The Best Way to Clean LCD TV Screens
Liquid crystal television (LCD) screens attract dust and other particles in the air. Over time, this debris builds up on the surface and can make images appear dull. Oily fingerprints, smudges and other marks also lower the appearance of the image and detract from the overall look of the television. The best way to clean your LCD TV screen is to wipe the screen at least once a week to remove these materials. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Microfiber cloths
- Duster (optional)
- Distilled water
- LCD screen cleaner (optional)
Instructions
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Turn off the TV and unplug it.
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Wipe the screen with a microfiber cloth or duster. If the TV came with a cleaning cloth, use it to wipe the screen.
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Dampen a cloth with distilled water or LCD screen cleaner. Wipe the screen with the cloth to remove fingerprint marks and smudges.
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Dry the screen with another cloth and then look at it from different angles to check for additional fingerprints or other marks. Wipe away marks as needed.
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Dry the screen thoroughly with a fresh cloth.
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Tips & Warnings
If the TV is in a high traffic area or area with poor air quality, wipe the screen more than once a week.
Never use harsh chemicals including benzene, ammonia, bleach, toluene or rosin to clean the screen. Clean it with isopropyl alcohol only if approved by the LCD TV manufacturer.
Do not use abrasive objects like paper towels on the screen. Fingernails and jewelry will also cause damage to a screen.
Always squeeze excess water or cleaner from the cloth as any liquid that seeps into the TV and onto electronic components can cause damage or pose a fire risk. For this same reason, never spray the screen with cleaner, only on the cloth.
Never press hard against the TV screen.
