How to clean a TV screen the right way | Avoid damage to your 4K flat screen!
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- Believe it or not, there is a right way and a wrong way to clean a TV screen. Avoid doing damage to your flat screen TV by following some simple steps using simple products. This is how to clean a TV screen the right way.
You don't need special electronics cleaner to clean a tv screen. In fact all you may need is a microfiber cloth to remove dust. If there are any smudges on your 4K TV, applying a small bit of distilled water to the cloth can clean a screen. For heavier cleaning, try a tiny drop of dish soap in water. This video will show you proper technique for how to clean a tv screen, computer screen, or any other monitor. Whether it's a brand new OLED, or a LCD TV from 2010, these screen cleaning tips are sure to work.
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0:00 - Intro
0:46 - What Not to Use!
1:34 - What Can You Use to Clean a TV?
2:01 - Dry Cleaning a TV
2:35 - Cleaning Hand Prints & Smudges
3:20 - Still Not Clean? Try This Trick!
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Did you know Windex was a no-go? Now you know. Thanks for watching everyone!
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!
This was a much needed video. Thank you
If i had 100$ everytime i caught a buddy doing that 😂 ...
@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.
Hey man! Thank you so much! I didn’t realize that 😬 I’ve got some cleaning to do now.
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.
It's pretty much the same with every product on Amazon lol
Can't go wrong with 50/50 mix of distilled water and white vinegar. "Special cleaning fluids" are chemical cons.
Pareto principle
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.
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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?
@@Subhasis44597 hand sanitizer is full of alcohol! I would never use hand sanitizer on any device other than like my phone!
I made a video about how to do something. I started it by telling you the exact opposite. Some call this........perfect!!
Video production teacher..😆
FRAGILE!
Must be Italian..
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 😊🇦🇺
Damn I’ve been using sand paper and spit for years, wondered why my picture looked a bit off.
lol same here. Especially when I'm watching that John Wayne western classic "True Grit"
Doing the same. Those pesky reflections finally found their match!
Noooooo don't do that!!! The best solution is 50% bleach 40 % water and 10% paint thinner
😅😅😅
@@veganeatstreats25 paint thinner? The colours will definitely look washed out then...
2 months later, still helping a slow joe like myself clean my tv the proper way… big thanks my guy
👍🏽👍🏽
"My guy"?? You & him an item??
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 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!
Do it! Do it 91 times!!!
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
What about booger-type screen filth.
Just mist spray with water to loosen filth then clean gently with microfiber?
Thanks for the video, Caleb. It will help a lot of people know about how to clean their LCD or LED panels without actually damaging them..
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.
Just wash it by hand
@@szewai395 That is an option.
Those products also fill up the tiny crevices that make micro fibers so good at holding onto dust
Instead of softener, use cleaning vinegar, that also remove softener that some fabric cleaning products have.
@@diegojeje3420 just not in the liquid dispenser. Wool balls n balled up aluminum foil work.
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!!!!
Thanks dude. I haven’t cleaned my TV in 3 years because I was afraid to scratch screen. Gotta love TH-cam. ❤️
Right on time!! Literally searched for this and it came out the moment I was cleaning my tv for the first time!
Really helpful, you are one-man army when it comes to TVs
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 👍
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.
Caleb, you're the best neighbor I've never had! Thank you for the tips.
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.
Worked, thank you
Wow it actually worked, thanks.
@@williamknows3908 No problem, sir.
I will definitely try it! thanks bro 👍 ..
I have watched a few of these from other channels, always seeming to try and sell some " perfect " product or whatever. so glad you just pointed out the basics of what you need. you sir earned a sub from me
I love how simple this was.
Caleb, you absolute hero. Ive been so unsure about this and NO ONE gives easy instructions. Thank you!
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.
Great video! Saved my tv screen when I thought the cleaning ladies messed it up with a swiffer mop. Left a horrible film. This technique with the drop of soap and spray did the trick!
Been doing this for years. Works great!!
This was by far the best video I have viewed for cleaning a 4K TV. It is a must watch.
