Care & cleaning

Why Gong Care Is So Important

Your gong is a precision instrument. Over time, fingerprints, dust, and oxidation build up on the surface, affecting not only its appearance but also its sound in the long run. Regular maintenance keeps the surface clean, protects the material, and ensures that your gong sounds the way it should—every time you play it.

Nickel silver gongs, such as those available in our product range, are particularly sensitive to skin oils and moisture. A quick wipe-down after playing is the best way to care for them.

The right products for your gong

For a thorough cleaning, we recommend the tried-and-true cleaning bar —a classic, mild cleanser that gently removes stubborn deposits without damaging the surface. Using the included sponge, you can have your gong shining again in just a few minutes.

Poliboy Metal Polish adds the finishing touch. It gives the surface an even shine and forms a protective film over the metal that prevents new deposits from forming. Poliboy is a proven product for high-quality metal surfaces and works just as well on nickel silver.

The Gong Care Bundle: Everything You Need

If you don't want to spend time searching, go straight for the Gong Care Bundle. It includes the cleaning stone with a sponge and Poliboy metal polish—all perfectly matched and ready to use. The bundle is the easiest and most affordable way to keep your gong in top condition for years to come.

It also makes an ideal gift for anyone new to sound healing who doesn't yet have any supplies.

How to Care for Your Gong Properly

Care is simple. Lightly dampen the sponge, rub a small amount of the cleaning compound onto it, and clean the gong’s surface using circular motions. Then rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. For a final shine, apply a small amount of Poliboy to a soft cloth and work it in evenly, then polish with a clean cloth.

The result: a gong that shines as if it had just come from the workshop.

Do you have any questions about gong care? We and our chatbot are here to help!

Not sure which product is right for your gong or how often you should clean it? Our chatbot on the website is available 24/7 to help you quickly. For personalized recommendations from Olli and his team, you can reach us anytime at kontakt@ollihess.de. We know our gongs inside and out and will give you tips that really work.

Well-maintained gongs have a longer resonance

A gong that is regularly cleaned and maintained retains its tonal qualities for years. Oxidation and buildup can impair the surface’s ability to vibrate—regular maintenance prevents exactly that. With the Gong Care Bundle, the effort required is minimal, but the results are clearly noticeable.

Your gong deserves to be treated well.

Gong Care and the Right Instruments

Of course, proper care only makes sense if you have the right instrument. Check out our nickel silver gongs — handcrafted in collaboration with gong maker Broder Oetken and personally tested by Olli for their tonal range. If you want to get the most out of your gong, you’ll find what you need in our Professional Gong Mallets and gong scrapers .