How to Care for Lemon Spark Vinyl Like TWICE TEN
By ShutterGroove | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Conseils et entretien
A practical, step-by-step routine for keeping your TWICE TEN Lemon Spark Vinyl clean, flat, and sounding great—without damaging the colored surface or the extras.
Quick answer
Treat your Lemon Spark Vinyl like any colored record: clean it dry before every play, store it upright in its sleeve, and keep it away from heat and direct sun. A consistent three-step routine—brush, play, and store—prevents most damage.
Why colored vinyl needs a slightly different touch
Lemon Spark Vinyl gets its look from a colored PVC blend, not a coating. That means the color is part of the record itself, so you can’t scrub it off—but you also can’t treat it like a standard black pressing and expect the same visual longevity. Colored vinyl can show dust and fingerprints more readily, and some blends are slightly more prone to surface noise if grit is left in the grooves. The routine below focuses on preventing that grit from settling in the first place.
The TWICE TEN pressing also comes with a poster, photocard, and slipmat. Those extras are part of the package, but they don’t belong on the turntable during play. Keep them separate so you’re not tempted to skip cleaning steps.
The one thing you shouldn’t do
Avoid wet-cleaning with household cleaners or alcohol-based solutions. They can dull the lemon spark finish and leave residue that attracts more dust. If you must wet-clean, use a dedicated vinyl cleaning fluid and a soft microfiber brush—but for routine care, dry brushing is safer and usually enough.
Your step-by-step Lemon Spark Vinyl care routine
- Set up a clean, flat surface: Before you handle the record, clear a table and lay down a clean microfiber cloth. Wash and dry your hands, or wear anti-static gloves. Common mistake: handling the record over a hard floor or near dusty surfaces—one drop can chip the edge. A dedicated, clutter-free workspace prevents most accidents.
- Dry-brush both sides before every play: Use a carbon-fiber or soft anti-static brush. Hold the brush lightly against the spinning record (let the turntable do the work) for two or three rotations, then brush from the center outward. Common mistake: pressing too hard—you’re lifting dust, not scrubbing. Checkpoint: if you see dust lines after brushing, repeat with a fresh section of the brush. Brushing before each play is the single most effective habit.
- Play with the slipmat, not the extras: Place the exclusive Turntable Slipmat on your platter before dropping the record. Keep the poster and photocard in their sleeve—never on the turntable. Common mistake: using the photocard as a makeshift slipmat; it will scratch the vinyl and ruin the card. The slipmat protects both the record and your platter.
- Store upright and away from heat: After playing, return the record to its inner sleeve and outer jacket. Store the jacket vertically like a book on a shelf, not stacked. Keep the shelf out of direct sunlight and away from radiators or windows. Common mistake: leaving the record on the turntable for days—dust settles and the stylus can pick up grit on the next play. Vertical storage and a cool, dark spot prevent warping.
- Handle the extras with the same care: Slide the poster and photocard back into the jacket pocket or a separate acid-free folder. Avoid folding the poster along the same crease repeatedly. Common mistake: storing loose extras inside the inner sleeve—they can scuff the record surface. Keep paper extras away from the playing surface.
Product facts
- TWICE – TEN: The Story Goes On Lemon Spark Vinyl: Limited-edition Lemon Spark Vinyl with a Group Photocard, 12″ x 24″ Poster, and exclusive Turntable Slipmat. The slipmat is designed for turntable use, so you can use it during play—but keep the poster and photocard stored separately to avoid bending or scratching the record.
TWICE – TEN: The Story Goes On Lemon Spark Vinyl
