How to maintain a koa guitar

[Elvis]

Hi all

I recently bought a new 724ce koa which I love. Since the wood is somewhat porous, what is c the best way to clean and maintain the wood? Thanks!

[Edward]

Hi all

I recently bought a new 724ce koa which I love. Since the wood is somewhat porous, what is c the best way to clean and maintain the wood? Thanks!

Sorry, but I haven't a clue as to what you mean by "more" porous ...as opposed to other wood?

Bottom line, there is nothing different in caring for a guitar with species x over species y.  A digital hygrometer is your friend, and keeping the Relative Humidity in the high 30%s to the 40s is all you need to "do" for the health and stability of any acoustic guitar  As for cleaning it, a soft cloth is it.  Use a guitar polish if you like, but I don't care for the slipperiness of any guitar cleaner so I personally just use a microfibre and I'm done.

Edward

[TaylorGirl]

To add to what Edward said, Taylor makes some really good guitar care products. I never overuse, but a nice touch up during string changes keeps my guitars looking great. Then again, it's personal preference.

https://www.taylorguitars.com/taylorware/category/for-your-guitar/guitar-care

[spirit4earth]

Hi all

I recently bought a new 724ce koa which I love. Since the wood is somewhat porous, what is c the best way to clean and maintain the wood? Thanks!

Sorry, but I haven't a clue as to what you mean by "more" porous ...as opposed to other wood?

Bottom line, there is nothing different in caring for a guitar with species x over species y.  A digital hygrometer is your friend, and keeping the Relative Humidity in the high 30%s to the 40s is all you need to "do" for the health and stability of any acoustic guitar  As for cleaning it, a soft cloth is it.  Use a guitar polish if you like, but I don't care for the slipperiness of any guitar cleaner so I personally just use a microfibre and I'm done.

Edward

Do you know of a reliable room hygrometer?

[Edward]

You're not looking for raw "accuracy" really since all you really need to do is maintain and average RH anywhere from the mid 30s and under 50% (occasional dips/spikes notwithstanding).  So any of the mid-priced digital hygrometers are plenty good as spending more doesn't really get you anything. 

Edward