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Posted: 10/3/2005 11:25:07 AM EDT

My LCD monitor has nice little kid finger prints all over it and since this is the first LCD screen I've had I was wondering what is the best solution to use so as not to damage the screen.

Posted: 10/3/2005 11:26:14 AM EDT

[#1]

I usually use diluted windex, with a soft cotton cloth.

Dont use papertowels, I have seen some scratch LCD's before.

Posted: 10/3/2005 11:27:01 AM EDT

[#2]

Personally I buy LCD cleaner wipes from CompUSA.

Posted: 10/3/2005 11:30:06 AM EDT

[#3]

I've been using Endust for Electronics cleaning wipes.

Posted: 10/3/2005 12:03:53 PM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
I usually use diluted windex, with a soft cotton cloth.

Dont use papertowels, I have seen some scratch LCD's before.

Windex can damage some of the screens. A better choice is plain water with a soft cotton cloth.

Posted: 10/3/2005 12:05:13 PM EDT

[#5]

I've never needed anything more that plain water. But then my screen doesn't get all that dirty.

Posted: 10/3/2005 12:09:46 PM EDT

[#6]

Mild soap and water with a soft cloth. Some screens have an anti-glare film on them that can be damaged.....permanently!!!!

Posted: 10/3/2005 12:11:07 PM EDT

[#7]

A soft cloth dampened by plain ole' water.

Posted: 10/3/2005 6:49:24 PM EDT

[#8]

I tried plain old water and it worked ok except for the kiddie fingerprints.

Posted: 10/3/2005 6:50:34 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I usually use diluted windex, with a soft cotton cloth.

Dont use papertowels, I have seen some scratch LCD's before.

Windex can damage some of the screens. A better choice is plain water with a soft cotton cloth.

I dont care, I can afford a new one if need be.

Posted: 10/3/2005 6:54:48 PM EDT

[#10]

Use something specifically for LCD screens. Windex can and will damage many screens. Many LCD screens have a thin plastic coating, and Windex or other ammonia based cleaners can melt this, causing blurriness.

If you can't find something specifically for an LCD, use a soft cotton cloth and a little water and gently rub the marks out.

Posted: 10/3/2005 6:56:32 PM EDT

[#11]

Tampon, definitely a Tampon

Posted: 10/3/2005 6:57:36 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I usually use diluted windex, with a soft cotton cloth.

Dont use papertowels, I have seen some scratch LCD's before.

Windex can damage some of the screens. A better choice is plain water with a soft cotton cloth.

Bingo

HH

Posted: 10/3/2005 7:02:16 PM EDT

[#13]

there was a product marketed by Apple called Iclear or IKlear not sure of the spelling but it is specifically sold as a product that will not damage the non glare coating on many LCD screens

actually they had two products Icleaner and Iclear

not sure if it is still sold though

Posted: 10/3/2005 7:18:10 PM EDT

[#14]

I use a wet cloth with a little bit of dish soap. Rub it around, then wipe it off several times with a plain wet cloth, then dry it.

Posted: 10/3/2005 7:20:40 PM EDT

[#15]

... I will not tolerate fingers on my monitors at home, work or school - I despise that!

Posted: 10/3/2005 7:40:28 PM EDT

[#16]

Once you get it clean, hang some kind of shield on it. Kids & sensitive things don't mix well. Wire ties should help that!!

Posted: 10/3/2005 7:52:43 PM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
Once you get it clean, hang some kind of shield on it. Kids & sensitive things don't mix well. Wire ties should help that!!

Salad bar sneeze guard?

Posted: 10/3/2005 8:07:06 PM EDT

[#18]

The iKlear stuff works well, and comes with a wipey cloth that won't damage the screen.

www.klearscreen.com/

That said, LCD monitors are very fragile and easily knocked over, and as such are not a good idea for a computer that will be used by kids. A CRT is a much better choice for this application.

Posted: 10/3/2005 8:15:46 PM EDT

[#19]

Try the new OCD Super Pot Scrubber from 3M:

Posted: 10/3/2005 8:17:53 PM EDT

[#20]

Beer works poorly... So does Rum... And Jack...

My monitor said to use a soft cloth and water.

Posted: 10/3/2005 8:19:16 PM EDT

[#21]

I use Pledge Multi-Surface wipes. Good for glass, wood, metal, and electronics.

Posted: 10/3/2005 8:50:27 PM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:
My LCD monitor has nice little kid finger prints all over it and since this is the first LCD screen I've had I was wondering what is the best solution to use so as not to damage the screen.

Since I started using the Taser all I have are smears instead of prints.

Maybe I should up the voltage to knock them clear.

Posted: 10/4/2005 10:03:26 AM EDT

[#23]

I use LC Complete Care. It's actually for cleaning plastic eyeglass lenses, but it works great for the monitor. You can get it at your local Lenscrafters for about $6.00 for a 6 ounce bottle.

AB

Posted: 10/4/2005 10:08:28 AM EDT

[#24]

Alcohol wipes that you find in 1st aid cabinets work for cleaning screens/lcd displays.

Posted: 10/4/2005 10:09:12 AM EDT

[#25]

Damn cloth, don't push too hard, the prints will go away from back-forth movement.

Posted: 10/4/2005 10:36:45 AM EDT

[#26]

http://www.monstercable.com/productPage.asp?pin=1562

DO NOT USE WINDEX OR MULTISURFACE PRODUCTS OR PAPERTOWELS

THIS STUFF CAN BE FOUND AT SEARS.TWEETER AFIILIATES,MAYBE BEST BUY TYPE STORES ALSO.

IT'S WORTH THE PRICE

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