To clean my TV's and my laptop, I actually use a small amount of Pledge Multisurface cleaner sprayed directly on a microfiber cloth. Incredibly effective and also not harmful to electronics!
@Alex Sonne Negative, you might be thinking about regular Pledge cleaner. The multisurface cleaner is safe for all electronics with a sealed finish, this includes the anti-reflection coating. It is especially safe when you spray it on a microfiber cleaning cloth, instead of spraying it onto the screen itself. Look it up if you don't believe me.
Thank you for the tips. With the micro fibre cloth, always tear the tag off first. That bit isn't micro fibre and you don't need it and you might accidently leave it exposed to the screen. Great content, keep up the good work!
Should I clean the tv screen with hand sanitizer? I use it to clean my laptop screen and desktop monitor and no problems so far. Should I do the same for the tv?
Late Entry. Had miscleaned my TV screen, all streaked. Used Ur explanation (filtered water, only micofiber cloths I had) + got excellent tresults. Thx.
I've actually used mequires auto glass cleaner and it work perfect, no streaks just apply w soft rag and gently buff w soft rag and no streaks no mess just good and clean!
I actually use this method with dish soap and water, and have used it for a long time on Monitors and TVs alike because it's non abrasive and keeps thing shiny and clean.
Last night my wife and I were watching television and I commented on how dusty the screen was. This morning your video was in my recommended list; proof my TV is listening to me. Tonight we will discuss "farts in elevators" and look forward to tomorrows youtube offerings.
The bad thing about shopping online for a cleaning fluid is that 80% of the reviewers swear that something is the best stuff ever, and 20% cry that it destroyed their screen.
That's why the only and most important thing is to not let your fingernail run across and scratch the screen. I've been using Windex for 35+ years and I've sold TV's for most of that time. The key is using a microfiber cloth and "polishing" it very slowly and light pressure. That's it.
Keep this in mind for your microfiber cloths; avoid using fabric softeners on them. So, no liquid softener in the washer. No dryer sheet in the dryer. These products can contribute to build of waxy materials on your microfiber and these residuals can result in streaking as you wipe. Wash separately and hang to dry.
Here's a pro tip for smudges. If you're wearing glasses, I'm sure you're using special cloth to wipe them. This cloth normally comes in the box with the glasses. If not, go to an ophthalmology store and ask if they're selling cleaning cloths for glasses. These won't ever require water yet they don't feel 100% dry. They don't leave any moisture though. It's the way they're made and the feeling in your hands while holding them is as if they have some moisture. The screen is made of similar material, so the smudges can easily be removed. I already tried on my Samsung Q60B 4k TV and the smudges from my fingers were removed after couple of circular moves.
I would suggest NOT using 100% water as it could seep down between the screen and the surround at the bottom. A mixture of 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% distilled water is better as the alcohol helps the evaporation process. Spray it sparingly onto a microfibre cloth and not directly onto the screen.
@@robinlikes2learn ~~ I would disagree on using any alcohol or ammonia - but I do agree on applying it only on the lint free cloth - then its easy to wring out the cloth to be sure its damp enough to clean - but not too damp to drip. Use only distilled - or filtered water - if any greasy film needs to be cut through - use a bit of diluted, sensitive-skin (hypoallergenic) soap that leaves no residue.
One more good tip for people with OLEDs that have a pixel refresh setting. While it may seem tempting to clean your screen while waiting the the hour it takes for the process to finish, DO NOT do this until it is done. Putting pressure on the screen while the pixels are reflexing can make the pixels smudge. If you have done this though & are wondering if you should send your tv back or get a new one, fret not for there's still a good chance you can fix this by using pixel refresh again, but this time don't touch the screen & it should fix the issue. Source: myself & a miracle of a reddit post I came across.
Lol, who is ‘tempted to clean the screen while refreshing pixels’ I mean the TV is just standing there 24/7, you act like it’s a ‘chance’ when you pixel refresh
@@mahendranrajah7481 idk about pani tvs. But my LG OLED C9, I've read only use the pixel refresher once or twice a year. Because it eliminates bad pixels, and you cant grow them back. I always wipe down my screen ,when the TV is cold. Never after turning it on, and it gets warm
@@ebear6555 sounds like you have some dead spots. I had a vizio m series that had some burn in. It was 2013 model. I always make sure i clean my screen ,before i turn tbe TV on .make sure its overnight cool. Before cleaning.
As someone who cleans a lot of optics, I would never use a dry microfiber cloth on a dusty screen. Depending on what's in the dust, wiping it dry can cause the same micro scratches over time as using the wrong cloth to begin with. Air first to get the bulk of the dust and then the damp cloth.
@@SilentKnight1991 I have used a Swiffer on occasion. I just don't rub in on the screen with any pressure. I barely touch it to the screen and let the static or whatever the grabbing power of the Swiffer is do most of the work.
as someone who has to regularly clean my PC, I hate using dusters, I always though it was stupid because all you are doing is blowing the dust onto something else. Whenever possible I try to use a small handheld vacuum with a fine soft brush attachment. I know some people will scream that it creates static and could ruin components but I have NEVER ruined a component by using a vacuum.
