How to clean your lcd monitor screen? - Club CDFreaks

wheelz · 31-07-2006

I did a quick search an nothing seem to come up for me. I had no idea where to post this. So I was wondering is there a specific way to cleaning an lcd monitor when it gets dusty, or dirty? I read somewhere that they are sensitive to abrasive cleaners. So I certainly wouldn't want to use a glass cleaner. Would a wet, well rung out wash cloth work?

**Arachne** · 31-07-2006

I wondered the same thing...not so much with dust, as I can dust that off with a soft duster. Stuff like smears etc, I've been curious about.

*Dr. Who* · 31-07-2006

I have an LCD with a protective permenant sheet of glass over it and I use windex. I've seen users say don't but it is well for me no issues. For the ones without the protective screen I think a well rung out rag would do the trick to add I think it would be advised to use a dry rag to get all the dampness left on.

*zebadee* · 31-07-2006

Hi

Damp microfibre cloth.

Or be like me. An acetate sheet covering screen area.

*DaChew* · 31-07-2006

same thing I clean dvd's with, eyeglass cleaner and a clean well used(old/soft) linen handkerchief

power off

**Arachne** · 31-07-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaChew

...power off

Awww

**platinumsword** · 31-07-2006

Have a read.

http://www.ergoindemand.com/about-cl...cd-screens.htm

wheelz · 31-07-2006

Thanks guys! I am scared to even touch the thing now.

*Dr. Who* · 31-07-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by platinumsword

Have a read.

http://www.ergoindemand.com/about-cl...cd-screens.htm

Nice find there. I'm just glad I have the protective glass over my LCD.

**Arachne** · 31-07-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheelz

Thanks guys! I am scared to even touch the thing now.

Ditto, but I've got a tiny little smear (not too noticeable though) in the top left of my screen, hehe.

@platinumsword - thanks, bookmarked

wheelz · 31-07-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arachne

Ditto, but I've got a tiny little smear (not too noticeable though) in the top left of my screen, hehe.

@platinumsword - thanks, bookmarked

When I first got mine I had a smear right in the middle. I took a clean wet wash cloth, and cleaned it then cleaned the rest when it was ON. Plus I had to scrub it kind of hard, and it didn't hurt it. I think I got lucky though, or their just being really cautious. I dont' have a protective screen on mine. I don't like the idea of turning my monitor off, or unplugging it. I'm afraid I will loose my color settings. It took me quite some time to get the picture how I like it. Oh well you got to do what you got to do.

jhtalisman · 31-07-2006

I use aerosol glass cleaner and paper towels. Rub gently!

Cressida · 31-07-2006

A well wrung out chamois - broad strokes, no pressure

427invader · 31-07-2006

For dry dust I use a swiffer duster once a week. I don't get other types of spots being that I don't allow anyone within two feet of my monitor. (Including myself unless I'm dusting it.)

Bryan S · 01-08-2006

I have used 50/50 white vinegar and water on mine for the last 2+ years and haven't had any problems with mine. I use the same mix for the big screen tv for 8+ years and no worries with that either.

*Dr. Who* · 01-08-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheelz

When I first got mine I had a smear right in the middle. I took a clean wet wash cloth, and cleaned it then cleaned the rest when it was ON. Plus I had to scrub it kind of hard, and it didn't hurt it. I think I got lucky though, or their just being really cautious. I dont' have a protective screen on mine. I don't like the idea of turning my monitor off, or unplugging it. I'm afraid I will loose my color settings. It took me quite some time to get the picture how I like it. Oh well you got to do what you got to do.

As for your personal settings that'll be still there because it is stored on the PC not the moniter.

*maineman* · 01-08-2006

Wife picked up a few tubs of "Endust" anti-static wipes. The label states they're specifically for electronics, eg., tvs, pcs, monitors, etc. It's not that I believe everything I read...but they're soft, pre-moistened with Isopropyl alcohol and best of all cheap and disposable.

@platinumsword,

Thanks for the info.

*bigmike7* · 01-08-2006

Yo-

I use "iKlear Apple Polish" - specifically formulated for cleaning LCD screens-

I found it at Frys - expensive though at $10 for 5 ounces - but per the instructions - but you use very little with a microfiber cloth gently polishing the surface - so a bottle has lasted me for over two years-eh!

wheelz · 01-08-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Who

As for your personal settings that'll be still there because it is stored on the PC not the moniter.

That's better. Do you think I actually need to unplug it? Just turning it off seems enough.

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wheelz CD Freaks Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: America Posts: 877	How to clean your lcd monitor screen? <a href='http://adstats.cdfreaks.com/www/delivery/ck.php?n=a13febf7&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE' target='_blank'><img src='http://adstats.cdfreaks.com/www/delivery/avw.php?zoneid=30&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE&n=a13febf7' border='0' alt='' /></a> I did a quick search an nothing seem to come up for me. I had no idea where to post this. So I was wondering is there a specific way to cleaning an lcd monitor when it gets dusty, or dirty? I read somewhere that they are sensitive to abrasive cleaners. So I certainly wouldn't want to use a glass cleaner. Would a wet, well rung out wash cloth work?

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zebadee CD Freaks Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,057	Re: How to clean your lcd monitor screen? Hi Damp microfibre cloth. Or be like me. An acetate sheet covering screen area.

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