cleaning LCD monitor

I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
that won't damage it?

Thanks much!

Jo-Anne

Paul
Sat May 31 20:54:22 PDT 2008

Jo-Anne Naples wrote:
> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> that won't damage it?
>
> Thanks much!
>
> Jo-Anne
>

This web page isn't formatted the best, but I do get a chuckle out of
it. The author of the webpage, contacted a number of manufacturers,
to get their recommendations for cleaning methods. (The original site
is gone, so I have to use the archive again.) You'll notice not a lot
of thinking went into some of the answers.

http://web.archive.org/web/20030808170524/http://www.carlwebster.com/LCDCleaning.htm

To some extent, you can judge how safe they are to clean, by the outer
finish. For example, my current LCD screen has a hard glass cover over
it. That means I get to use Windex if I want. (And actually, the reason
I bought a screen with a glass cover, was so I could clean it.) If the
screen is soft and squashy, or has ripples in it, it may not like
liquids at all. At least, try applying liquid to the cleaning cloth,
and not directly to the screen. One of the ones I messed up (an LCD),
the liquid left splotchy stains all over the place.

And yes, I've ruined several displays in my lifetime, by cleaning
them... On one CRT, I damaged the AR coating, and ended up cleaning
all the AR off the tube, to "cover my tracks" :-)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antireflective

Have fun,
Paul

PaulM
Sat May 31 20:52:38 PDT 2008

Go to any computer store, like Staples, Circuit City, Best Buy and ask.

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"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> that won't damage it?
>
> Thanks much!
>
> Jo-Anne
>

Brian
Sat May 31 20:54:19 PDT 2008

"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD monitors
> that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old and really
> needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use that won't
> damage it?
>
> Thanks much!
>
> Jo-Anne
>

You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will damage
the coating on LCD screens.

This is what I use:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner

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Jo-Anne
Sat May 31 21:20:42 PDT 2008

Thank you, Brian!

Jo-Anne

"Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>> use that won't damage it?
>>
>> Thanks much!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>
>
> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>
> This is what I use:
> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>
> --
>
>
> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
> Conflicts start where information lacks.
> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>
> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>
>

Jo-Anne
Sat May 31 21:21:41 PDT 2008

Thank you, Paul M.! The only problem is that the people in those places
don't always know--and some of the cleaners I've seen don't say what's in
them.

Jo-Anne

"PaulM" <paul@paulsxp.com> wrote in message
news:OgTC6r5wIHA.1236@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Go to any computer store, like Staples, Circuit City, Best Buy and ask.
>
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> www.paulsxp.com/forum
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>
> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>> use that won't damage it?
>>
>> Thanks much!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>

Jo-Anne
Sat May 31 21:25:59 PDT 2008

Not a lot of thinking, indeed. It's particularly interesting how many of
them disagree with one another. I believe that when I bought my monitor
(from Dell, with the computer), the instruction was to clean it only with a
soft cloth, with nothing on it. I noticed at least one of the companies in
the list was still saying that. I printed off Dell's notes from the site you
gave me.

Thanks again, Paul!

Jo-Anne

"Paul" <nospam@needed.com> wrote in message news:g1t6co$aj4$1@aioe.org...
> Jo-Anne Naples wrote:
>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>> use that won't damage it?
>>
>> Thanks much!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>
> This web page isn't formatted the best, but I do get a chuckle out of
> it. The author of the webpage, contacted a number of manufacturers,
> to get their recommendations for cleaning methods. (The original site
> is gone, so I have to use the archive again.) You'll notice not a lot
> of thinking went into some of the answers.
>
> http://web.archive.org/web/20030808170524/http://www.carlwebster.com/LCDCleaning.htm
>
> To some extent, you can judge how safe they are to clean, by the outer
> finish. For example, my current LCD screen has a hard glass cover over
> it. That means I get to use Windex if I want. (And actually, the reason
> I bought a screen with a glass cover, was so I could clean it.) If the
> screen is soft and squashy, or has ripples in it, it may not like
> liquids at all. At least, try applying liquid to the cleaning cloth,
> and not directly to the screen. One of the ones I messed up (an LCD),
> the liquid left splotchy stains all over the place.
>
> And yes, I've ruined several displays in my lifetime, by cleaning
> them... On one CRT, I damaged the AR coating, and ended up cleaning
> all the AR off the tube, to "cover my tracks" :-)
>
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antireflective
>
> Have fun,
> Paul

PaulM
Sat May 31 21:57:12 PDT 2008

Yeah, you are right. I forgot about them guys.


