01/04/2020
đșCLEANING YOUR TVđș
Like other electronic items, televisions can attract dust and get marred by blemishes, such as childrenâs fingerprints. Fortunately, cleaning your flat-screen TV is a straightforward process that doesnât require any pricey special chemicals.
Turn off the TVâor even unplug itâprior to cleaning. In addition to it being safer for the set, itâs usually easier to see dirt or finger smudges when the screen is dark and it gives the TV a chance to cool down.
đșStart With a Dry, Soft Cloth
Screens can scratch easily, and even paper towels or tissues contain fibers that can do damage. Your best bet is to use a soft, anti-static microfiber clothâthe kind used to clean eyeglasses and camera lensesâand wipe in a circular motion.
đșAvoid Harmful Chemicals
Alcohol and ammonia, found in window cleaners such as Windex, can wreak havoc on your expensive flat-screen TV, so donât use cleaners that have them.
Don't Forget the Remote Control
Remote controls can not only get dusty but also harbor a fair number of germs. (Think of how many fingers have pressed the buttons on that remote recently and whether all of them have been squeaky clean. We wonât even get into the issue of coughs and sneezes.)
đșTo be safe, itâs probably best to remove the batteries from the remote before you start cleaning. Then start by turning the remote upside down so that the buttons are facing downward, and tap the remote against your palm to dislodge any debris that might have fallen between the keys or buttons. Wipe down the entire remote with a soft cloth that has been sprayed with a tiny bit of alcohol diluted with water. Again, the cloth should be damp, not wet.