The Best Way to Clean Particle Coverstock Bowling Balls

Bowling balls are balls used in the sport of bowling. Balls are rolled down a bowling lane toward pins, in an effort to knock the pins over. Bowling balls are either covered in a particle coverstock resin or a reactive coverstock resin. The resin of the ball helps it glide over waxed hardwood bowling lanes. A bowling ball should be properly cared for based on the type of resin that is on the bowling ball.

Things You'll Need

  • Rubbing alcohol, dish soap or particle coverstock bowling ball cleaner
  • Soft cloth
  • Towel
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Instructions

  1. Rubbing Alcohol

    • 1

      Add a small amount of rubbing alcohol to a soft cloth.

    • 2

      Rub the rubbing alcohol dampened soft cloth on the bowling ball.

    • 3

      Allow the ball to air dry before properly storing the ball.

    Laundry Detergent

    • 4

      Fill a bucket large enough to hold a bowling ball with warm water and 1 tsp. of liquid or powder dish washing detergent per gallon of water.

    • 5

      Place the bowling ball in the bucket. Allow it to soak for 20 minutes. Remove the ball.

    • 6

      Wet a soft cloth with water. Squeeze to remove excess moisture. Wipe down the ball to remove soap residue.

    • 7

      Dry the bowling ball with a soft cloth or towel to prevent water spotting.

    Bowling Ball Cleaner

    • 8

      Dampen a soft cloth using a particle coverstock bowling ball cleaner.

    • 9

      Rub the cloth over the bowling ball. Continue rubbing the cleaner into the ball, until the ball is completely coated and shiny.

    • 10

      Allow the ball to air dry before properly storing.