Clean LCD screen?

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I read a guide online and they reccomended a 50/50 mix of Distilled water, 70% Isopropyl alcohol, and a microfiber cloth.

But the problem is, I don't have any of those things. Closest things I do have is 91% Isopropyl and tap water.

Can't I just dilute it more w/ more water?
 
Distilled water can be found in any grocery store for cheap. It's probably in the bottled water isle. The same grocery store might have microfiber cloths somewhere, just ask a clerk. Failing that, go to a local eyeglasses store - finishes on eyeglasses can be at least as fragile as those on LCD screens, and they will definitely have microfiber cloths and appropriate cleaners.

The ONLY guaranteed safe liquid is distilled water. Just use it straight with a microfiber cloth. Some of the more fragile finishes (glossy is more fragile than matte/anti-glare) can be damaged by alcohol cleaners if used in excess, so use alcohol mixes only when straight distilled water won't do.

Using tap water can eventually leave deposits on the screen, particularly if it's especially hard, soft or rusty. It's better to use the distilled water.

Never, never EVER use Windex or other ammonia-based window cleaners on LCD screens. You might as well use sandpaper. They WILL screw up your finish. LCD screens are not made of glass.

There are various monitor cleaners with mysterious secret ingredients which may or may not include silicone. There's no need to get these.
 
Don't clean if you don't have to. Don't use liquid if you don't have to. Just get a swiffer duster and lightly dust it. For actual dirt and finger prints, microfiber or a very soft towel. Less is more. No windex or household cleaners. I wouldn't use alcohol. Distilled water, maybe filtered water. If you use liquid, I think it is better to dab a little and then use a dry towel to lightly rub it, but do it fast and over a wide surface area so it evaporates fast. Don't over do it. The idea is just to spot clean.
 
Stoner's Invisible Glass - in the automotive aisle.

It's safe for tint, which is sometimes more fragile than most screens. So it stands to reason that it is safe for laptop screens.

Wipe with a microfiber cloth, then dry with same cloth.
 
For dust, i just use a microfiber cloth. Actually, for fingerprints i have a different microfiber cloth and i dont even use water. I just slowly, lightly, rub it away. I dont think i've ever used water of any kinds on this screen
 
My local walmart had some LCD "wipes"...i found them by the furniture of all places...anyway they seem to work great, and they were only a few bucks and you got 24 of them.

Ahh I just found the container, they are made by chesterfield..they seem to work great for my three monitors!
 
illuminate said:
For dust, i just use a microfiber cloth. Actually, for fingerprints i have a different microfiber cloth and i dont even use water. I just slowly, lightly, rub it away. I dont think i've ever used water of any kinds on this screen
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Sometimes I will accidentally spit or something (and if they are still wet I can manage to wipe them off successfully), but I have a couple specs on my screen.

The tap water in our place is pretty normal, I think I will just dab some of it on the end of a paper towel and take off the spots.

EDIT: Worked like a charm. Spots are gone.
 
Tap water from any first world country and a soft cloth should work fine.
 
70% Distilled water and 30% alchohal seems to work best for me.Use either a eye glass cleaning cloth or a cotton t-shirt.
 
Should not use tap water as it has minerals.

Should not use an LCD wipe, if it is made of paper, which scratches...
 
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