"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:O6go875wIHA.4912@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
> Thank you, Paul M.! The only problem is that the people in those places
> don't always know--and some of the cleaners I've seen don't say what's in
> them.
>
> Jo-Anne
>
> "PaulM" <paul@paulsxp.com> wrote in message
> news:OgTC6r5wIHA.1236@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>> Go to any computer store, like Staples, Circuit City, Best Buy and ask.
>>
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>> www.paulsxp.com
>> www.paulsxp.com/forum
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>>
>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can
>>> I use that won't damage it?
>>>
>>> Thanks much!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>
>

VanguardLH
Sat May 31 23:59:33 PDT 2008

"Jo-Anne Naples" wrote in <news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl>:

> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> that won't damage it?
>
> Thanks much!
>
> Jo-Anne

Non-alcohol lens cleaner (used for eyeglasses). You can usually buy a
2-bottle set or a large bottle at Walmart's Vision Center for around $5
to $10. If the bottle doesn't say "no alcohol formula" then don't get
it.

I don't use cleaner wipes since they feel too abrasive. The Vision
Center probably also has a soft spongy lintless cloth for cleaning
eyeglasses.

Brian
Sun Jun 01 01:17:21 PDT 2008

You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a microfiber
cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run or leave streaks
and it should last a few years give/take depending on how dirty the screen gets
between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now and it's not even a quarter
used.

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Conflicts start where information lacks.
http://basconotw.mvps.org/

Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375


"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
> Thank you, Brian!
>
> Jo-Anne
>
> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
>>> that won't damage it?
>>>
>>> Thanks much!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>>
>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>
>> This is what I use:
>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>
>> --
>>
>>
>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>
>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>
>>
>
>

Jo-Anne
Sun Jun 01 09:22:15 PDT 2008

Thank you!

Jo-Anne

"VanguardLH" <V@nguard.LH> wrote in message
news:HLKdnYq3YfxI1d_VnZ2dnUVZ_rrinZ2d@comcast.com...
> "Jo-Anne Naples" wrote in <news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl>:
>
>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>> use
>> that won't damage it?
>>
>> Thanks much!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>
> Non-alcohol lens cleaner (used for eyeglasses). You can usually buy a
> 2-bottle set or a large bottle at Walmart's Vision Center for around $5
> to $10. If the bottle doesn't say "no alcohol formula" then don't get
> it.
>
> I don't use cleaner wipes since they feel too abrasive. The Vision
> Center probably also has a soft spongy lintless cloth for cleaning
> eyeglasses.

Jo-Anne
Sun Jun 01 13:45:35 PDT 2008

Hi, again, Brian,

I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of
stock. I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem
almost the same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.

It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster
site says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods.
(At Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at
B0011DPDGG--a heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)

The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't
specifically say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it was
$14.61 for a 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended particularly
for TV screens, and I get the impression it should be used sparingly, since
the site says "our unique cleaning solution for removing _occasional_ heavy
smudges without harming your TV's sensitive coatings" (my emphasis).

Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting it!

Jo-Anne

"Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a
> microfiber cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run or
> leave streaks and it should last a few years give/take depending on how
> dirty the screen gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now
> and it's not even a quarter used.
>
> --
>
>
> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
> Conflicts start where information lacks.
> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>
> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>
>
> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>> Thank you, Brian!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>
>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What
>>>> can I use that won't damage it?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>
>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>
>>>
>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
>>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>
>>> This is what I use:
>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>
>>> --
>>>
>>>
>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>
>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>

Bill
Sun Jun 01 13:54:37 PDT 2008

Why can't you just use some dish soap and water, and thoroughly rinse it
when done (with a soft cloth)? Why the need for a special product?

Jo-Anne Naples wrote:
> Hi, again, Brian,
>
> I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of
> stock. I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem
> almost the same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.
>
> It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster
> site says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods.
> (At Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at
> B0011DPDGG--a heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)
>
> The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't
> specifically say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it
> was
> $14.61 for a 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended
> particularly
> for TV screens, and I get the impression it should be used sparingly,
> since
> the site says "our unique cleaning solution for removing _occasional_
> heavy
> smudges without harming your TV's sensitive coatings" (my emphasis).
>
> Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting it!
>
> Jo-Anne
>
> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
> news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a
>> microfiber cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run
>> or
>> leave streaks and it should last a few years give/take depending on how
>> dirty the screen gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now
>> and it's not even a quarter used.
>>
>> --
>>
>>
>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>
>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>
>>
>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>>> Thank you, Brian!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What
>>>>> can I use that won't damage it?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>
>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
>>>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>>
>>>> This is what I use:
>>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>
>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375

Jo-Anne
Sun Jun 01 14:45:42 PDT 2008

Apparently, not all screens tolerate soap and water; since I'm not sure if
mine does (Dell implies that water might be OK but doesn't mention soap),
I'm opting for what I hope is safer.

