abruzzigirl
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Q: How do i clean my sport watch band?

I want to clean my sport watch band but want to make sure i don't damage the plastic. Any ideas?

Posted on Apr 30, 2015 2:17 PM

by Meg St._Clair,Apple recommended
Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair
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A:

MaxSegreto wrote:

 

Do you have a suggestion for the band cleaning?

 

The second post in this thread has Apple's instructions for cleaning the band.

Posted on Oct 20, 2015 8:10 PM

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  • by pedro d,

    pedro d pedro d May 2, 2015 1:37 PM in response to abruzzigirl
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    May 2, 2015 1:37 PM in response to abruzzigirl

    Hello there, abruzzigirl.

     

    Definitely a great question on wanting to properly care for your Apple Watch. The following Knowledge Base article offers up some great information on how to do just that:

     

    Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

     

    Clean and dry your band

    For leather:

    1. Wipe down the band with the same type of cloth recommended for cleaning the Apple Watch. If needed, you can lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
    2. Leather bands aren't water resistant. Soaking them might cause discoloration, skin irritation, or other damage.
    3. Let the band air dry. Direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humid conditions can cause damage.

    For all other bands, buckles, and closures:

    1. Wipe down the band with a recommended cloth. If needed, you can lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
    2. Dry the band with a recommended cloth.

     

    Thanks for being a part of Apple Support Communities.

     

    Kind Regards,

    Pedro.

  • by Jodde Firhru Hhder,

    Jodde Firhru Hhder Jodde Firhru Hhder May 4, 2015 8:46 PM in response to pedro d
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    May 4, 2015 8:46 PM in response to pedro d

    Don't wash it with wet clothes directly.

  • by MaxSegreto,

    MaxSegreto MaxSegreto Oct 20, 2015 6:54 PM in response to Jodde Firhru Hhder
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    Oct 20, 2015 6:54 PM in response to Jodde Firhru Hhder

    Hi guys, what do you think about this (2 months of use)?20151021_014645180_iOS.jpg

    Do you have a suggestion for the band cleaning?

    Thanks in advance

  • by Meg St._Clair,Apple recommended

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair Oct 20, 2015 8:10 PM in response to MaxSegreto
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    Oct 20, 2015 8:10 PM in response to MaxSegreto

    MaxSegreto wrote:

     

    Do you have a suggestion for the band cleaning?

     

    The second post in this thread has Apple's instructions for cleaning the band.

  • by janericster,

    janericster janericster Oct 25, 2015 12:23 PM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    Oct 25, 2015 12:23 PM in response to Meg St._Clair

    I've had a black sports model for about 3 weeks. Wore it to the gym a few times (yes, I got sweat on the rubber band), washed it with warm soapy water but the band still looks as if the top layer of the rubber is peeling or wearing off!  I have not used any alcohol cleaners (Apple says not to) and I haven't exposed the band to any other liquids or chemicals besides sweat and water.

     

    Any ideas? I've tried cleaning it now 3x with warm soapy water and even tried the soft cleaning cloth but have had no luck. This is ridiculous for a band that is supposedly made of the highest quality rubber compound.

     

    I was told not to use the Mr. Clean magic products as they can definitely ruin the surface.


    Picture shows no improvement after cleaning with warm soapy water, then towel drying.

    IMG_4660.jpg

  • by granny846,

    granny846 granny846 Nov 14, 2015 12:38 PM in response to MaxSegreto
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    Nov 14, 2015 12:38 PM in response to MaxSegreto

    My White sports band had the same issue. I did not know why but I took it to my local Apple Store and the swapped it even though I no packaging. They can look up your receipt. Mine was 3-4 months old at the time.

  • by Gbraddo,

    Gbraddo Gbraddo Feb 5, 2016 8:05 PM in response to MaxSegreto
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    Feb 5, 2016 8:05 PM in response to MaxSegreto

    I have a white band too. And the same problem only mine has a slight greenish colour rather than blue. I have tried soap and water, iKlear spray, and even the water free hand cleaner... bit risky I know as it contains alcohol. NO luck at all. I clean off any dirty but the staining remains. This is clearly some form of dye that has discoloured the band material. If you find an answer please let us all know and I will do the same!

  • by Gbraddo,

    Gbraddo Gbraddo Feb 5, 2016 8:06 PM in response to granny846
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    Feb 5, 2016 8:06 PM in response to granny846

    I will try the apple store.... and see what they say

  • by tadh_GT,

    tadh_GT tadh_GT Aug 15, 2016 11:03 AM in response to abruzzigirl
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    Aug 15, 2016 11:03 AM in response to abruzzigirl

    Mine--heavy grass/sweat stain on WHITE band.  Did NOT become like new but finally what "almost" got it clean (Spray/Wash spray and concentrated stick ALONG with circular motions of "rough" side of kitchen sponge and/or toothbrush).  Paste of Baking soda (100% bicarb) helped get a little left off at the end but not 100%. Auto polishing cream "may" have helped.   At the end I am still left with some stain (pays to clean more often AND like other--just DON"T buy the white band!!).    What I tried after getting bulk of green stain off that did NOT work 100% includes 70% isopropyl, automobile polish, 100% bicarbonate paste (baking soda), toothpaste, jewelry cleaner, vinyl cleaner of no value, clorox did nothing at beginning or end, vinegar at the end, lemon juice,    I left almost all products tested on for extended periods of time AND used the "rough" side of kitchen sponges meant for non-stick cooking pans OR a toothbrush.  Paper towels with cleaners useless and in fact, be careful with paper towels.  I almost inadvertently got some red stain from paper towel onto my band again!!!