Many people are familiar with the problem of greasy spots on the LCD TV screen. It is especially present in families with small children. After all, very often kids run to the screen, having seen their favorite characters, and directly poke a finger at him, showing and explaining something to you.
Hands can be anything from jam to plasticine. And then it becomes necessary to urgently remove these traces. Do you know that improper cleaning of an LCD TV will inevitably lead to its breakdown? Now we’ll tell you how to wipe the LCD TV screen so as not to harm it.
Prohibited Methods and Tools
To begin with, we will determine the most important thing: what can not be used in any case. We will also tell you when you can not clean the TV:
1. In no case should you wipe the screen of the switched on device. Since the matrix is very fragile. Also, do not rush to turn on the TV immediately after cleaning. You must wait until the screen is completely dry.
2. Do not use products containing alcohol. The matrix on the TV is very fragile, it is covered with a plastic coating that will turn white from alcohol, and in the worst case it will fail. Wondering how to wipe the LCD TV screen? Read the composition of funds to choose the right one.
3. Do not wipe the screen with wet sanitary napkins. Their composition is not intended for the care of LCD TVs. They will definitely leave stains, which will not be so easy to get rid of.
4. Do not use any means for cars! Caring for an LCD TV requires more gentle means.
5. Do not use any household cleaning products. Neither products for washing windows, washing dishes, nor washing powder are suitable.
6. Forget about grandma’s way of wiping glass with a newspaper. When cleaning LCD TVs, this is strictly prohibited. Fibers can remain on the screen or get inside, which guarantees equipment breakdown.
7. It is strongly not recommended to spray any product directly onto the screen. It is necessary to apply the composition to the cleaning material for the LCD TV. Why? Direct spraying of the liquid can lead to its entry into important parts of the technology, which again will lead to breakage.
How to wipe the LCD TV screen?
First, let's decide on the material. The first option is to choose a lint-free fabric that is soft to the touch. It can be microfiber. The second option is the simplest and most effective - specialized napkins. They can be found in almost every store. They must again be necessarily lint-free. They can be both dry and wet, with a special tool, which is even more convenient. The main advantage of such napkins: as a rule, they help to reduce static electricity. True, such handkerchiefs can leave stains. To avoid this, you need to wipe the TV first with a damp cloth, then dry.
How to clean the LCD TV screen? You can and should use alcohol-free sprays and foams. Be sure to read the composition before using such funds. There is a good way - using a simple laundry soap. To do this, rub a special cloth with soap and wash the off-screen LCD TV. Then rinse and wipe again to a state until there are no stains. This is a difficult method, but it copes with greasy stains from children's hands.
Attention! If you have hard water, it is recommended to use distilled water when caring for the screen.
How to wipe the LCD TV screen correctly?
Firstly, just before cleaning, you need to make sure that the TV is turned off. It is better to unplug the plug. We take the selected fabric (lint-free, remember), apply the product directly to it (without alcohol, of course) and begin to wipe the screen in a circular motion. Do not press too hard, as this can lead to breakage. If you are not using a disposable cloth, be sure to check it for sand or other particles that could scratch the LCD screen.
If you just need to remove dust, just wipe the TV with a cloth or napkins. If it is necessary to remove strong impurities, then you can use the method with soap described above, or use a liquid or special wet wipes.
Vinegar + Water
With heavy soiling, there is another way to remove greasy stains. For this, table vinegar is useful. It must be added in a one to one proportion to distilled water. Wet a microfiber cloth with this solution and wash the surface. Again, spray liquid directly onto the screen!
The frame of the TV is easier to wash, it can be cleaned with the same tool as the screen. For hard-to-reach spots you can use cotton swabs.
Conclusion
Now you know how to wipe the LCD TV screen. We hope that our tips have helped you. Take care of your equipment, and let it serve you for a long time!