antique electronics?

[ftransform]

If you are trying to sell an antique is it wise to clean the case (I.E> if it has yellowed). Will the value depreciate or increase?

[dfmischler]

Most knowledgeable antique buyers would rather get an object in original aged condition than have it "cleaned" in an incorrect manner.  Leave it alone, or talk to an expert conservator-restorer.

Some people just buy an antique because they "like the look", and they might be happier with a cleaning that would horrify any museum curator, but I still can't recommend that.

[ftransform]

I guess that makes sense. With the amount of money people pay for stuff I figure the time it would take me to scrub something with borax or orange soap is not significant.

[ddavidebor]

Yep, here in italy, remove dust, clean the glass and nothing more.

Never touch wood or metal or plastic, the risk is alwais hight and there are no benefits usually