Great advice, and very clearly presented. Thank you.
Your video was very to the point and that's what gave me the confidence to actually use the spray and apply on the screen. Other videos explain too much which made me think like it was a very difficult task. Thanks btw. 🙏
Thanks for this Caleb. I recently bought a new Sony A 90 K on Cyber Monday so I wanted to see the best options for cleaning the screen. Very helpful. Have a great 2023 !
😅😅 Never knew I will need this kind of tutorial...I've been wiping my TV wrong my whole life...😅
Turn off the tv, turn on a bright light pointed at the screen, now all those spots will stand out to your eyes and you can clean it more effectively.
Or use daylight on a sunny day the same way
I have OCD and literally will still find spots even after doing this lol
Flashlight 😁 had no idea how dirty it was lol
Me: Surely my tv doesn’t have that many spots…
Also Me:
(Turns on phone flashlight, begins to sweat profusely..)
R Sa a
Can't believe how well this worked! Thank you so much 😊🇬🇧
Thats how you do an awesome video: direct to the point, a well-prepared presenter and an example of how to do it.
Thank you!
I was JUST looking for this earlier today. Caleb you're a hero.
Simple yet informative. Thank you !
You're right! I've been doing it wrong. Thanks so much for this informative video. God bless you! Tchau.
Been useing windex on my flat screen for years now . No problem at all . New as the day i bought it .
Thank you for this video I really didn’t know how to clean it properly until now 👍
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.
Thank you so much for this video. I was freaking out because I made my TV in my rental unit worse with all the streaks but then I came across this video and it completed fixed the problem. It helped me was I needed to dry twice a lot of times
Brilliant! Thank you. Everyone else is pushing their elixirs that simply ADD foreign substances to the screen and the magic is in Distilled Water. Also works on mirrors, glass cooktops & black appliances.
Thank you for this!
I didn't know about the distilled water though....
Great work!
Keep it up!
This is a great video, you should use this same care when cleaning the touch screen in your car, phone, or other electronic devices.
Wow! Thank you! I have 4 big screens to clean. This was extremely informative.
I just cleaned my tv after watching your video. OMG! it really works. Thanks.
Caleb. If you haven’t heard. We appreciate you!
Thanks
@@calebwortley2579 not u caleb wortley.. lol
Awesome tips there. I allways use special liquid if I need. But thats very rare as it's just dust on mines. Microfiber cloth is an absolute must have 👍🏻
Such a helpful video!! Thank you, Caleb!
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.
Thanks for the insight 👍
I learnt this the hard way used dry micro fibre cloth on OLED TV now has scratches, oh well live and learn
What about a swiffer duster?
@@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.
I've been holding off to clean my 4K TV cuz I'm too scared to mess it up! lol thanks
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.
Don't worry. Its 8k tv now. I have 4k latest. 12 bit and watching this
@@billyz5088 where would I find a soap that can be diluted and used as a cleaner for the TV
This is a damn fine video and now I've a fair idea how to clean my tv. Thanks Caleb! You sir. Are a blessing. 🙏
Very to the point. Thank you for not wasting my time.
I'm glad I came across your video. The distilled water worked perfectly and removed the fingerprints
This is really helpful. I was recently wondering about this.
Thank you! My CRTs AND LCDs are looking beautiful! I can go back to enjoying a flawless GameCube Game again!
Thank you for this information. Works for all screens in my opinion.
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!
its crazy cause i was waiting for a good comprehensive tv screen cleaning video to come out. perfect timing
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
I also never clean a recently used screen. Give it an hour to cool off ,before cleaning. Always using a light touch
@@nikchris69 It will run away otherwise.
@@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.
Cool. Thanks for this. Now I know how to clean my TV the RIGHT way.
NFW I can’t believe this. Finally someone who can save us money. Thanks for the free info
Thank you. Great advise. I'm forever having to clean my 65" curve screen situated at the bottom of my bed because of 2 kittens we recently adopted, and because I use my TV as my computer screen too, when they see the mouse moving, they must get that pesky moving object before it escapes them lol 😂
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!
