To clean fingerprints and greasy smudges off your TV screen, use a small amount of water or Isopropyl alcohol and gently rub the screen with a clean, soft, dry cloth.
For general cleaning of the frame and screen of your TV, you should use a soft, clean, lint-free, dry cloth. We recommend using a microfibre cloth. You should never use any type of window cleaner, soap, scouring powder, or any cleanser with solvents such as alcohol, benzene, ammonia, or paint thinner.
Chemical cleaners like Windex might contain harsh ingredients that could damage your LCD TV screen. No, it is not safe to use Windex to clean your computer monitor or TV.
It's even good for screens. Mix 1 part white vinegar with 1 part distilled water. Put it into a spray bottle and grab your microfiber cloth. It's about time to get that screen taken care of.
Can I use glasses cleaner on my TV? You can use glasses cleaner to clean your TV screen so long as you spray the cleaner onto a cloth and not directly onto the screen itself. Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened slightly with cleaner and gently wipe the screen applying little to no pressure to prevent damaging your TV.
To clean fingerprints and greasy smudges off your TV screen, use a small amount of water or Isopropyl alcohol and gently rub the screen with a clean, soft, dry cloth.
If your TV was splattered with food (it happens!) try applying your own screen cleaning solution. Just add a drop of soap to one-fourth cup of water, mix, and apply it to a soft cloth. Gently wipe the stain away, then re-wipe the surface with a dry microfiber cloth.
You should never use baby wipes on a TV screen – however easy to grab and apply they might seem. 'Baby wipes are meant to be used on a baby, moisturizing and sometimes with oils – the last thing you want to apply to your TV screen,' says Tricia Holderman.
While it may be tempting to use Windex, don't use it on flat screen televisions like LCDs. Windex and other glass cleaners like it contain ammonia and alcohol, which can damage the delicate screens on LED, LCD and plasma screens.
Spraying Windex on your TV is an easy way to permanently damage its screen. In fact, all modern TVs have special coatings on their surface that can be ruined by strong cleansers. Fortunately, you can still clean your TV screen. You just need to be careful to avoid using harsh chemicals.
Step 1: Dampen Cloth With Distilled Water
Dampen a microfiber cloth with distilled water and wring it out. The cloth should only be slightly wet. Never spray water directly on the screen.
Last but not least, hand sanitizer can be used to clean away smudges on glass surfaces. Yes, this means your precious iPhone or computer screen can be smudge free with a simple spray and wipe.
“Your best bet is to use a soft, anti-static microfiber cloth—the kind used to clean eyeglasses and camera lenses—and wipe in a circular motion,” says John Walsh, who cleans more than 250 TVs a year in his role as a CR photographer. (Some TV manufacturers will include a cloth for this purpose.)
Dust the screen with a dry microfiber cloth. This will often do the trick to remove dust and smudges, making further cleaning unnecessary.
Use a dry, lint-free microfiber cloth to gently wipe away any visible dust and dirt. If necessary, apply gentle pressure to remove surface-level smudges. If any marks remain, wipe with a lightly moistened cloth. For glass-coated screens, you can use a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar or rubbing alcohol.
Avoid using Windex on a screen. It's only made for glass, and can be too harsh for delicate computer screens, says Button. And skip things like eyeglass cleaner, which won't disinfect.
Never use paper towels, tissues, or rags to clean your TV screen. These contain fibers that can leave scratches on your screen.