How do I Clean an LCD Screen?

No matter where LCD screens are kept, they will always need cleaning from time to time. Cleaning an LCD may seem like a daunting task, but there are a few simple ways to clean it without damaging to scratching to surface.

Retail

There are many cleaning solutions available in shops. However these may seem a bit expensive and are sometimes quite unnecessary. PixelClean is one of the better and less expensive brands. It is highly recommended. Most products will come with instructions on how to use them.

Alcohol Solution

It is recommended to use a simple alcohol solution to clean an LCD screen. This solution is made up of 1 part distilled water and 1 part 50% isopropyl alcohol. Be warned that isopropyl alcohol is flammable.

50% isopropyl alcohol is very common. If you find 70%, 91%, or 99% isopropyl alcohol, adjust the formula to use less alcohol and more distilled water.

By mixing these two in a bottle, you will produce a model cleaning solution. Remember not to use tap water -- only use distilled water.

Do NOT use tissues/Kleenex to wipe your screen. That is as ineffective, because they will leave little tissue partiels all over your screen . Try and find some microfibre cloth to clean your screen. Cloths that come along with prescribed glasses are usually good.

You may want to clean the rest of the actual screen before moving onto the LCD part. First dampen the cloth with the solution. You should never spray any sort of liquid directly onto the screen. Wipe the screen gently from top to bottom and wait for it to dry.

Be careful not to let the cleaning solution leak into the sides of the monitor. Also, be certain that you do not press hard on the LCD screen. You can permanently damage an LCD screen by pressing on it too hard.

Dust

If there is just dust on your screen, there is no need to fully clean it. To remove dust all that must be done is to wipe it away with a microfiber cloth. Simply wipe your screen from end to end gently with the cloth.