "turd" then maybe you should look into that further.

[@bobbitchin5630]

Absolutely, idiotic...Drum heads are not cleaned unless the cleaner wants to experience a less desirable performance!

[@Vdrumtips1]

Scott MagallanesWhat does a clean drum head have to do with performance?

[@MrGorgar66]

Hey Scott, I cleaned my snare mesh head today and I swear, that it feels and sounds like it does before.

[@junebugsmithington]

Your house must be filthy