I use ebonites energizer cleaner.  This cleaner works great.  If your wife can't handle the citus smell then clean your ball outside.  That would elminate the Migranes that your wife gets.


An important side note:  Pearl reactive balls such as the Doom need to be re-polished on a consistant basis.  Ebonites factory finish polish is what the Doom needs to keep it in BOX condition.  This is the same polish they use on this ball when it comes from the factory.  This will help maintain the OOB reaction.

The Pain is at 4000 grit in it's box condition.  So once in a while it would be a good idea to have it sanded with a 4000 grit abralon pad to keep it in box condition.

I hope this helps you out bud.

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The Pain is 4000 Abralon.

Virtually all the commercial cleaners have a fairly strong odor that can cause problems if inhaled (Lane Masters being the worst by far). I found the Ebonite Energizer to be one of the more respiratory friendly cleaners but then your wife is dealing with migraines which is a whole different story.

Have you tried using Isopropyl Alcohol as your regular cleaner and then giving them a more occasional thorough cleaning with a commercial product?

I just mixed up a home made concoction using an orange/citrus based cleaner, denatured alcohol and a secret ingrediant that I believe Lane Masters uses in their product. I figured it costs me about $5 for 24 ounces and seems to be working well thus far. The orange cleaner seems to tone down the vapors of the more caustic ingrediants.

One other work around might be to have your wife wear a 3M N95 mask while you do your cleanings....the trade off being you might find yourself sleeping on the couch....ouch!

Edited on 11/11/2006 10:11 PM