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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning

While older glass television screens can be cleaned with glass cleaner and paper towels, TVs with LCDs and Plasma flat screens often require extra care when cleaning. The LCD screen is made of a plastic and is very susceptible to damage when cleaned with chemical cleaners, stiff brushes, and rags. This article will show you three methods of cleaning flat screen TVs: with a fine fiber cloth, with vinegar, and technical measures to remove scratches.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Wipe with a fine fiber cloth

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   Turn off the TV. If you do not want to interfere with any of the pixels while they are still on, turn off the TV and moreover when you turn off the TV you can more easily detect dirt and dust on the screen.

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   Find a microfiber cloth. The cloth should be soft and dry, the same type used to clean eyeglasses. This is the best option for LCD monitors as it will not leave any fabric on the screen.

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   Clean the screen. Use a fine fiber cloth to gently wipe away dirt from the screen.
   • Do not apply excessive force to the screen when experiencing stubborn stains. For now, just apply the method below.
   • Do not use paper towels, toilet paper, or old shirts for cleaning. These materials are harder than the fine fiber fabric, which can scratch the screen and stick fabric on the screen.

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   Check the screen. If the screen is clean, then you do not need to wipe it with water. If the TV screen has dry streaks of water, dirt or other stains, proceed to the next method to make the TV screen more shiny.

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   Clean the screen frame. The rigid plastic frame around the screen is less sensitive than the screen, so you can use a fine-grained cloth or a regular dust cloth to wipe it. advertisement

Method 2 of 3: Wipe with Vinegar and Water Solution

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   Turn off the TV. Again, if you don't want any pixel noise, and you can easily see any dirt on the screen, turn off the TV.

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   Dissolve the vinegar with water in a 1: 1 ratio. Vinegar is a natural detergent, and a safer and less expensive option than other cleaners.

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   Dab a microfiber cloth gently in the vinegar solution and gently wipe the screen. For stains that are difficult to remove, you can gently rub your hands and remember to always clean the screen in a circular motion.
   • Do not pour or spray vinegar solution directly on the TV screen as it may damage the screen permanently.
   • If desired, you can purchase a cleaning solution for LCD screens at computer stores.
   • Do not use cleaning solutions that contain ammonia, ethyl alcohol, acetone, or ethyl chloride. Because these chemicals can damage the screen.

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   Use another small cloth to dry the monitor. Leaving vinegar to dry directly on the screen will leave marks.

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   Clean the screen frame. With a hard plastic frame that has a lot of dirt, you can use a paper towel dipped in the vinegar solution and scrub it off. Then, dry with another clean paper towel. advertisement

Method 3 of 3: Remove scratches on flat screen TVs

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   Check the TV screen warranty. If the screen is scratched quite badly, and is still under warranty, you should change a new one. Because you may not only be unable to repair it, but may even cause other damage that is not covered under warranty.

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   Use a scratch removal kit. This is the safest method to remove scratches from your LCD screen. You can purchase scratch removal kits at TV stores.

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   Use petroleum jelly - the main ingredient of Vaseline grease. Dab a cotton ball in the grease wax and apply it to the scratch.

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   Use varnish. Buy varnish and spray a small amount directly onto the scratch. Let the polish dry on its own. advertisement

Advice

• Carefully review the cleaning instructions in the instructions included when purchasing the monitor.
• You can apply these methods to clean the computer screen.
• You can also use special screen wipes available at computer stores.

Warning

• With a television monitor with a rear projector, if you apply strong force it can damage the screen because they are so thin.
• If the cloth is not dry enough and water drips, it may cause a short circuit.