Glad I watched this. I'm a cleaner at a school and I've 9 big TV's to clean on deep cleaning holiday breaks. I've hated doing them. Definitely going to change the way I clean them and what I use to do it... Thanks 👍
This is a weird "glowing review" for something so mundane, but as a video productions teacher, I've gotta tell you -- THIS VIDEO IS PERFECT. The information is purposeful, succinct, and helpful. The organization is clear and focused. There's just enough humor to keep viewers interested. The host is obviously knowledgeable, but with an air of humor and kindness, and a fabulous baritone voice. (I was getting a bit of Vince Vaughn vibe here and there...) BRAVO, DIGITAL TRENDS. This is one of the few "how-to" videos that I managed to watch start to finish. It seems like overly effusive praise, but TRUST ME -- most videos SUCK compared to this one. Great job, team.
Should I clean the tv screen with hand sanitizer? I use it to clean my laptop screen and desktop monitor and no problems so far. Should I do the same for the tv?
You missed a key step: Do NOT look directly at your screen while you wipe it, the light reflecting from your eyes onto the display may cause the TV to catch fire and burn your entire neighborhood down (not good)
Thanks Caleb for some vital and cost saving information. I've been stressing for a long time about both what cleaners and cleaning techniques that I should use while cleaning tvs. It's good to know that it's not as complicated as I've often made it out to be.
I use reading glass cleaner that is safe for coatings on lenses! Mixed with a bit of distilled water, and a microfiber cloth. Works like a charm. No circular motions! That’s a terrible idea!
I was just about to comment, I liked his advice up until the circular motions bit. Wipe it from left to right and then use a zig zag pattern to and fro until you’ve reached the bottom of the screen.
I used to work briefly for Best Buy (great employee discount, lol) and i recall them using a specific ANTI-STATIC chemical or cloth, cant remember which. I wonder if they still exist and make a difference.
all this technology and somehow they can't give us a screen that is easily cleanable.... I dont need my 4k even clearer to 8k, I need a screen I can wipe the streaks off of.
OMG DUDE!!!!! I had to clean a Samsung 65" curved TV that had been in a house with smokers for over a year. When I saw your video I thought YEA RIGHT.... there is now way.... BUT!!!! WOW!! IT WORKED!! It took me all of 30 mins to clean it and looks great. THANK YOU!!!!
I used to work at an OLED satin screen manufacturer. We did everything that you described except we use deionized water and 100% cotton flannel that is especially soft. It's important not to put alcohol or ammonia based materials on your screens. It's not needed and it will damage your screen. Thank you for the video!
What’s funny while I was listening to this my reef aquarium came to Mind and I use the RO/DI water and it cleans everything with just that and a clean microfiber cloth
I would add... only use NEW microfiber cloths. Used ones pick up all kinds of stuff in your dryer and the weirdest stuff sticks to them. Sometimes it wont come off even if you try.
I only wash my microfiber towels with other microfiber towels. Only put these in the dryer, nothing else. They come out great, nothing sticking on them . Look like new.
Thank you for this public service, I've been using just distilled water and microfiber for almost a decade. Even if you have kids who smear all kinds of things on your TV, it's still all you will need.
Should I clean the tv screen with hand sanitizer? I use it to clean my laptop screen and desktop monitor and no problems so far. Should I do the same for the tv?
I think these OLED screens are a lot more durable than we’ve been led to believe. Im a smoker, and I noticed my OLED screen had smoke residue on it. I tried wiping it off with a dry microfiber cloth, and that did NOTHING. I tried it with warm water next. Didn’t work either. So I cut up one of my mom’s old soft turtlenecks that I found after she passed (I use them for cleaning my glasses), sprayed like 4-5 sprays of 70% isopropyl alcohol on it (just enough to get it slightly damp), and it worked like a charm. Screen looks brand new again. It did require a lil bit of elbow grease, but the sheen or “finish” was unaffected. Just grab the back of the TV with one hand, and wipe side to side with medium pressure with your other hand. Hope this helps!
Great advice delivered succinctly and with a little humour. I was cleaning with the little blue cloth that comes with the tv but was using tap water. Distilled water only, got it! Thanks 😊🇦🇺
I sometimes feel like an idiot searching for things like this, but I figured there had to be a better way to clean besides old fashioned glass cleaner and paper towels. Glad I looked it up and glad this video exists. I use microfiber on my cars, and that seemed like common sense for a OLED TV. The cleaning solution is brilliant. Simple distilled water. I guess I was thinking there would be a product. I want my TV to last a while. For the record though, there was a time when glass cleaner and paper towels were fine. I feel kind of old now.
I can relate. I miss the days when it was fine to use glass cleaner and paper towels. Today's TVs are much better of course, but they're a pain in the butt to keep clean. I can't seem to keep my screen streak free to save my life. Even when using a microfiber cloth, I still have streaks when viewed from certain angles. It's nothing like the perfectly clean and streak free screen I used to get with just windex and a paper towel back in the day.