Jo-Anne

"Bill in Co." <not_really_here@earthlink.net> wrote in message
news:%231OT2mCxIHA.6096@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> Why can't you just use some dish soap and water, and thoroughly rinse it
> when done (with a soft cloth)? Why the need for a special product?
>
> Jo-Anne Naples wrote:
>> Hi, again, Brian,
>>
>> I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of
>> stock. I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem
>> almost the same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.
>>
>> It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster
>> site says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods.
>> (At Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at
>> B0011DPDGG--a heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)
>>
>> The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't
>> specifically say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it
>> was
>> $14.61 for a 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended
>> particularly
>> for TV screens, and I get the impression it should be used sparingly,
>> since
>> the site says "our unique cleaning solution for removing _occasional_
>> heavy
>> smudges without harming your TV's sensitive coatings" (my emphasis).
>>
>> Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting
>> it!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>
>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>> news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a
>>> microfiber cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run
>>> or
>>> leave streaks and it should last a few years give/take depending on how
>>> dirty the screen gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now
>>> and it's not even a quarter used.
>>>
>>> --
>>>
>>>
>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>
>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>
>>>
>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>>>> Thank you, Brian!
>>>>
>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>
>>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What
>>>>>> can I use that won't damage it?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they
>>>>> will
>>>>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>>>
>>>>> This is what I use:
>>>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>>
>>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>
>

beamish
Sun Jun 01 15:01:01 PDT 2008



"Jo-Anne Naples" wrote:

> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> that won't damage it?
>
> Thanks much!
>
> Jo-Anne
>
>
Hello,
Research "Klear Screen" http://www.klearscreen.com/
I use this on Crt, LCD and eyeglasses. Never had a problem.
Follow the directions, most important.
It comes in a kit or a refill unit. Refill unit is half the price of the kit.
I have the 8oz. refill unit, 2 years old and use on 3 computer screens (1
19" crt, 2 20" lcd's), 1 32" LCD HDTV and 2 pair of eye glasses, 4oz's remain.
take care.
beamish.

Gurney
Sun Jun 01 15:13:13 PDT 2008

On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
<naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:

>I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
>that won't damage it?
>
>Thanks much!
>
>Jo-Anne
>
Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.

Ask elsewhere.

Jo-Anne
Sun Jun 01 15:10:41 PDT 2008

Thank you, Beamish! I already ordered a different one, but I'm adding this
one to my bookmarks, just in case.

Jo-Anne

"beamish" <beamish@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:3B1FDA48-47F4-4FB0-8D3E-331F7EB9A634@microsoft.com...
>
>
> "Jo-Anne Naples" wrote:
>
>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>> use
>> that won't damage it?
>>
>> Thanks much!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>
>>
> Hello,
> Research "Klear Screen" http://www.klearscreen.com/
> I use this on Crt, LCD and eyeglasses. Never had a problem.
> Follow the directions, most important.
> It comes in a kit or a refill unit. Refill unit is half the price of the
> kit.
> I have the 8oz. refill unit, 2 years old and use on 3 computer screens (1
> 19" crt, 2 20" lcd's), 1 32" LCD HDTV and 2 pair of eye glasses, 4oz's
> remain.
> take care.
> beamish.
>
>
>
>
>

V
Sun Jun 01 15:56:13 PDT 2008


"Gurney" <none@nobody.net> wrote in message
news:fj7644hhvf23sdhd0svvdt4rd6nag809pc@4ax.com...
> On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
> <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:
>
> >I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> >monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> >and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> >that won't damage it?
> >
> >Thanks much!
> >
> >Jo-Anne
> >
> Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.
>
> Ask elsewhere.

You are truly a dumba$$.

She has gotten at least a half dozen replies to her
query and STILL you insist on spouting this dung.

Go elsewhere.


>

Big
Sun Jun 01 16:05:54 PDT 2008

V Green wrote:
> "Gurney" <none@nobody.net> wrote in message
> news:fj7644hhvf23sdhd0svvdt4rd6nag809pc@4ax.com...
>> On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
>> <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:
>>
>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
>>> that won't damage it?
>>>
>>> Thanks much!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>> Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.
>>
>> Ask elsewhere.
>
> You are truly a dumba$$.
>
> She has gotten at least a half dozen replies to her
> query and STILL you insist on spouting this dung.
>
> Go elsewhere.
>

Ya think this is OldDuke? Another of his aliases!

V
Sun Jun 01 17:01:13 PDT 2008


"Big Al" <BigAl@nowhere.com> wrote in message news:mXF0k.1086$jX.539@trnddc04...
> V Green wrote:
> > "Gurney" <none@nobody.net> wrote in message
> > news:fj7644hhvf23sdhd0svvdt4rd6nag809pc@4ax.com...
> >> On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
> >> <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
> >>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
> >>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
> >>> that won't damage it?
> >>>
> >>> Thanks much!
> >>>
> >>> Jo-Anne
> >>>
> >> Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.
> >>
> >> Ask elsewhere.
> >
> > You are truly a dumba$$.
> >
> > She has gotten at least a half dozen replies to her
> > query and STILL you insist on spouting this dung.
> >
> > Go elsewhere.
> >
>
> Ya think this is OldDuke? Another of his aliases!

