Are bowling balls cleaned frequently?

Discover how to clean a bowling ball and keep your equipment in peak condition, and learn simple tips to rejuvenate a ball that hasn't been taken care of. read more

Houseballs are hardly ever cleaned, except maybe a couple of times per year the finger holes will be quickly cleaned with a sanitizer. A bowler’s own personal bowling balls, especially if you’re a serious bowler, should be cleaned after every session which can be as little as 3 games for a typical league up to 8 or 10 games for a tournament block. read more

There is no precise answer, but a good rule of thumb is to set a cleaning regimen just like you would with your car. read more

It is recommended to clean the surface of your ball immediately after bowling when the pores in the coverstock of the ball are open due to the friction generated by bowling. There are, however, liquid cleaning agents approved for use by U.S.B.C. (United States Bowling Congress) during competition such as Monster Tac Remove All Ball Cleaner 4oz. read more