The hard stuff to remove in my case happens to be dog drool. I had two large Alaskan Malamutes who loved to get a drink of water, the walk directly between me and my TV and do a complete shake; head to foot; thus spraying the TV (and sometime me) with flecks of dog drool. I have used Monster electronic screen cleaner and micro fiber cloths and distilled water. I do have a small bottle of distilled water and a absolute pure soap but it never cleaned those doggie drool spots as good as the Monster cleaner. Possibly, I will try dish detergent.
Nothing like being unsure how to clean a particular surface. Maybe check the manual that came with the device. This is what people with 35 iq scores tell me they do.
I imagine Ph neutral soap too would be the best. You should also do a video on how to clean microfiber cloths. Literally last week my mother was asking me if it was okay to clean TV and laptop screens with Windex because she saw some lady she watches on RU-vid doing it and I was like no and never touch them, just call me and I will clean them for you. LOL
Thx, I pray God I didn't damage my tv already. But from now on I know what to use. Glad I still buy distilled water for my car glass after two years since I bought my wheel! xD
Distilled is best for drinking if you live in the city. Fluoridated water isn't good for you at all plus distilled water carrie's heavy metals (toxic) out of your body.
I have been dusting our LG OLED with a swiffer for years. Now when the sun hits it there are vertical lines and streaks. Will this technique still work?
I use my own recipe. A microfiber cloth and twice filtered dog urine. It gets all the smudges out and can also be used as an air freshener. I use it on all my electronics and kitchen surfaces for a streak free shine.
@@bethanyanderson1745 I use water and microfiber cloth. If u got grease of some sort that doesnt get remove by water u can add a drop of dish washing soap in the water and clean that area.
I'm glad you mention turning off and unplugging the TV (or monitor) before cleaning. Samsung also recommends letting it cool down if it's been on for awhile.
I noticed a insect walking on my tv screen while I was watching, so I decided to try an wipe it off. When my hand didn't get it off, I realized it was walking around INSIDE of the screen. I was like wtf, and I thought I was gonna have to take apart the wiole monitor. Thankfully after I carried it downstaurs to do that, it seemed to just disappear. I hope I wasn't hallucinating 😂
Thank you SO much for this video. My Sony Oled had big greasy smudges all over the screen, and by using a commercial product I have cleaned and cleaned to absolutely no avail. All it did is push the grease to new areas leaving it just as unsightly. Your tip of the drop of dishwashing liquid in the bottle of distilled water has made my day. My TV is shiny and clean again. I'm serious. You have helped me with a problem that I believed I would have to live witv. Thank you so much.
Always use the air compressor BEFORE using a microfiber. This will remove a bit and will help limit the chances of scratching. Highly recommend investing in an XPower X2 instead of the canned air. For stubborn caked on gunk, I find that distilled water mixed with distilled white vinegar (roughly 6:1 mix) works better than dish soap or isopropyl alcohol
I had customers last weekend looking for a new TV after their toddler had broken two of their sets. One was a 75” panel. The second was a 55” gift from grandma; one of her old TVs she had relegated to a guest room.
Thanks for the vid been looking for the correct way to clean tv screens for years as no company really tells you and I have two bull mastiffs that slobber all over my LG CX.
Some nasty people encourage nasty behaviours and target-destroy reasonable people. Then they expect their maids to clean high-tech and high-end. The end result is, the employer don't know but use phrases like - i expect this and i expect that (without providing training or tools or solvents) and the maid will do the expected nasty behaviour. It gets really funny with large screens and high-end(thinner). There are many types of damages to panels, including pressure damage. When even a 24-inch cannot withstand much finger pressure, it gets hilarious at 80+ inches. The type of behaviours encouraged by society is Kamma in itself.
This must be the worst advice ever. I've watched it worrying that I could damage my new monitor. And what was a simple job of removing a 4mm fingerprint ended up as a comedic sketch of the screen getting more and more f-up. In the end I used toilet paper with tap water as usual and all the smudges left by the cotton cloth went away. The advice also doesn't makes any sense when you think of it... "Don't use tap water" - the cloth is cleaned in tap water and will have "minerals". "Don't use toilet paper, the fibers will scratch the monitor" - so... an enterely clean soft paper will scratch more than dust/cat hair/etc that can accumulate on the cloth while stored? I have no idea what was on the cloth to make the monitor dirtier as it was clean, but I'm never using it again. 3+ years of soft clean toilet paper humid with tap water and no scratches.
That's a type of microfiber cloth, so it should be absolutely fine, yeah. Problem is that they don't really seem to absorb any water, so it's probably not great for more greasy stains.
Yeah, I did terrible things when I was younger. I ruined a great LCD TV by spraying window cleaning stuff directly on the screen and cleaning after. The TV was left super clean, but, in time, it started failing because of the product getting inside the panel by the thin spaces around the screen. Also, be careful of not getting drops of water into these spaces. For instance, 3:19 makes me a little nervous. But yeah, microfiber towels are the way to go. Sometimes, even a clean, dry microfiber towel will be enough to get rid of stuff.
After a few months I just use my glasses cloth to get rid of the dust. For a 65 inch, it takes a little while, but it's always worked for me. Glad to know I've been doing it right because I had no idea what I was doing.
