Thread: Cleaning LCD tv with microfiber cloth?
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Old 23-09-2010, 09:21   #13
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Re: Cleaning LCD tv with microfiber cloth?
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Originally Posted by idi banashapan View Post
I know how to install and operate a tele, but manufacturers will usually include a 'how to care for your product' section, which is the bit I take interest in. after spending a grand on a tv, the least I can do is be bothered to read how to clean it properly without potentially causing damage or corrosion.

each to their own I suppose. i suppose it depends a lot on the quality of the tv. some use more sensitive membranes than others perhaps...?

a quick google will repeatedly return the same results about how to clean them if they are not glass fronted and I would bet few if any of them would advise using tap water over distilled if water is involved at all. it takes 2 seconds to search and 2 minutes to read. surely people are not that lazy? then again, if they don't bother to read the manual and instead use a paper towel and Mr. Muscle (both of which are definite no-nos for membrane screens)....

just in case... Linky
I would say Its not down to being lazy just me being impatient and blissfully unaware of the issue, when setting up a new TV I just blitz through the process then enjoy as do many I suspect, maybe like you say higher end tv's may be less susceptible to membrane damage, but in all my years of owning LCD TV's I've never heard nor come across anyone who has damaged theirs due to incorrect cleaning.

However now armed with my new found knowledge I will certainly look out for a more appropriate screen cleaner and birch myself for not bothering to read through the pages of dross that usually accompany any new electrical appliance these days.

I would be genuinely interested to know if anyone reading this thread has ever experienced a problem with their screen discolouring after incorrect cleaning.
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