Best cloth to clean HDTV screen?
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Best cloth to clean HDTV screen?
Did a search, couldn't find anything.
I have been using a cloth diaper, works pretty good but still leaves some dust. Any better recommendations?
TIA.
I have been using a cloth diaper, works pretty good but still leaves some dust. Any better recommendations?
TIA.
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I bought a 3M MicroFiber cloth at BB for about $7. Seems to do the trick real nicely! It can be washed and reused. I even used it when I took apart my HDTV and cleaned the lenses, mirror, screens, etc.
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i know everyone freaks out when the brand monster is mentioned, but whatever, get over it...
monster makes some great screen cleaner and rag. its a gel so it doesnt streak or drip even... it just stays right where you spray it. its alcohol and ammonia free so it doesnt take away the anti-glare coating on sets. its nice stuff, especially because it doesnt streak. comes with a nice soft rag that wont scratch, and its like $20.
monster makes some great screen cleaner and rag. its a gel so it doesnt streak or drip even... it just stays right where you spray it. its alcohol and ammonia free so it doesnt take away the anti-glare coating on sets. its nice stuff, especially because it doesnt streak. comes with a nice soft rag that wont scratch, and its like $20.
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I use KimWipes EX-L and distilled water. Here's a place that sells by the box. Bunch of other stuff there too (not affiliated!)
http://store.yahoo.com/cinemasupplies/lentiscleanf.html
http://store.yahoo.com/cinemasupplies/lentiscleanf.html
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thanks for all the suggestions, I will definitely try one out.
I have a microfiber wipe/rag/whatever for my sunglasses that works marvelously(on the glasses). No cleaner necessary. Too bad it is only maybe 4"x4".
Keep em coming.
I have a microfiber wipe/rag/whatever for my sunglasses that works marvelously(on the glasses). No cleaner necessary. Too bad it is only maybe 4"x4".
Keep em coming.
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I use an ammonia free glass cleaner called Sprayway after reading numerous recommendations on another board.
I picked up a 4-pack at Costco for like $7, but the last couple trips, I haven't seen it there. I also saw it once at another store for $6 for one can.
If you're spraying cleaner or water, spray it directly on the rag to prevent it from running down, and getting under the screen.
I picked up a 4-pack at Costco for like $7, but the last couple trips, I haven't seen it there. I also saw it once at another store for $6 for one can.
If you're spraying cleaner or water, spray it directly on the rag to prevent it from running down, and getting under the screen.
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Originally posted by shelland
I use an ammonia free glass cleaner called Sprayway after reading numerous recommendations on another board.
I picked up a 4-pack at Costco for like $7, but the last couple trips, I haven't seen it there. I also saw it once at another store for $6 for one can.
If you're spraying cleaner or water, spray it directly on the rag to prevent it from running down, and getting under the screen.
I use an ammonia free glass cleaner called Sprayway after reading numerous recommendations on another board.
I picked up a 4-pack at Costco for like $7, but the last couple trips, I haven't seen it there. I also saw it once at another store for $6 for one can.
If you're spraying cleaner or water, spray it directly on the rag to prevent it from running down, and getting under the screen.
It sprays on in a foamy texture so it doesn't run at all. I use a terrycloth or other soft cloths to wipe with.
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I use a dry microfiber cloth.
I made the mistake of using Swiffers before, and quickly realized that they leave a (surprising) oily residue on the screen.
I made the mistake of using Swiffers before, and quickly realized that they leave a (surprising) oily residue on the screen.
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I ended up buying the Monster Set mentioned here. With the cloth and gel cleaner. Used it the day I bought it and didn't have to re-apply or wipe the screen at all for over 5 weeks! And I have a dog that sleeps in the tv room, so there is dog hair in there all the time. Not a spec of dust or dog hair for 5+ weeks. :eek
I am amazed at this product. I highly recommend it even though I don't endorse the $20 price tag.
I am amazed at this product. I highly recommend it even though I don't endorse the $20 price tag.
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Do u use these on the Anti-Reflectio/Protection sheild on the outside. I just got a RPTV (57" Tosh) and was going to pick something up that can do this well...
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I like the swiffer duster for all my tv's computer's and electronics really pulls in the dust!
Swiffer Duster
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Originally posted by REL77
Do u use these on the Anti-Reflectio/Protection sheild on the outside. I just got a RPTV (57" Tosh) and was going to pick something up that can do this well...
Do u use these on the Anti-Reflectio/Protection sheild on the outside. I just got a RPTV (57" Tosh) and was going to pick something up that can do this well...
57" Sony HDTV