Banwood Skateboard Maintenance and Care Tips
By Kids Balance Bikes & Bicycles with Wicker Basket | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: Tips & Care
Keep your Banwood skateboard rolling smoothly and looking great with these simple maintenance and care steps for kids' boards.
Quick answer
To keep a Banwood skateboard in top shape, regularly clean the deck and wheels, check the trucks and bearings for tightness, and store it indoors. A few minutes of care each month prevents wear and keeps the ride safe and smooth for your child.
Why regular skateboard maintenance matters
A kids' skateboard takes a lot of bumps, scrapes, and outdoor exposure. Without basic care, dirt builds up in the bearings, bolts loosen, and the deck can get scratched or splintered. For a Banwood skateboard — with its 7-ply maple deck and vintage finish — a little preventive care keeps it looking good and rolling safely for years.
Step-by-step care routine for your Banwood skateboard
- Clean the deck and grip tape: Wipe the deck with a damp cloth and mild soap. For the grip tape, use a soft brush or old toothbrush to remove dirt and pebbles. Avoid soaking the wood. Common mistake: using too much water can warp the maple deck. Keep it barely damp.
- Check and tighten the trucks and hardware: Inspect the kingpin nut and axle nuts on the trucks. Use a skate tool or wrench to tighten any loose bolts. The board should turn smoothly without wobbling. Checkpoint: if the board wobbles side to side when your child stands on it, the trucks need tightening.
- Clean and lubricate the bearings: Remove the wheels, take out the bearings, and wipe off old grease and dirt with a dry cloth. Apply one drop of light bearing oil per bearing, spin to distribute, and reassemble. Common mistake: over-oiling attracts more dirt. One drop per bearing is enough.
- Inspect the wheels for wear and debris: Look for flat spots, cracks, or debris embedded in the soft 65mm wheels. Pick out any stones with a small tool. Rotate wheels front to back if one side wears faster. Checkpoint: if a wheel no longer rolls smoothly or has a flat spot, replace it to keep the ride safe.
- Store the skateboard properly: Keep the Banwood skateboard indoors in a dry, room-temperature area. Avoid leaving it in a car trunk, garage, or near radiators. Use a wall rack or simply lean it against a wall. Common mistake: storing in a damp garage can rust bearings and warp the maple deck over time.
About the Banwood skateboard
- BANWOOD SKATEBOARD - WHITE: The Banwood Skateboard — White is a cruiser-style mini with a hand-built 7-ply maple deck, sized for kids 5+ with a 22-inch deck and soft 65mm wheels. The maple deck is durable but can dry or crack if left in moisture. The soft 65mm wheels are great for smooth rides but pick up debris easily, so regular cleaning keeps them rolling freely.