Great advice
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?
@@Subhasis44597 no, hand sanitizer has alcohol which can damage the protective layer
I had not thought about the problems with paper towels so thanks for that............ Your comments reminded me of something I was told many years ago about never ever using a brush or broom to clean solar panels as it scratched the surface of the panel, and that just hosing them to remove dust was the best method.
7 year old Sony 65" XBR and never had to clean the screen of smudges until recently. I should have seen this before now. But going forward, know the proper way to go. I thank you Sir.
Excellent video Caleb! Especially for those that unbox and move multiple tv's around.
Appreciate those tips.
I’m sure the planet must be very grateful to you!
Thanks! That was simple, easy and it worked well ❤
Precisely what I do for the most part. Also to start with I use vaccum blower to blow off dusts.
Vacuum blower?
Great video! I was wondering when they was gonna do this.
It is amazing just with water and microfibre cloth. Thanks for the tips !!!
I was just wondering how to do this and you appeared! Thanks.
Thanx Caleb, the video was excellent!!
This was so helpful! Thank you 🌼
Thanks for your help saved me many dollars
I have always wanted to know this I thought just Windex worked but nooooo.....so thank you so much!!! You rock!
Caleb, you seem like the kind of guy I would be friends with if we lived near by. Keep up the good work on the channel!
I needed this! Thank you, Caleb.
Wow thanks for the advice,,I had a micro fiber cloth add a little water and it's the cleanest it's been in years and no streaks!!🎉🎉🎉thank you!!!
I love this channel....Caleb does a great job with electronic overviews and recommendations....
I'm here thinking "He's not even cleaning it" until I realise my phone screen is filthy... 😂 😂
With me it was my glasses 🤓
@@moretimeneeded56 lol...with me it's both!
This is a very much needed video for those who aren’t aware of what to use to clean your TV screen with. Especially for those who hate scratches…
Just use a microfiber and a small amount of water
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?
@@Subhasis44597 lmao im not sure if this is a legit question or not bit no do not do that lol
Thank you for this,very helpful
I am watching this today after cleaning my screen with pure alcohol last night , Doh ! At least I used microfibre cloth though. Thank you very much for this, it all makes sense.
Windex electric wipes and a microfiber cleaning cloth works perfect for mine.
Seems that my 3yo grandson still isn't convinced that my 85" Samsung isn't a touchscreen. 😏
My niece isn't convinced either...
Lmfao 🤣🤣🤣
my nephew and his mam and dad are not convinced either, they just laugh as he slaps the shit out of mine.
How much you pay for that?
My granddaughter thinks the tv is a large coloring book😳🤣🥰!
You totally saved my tv screen and my relationship with my fiancée 😂 Now, we are all happy. Thank you 🙏❤️
Thank you very much from South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦💕
I had cat snezze on mine lol thanks for the info
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.
Great video and great advice. Thank you. 😊👍
Nice video explained in a simple way. Good work.
I found that distilled water (LG's suggestion) works for most ordinary dirt and smudges. The big discovery, clean it firstly in the usual way and I get areas and streaks that do not come off. In that case, use the lightly dampened cloth to wet the areas or even whole screen, let it dry a few minutes, then wipe off dry with a microfiber cloth. Some smudges take a little light buffing then they lift off. Don't wait too long to dry but only until a soft dry. Some practice and you should get it. A "60 watt" daylight led lamp shining across the the screen, not head on, helps the spot the areas before I get cozy and awww see it in the picture.
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.
Did you put water?
@@adamvlogph3121 I didn’t. Just dry.
I had a film of "stuff" on my screen from previous attempts using various products. It took some elbow grease and multiple passes, but demineralized water and a couple of microfiber cloths did the trick! Thanks!
Big help. Thanks
Recently just got my 4k tv and this helps a lot!😁
The longer this video was going the more and more I could relate. Its like he made this video just for me!
Thank you so much for the tips on cleaning the TV screen that was very helpful
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.
I thought I had problems with 2 year old putting his grubby hands on it! Ha.