Removing polishing compound......
 

from the fretboard of a new Gibson L-00 Vintage Burst. At least I think it is polishing compound.

The last 5 frets nearest the sound hole have a whitish compound embedded into the rosewood fretboard pores.

Not sure what I should use to try and eliminate this substance. Any opinions appreciated.

Maybe I should contact Gibson for their advice?

Thanks again!

Cant really help you on how to clean it up.

just curious, what are those stuff anyway? I have been shopping around for a J-45 and alot of them had these white substance on the fretboard.

if gibsons can improve there craftsmanship a little it would help their business a lot. Some of the examples I saw recently have been bad.

Can you post a pic? One idea is to start with a very soft brush and some water. Start with one area and go slowly.

Indian Rosewood frequently contains mineral deposits which will often present as chalky deposits in the pores of the wood. I cannot rule out the possibility of it being polishing compound (which should be fairly easy to wipe off) but it is more likely that it is naturally occurring mineral deposits.

If it is polishing compound it should just rub off.

I would try a soft bristle tooth brush and brush in the direction of the grain. If it doesn't come off with a dry brush, try it slightly moist. If that doesn't work maybe try linseed oil.

Try using naptha and a toothbrush.