Actually, his syntax (and poor attitude) is reminiscent of
NoConsequence.

Bill
Sun Jun 01 18:27:54 PDT 2008

V Green wrote:
> "Big Al" <BigAl@nowhere.com> wrote in message
> news:mXF0k.1086$jX.539@trnddc04...
>> V Green wrote:
>>> "Gurney" <none@nobody.net> wrote in message
>>> news:fj7644hhvf23sdhd0svvdt4rd6nag809pc@4ax.com...
>>>> On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
>>>> <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>> old
>>>>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>>>>> use
>>>>> that won't damage it?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>
>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>
>>>> Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.
>>>>
>>>> Ask elsewhere.
>>>
>>> You are truly a dumba$$.
>>>
>>> She has gotten at least a half dozen replies to her
>>> query and STILL you insist on spouting this dung.
>>>
>>> Go elsewhere.
>>>
>>
>> Ya think this is OldDuke? Another of his aliases!
>
> Actually, his syntax (and poor attitude) is reminiscent of
> NoConsequence.

They're clearly related. (they may be cousins).

Michael
Sun Jun 01 19:03:36 PDT 2008

Bill in Co. wrote:
> V Green wrote:
>> "Big Al" <BigAl@nowhere.com> wrote in message
>> news:mXF0k.1086$jX.539@trnddc04...
>>> V Green wrote:
>>>> "Gurney" <none@nobody.net> wrote in message
>>>> news:fj7644hhvf23sdhd0svvdt4rd6nag809pc@4ax.com...
>>>>> On Sat, 31 May 2008 22:02:51 -0500, "Jo-Anne Naples"
>>>>> <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>>> old
>>>>>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I
>>>>>> use
>>>>>> that won't damage it?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>>
>>>>> Why ask HERE? This has NOTHING to do with the OS.
>>>>>
>>>>> Ask elsewhere.
>>>> You are truly a dumba$$.
>>>>
>>>> She has gotten at least a half dozen replies to her
>>>> query and STILL you insist on spouting this dung.
>>>>
>>>> Go elsewhere.
>>>>
>>> Ya think this is OldDuke? Another of his aliases!
>> Actually, his syntax (and poor attitude) is reminiscent of
>> NoConsequence.
>
> They're clearly related. (they may be cousins).
>
>
If you look at his reply address they are the same. As soon as people
give him too hard a time with one alias he changes his alias, but not
his stupid attitude.

Brian
Sun Jun 01 19:55:46 PDT 2008

"Bill in Co." <not_really_here@earthlink.net> wrote in message
news:%231OT2mCxIHA.6096@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> Why can't you just use some dish soap and water, and thoroughly rinse it when
> done (with a soft cloth)? Why the need for a special product?

Soap/water can run and get into the monitor. A "soft cloth" won't cut it if
it isn't soft enough not to scratch the surface of the screen. The product I
suggested, I have used for some past years to date on many LCD screens, one/two
spritz(s) cleans it well, there is not a single scratch and I've seen no
degredation of the screens "coating".


--


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http://basconotw.mvps.org/

Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375

Brian
Sun Jun 01 20:01:11 PDT 2008

Hi Jo-Anne,

The Monster iClean is the new generation of the cleaner. If you have a Best
Buy near you see if it has:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=5774879&st=screen+cleaner&lp=3&type=product&cp=1&id=1069297113224

This is the one previously produced which is, simply put, the same product.

--


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Conflicts start where information lacks.
http://basconotw.mvps.org/

Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375


"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:enA8vhCxIHA.4916@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
> Hi, again, Brian,
>
> I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of stock.
> I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem almost the
> same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.
>
> It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster site
> says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods. (At
> Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at B0011DPDGG--a
> heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)
>
> The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't specifically
> say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it was $14.61 for a
> 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended particularly for TV
> screens, and I get the impression it should be used sparingly, since the site
> says "our unique cleaning solution for removing _occasional_ heavy smudges
> without harming your TV's sensitive coatings" (my emphasis).
>
> Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting it!
>
> Jo-Anne
>
> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
> news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a microfiber
>> cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run or leave streaks
>> and it should last a few years give/take depending on how dirty the screen
>> gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now and it's not even a
>> quarter used.
>>
>> --
>>
>>
>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>
>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>
>>
>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>>> Thank you, Brian!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years old
>>>>> and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can I use
>>>>> that won't damage it?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>
>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
>>>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>>
>>>> This is what I use:
>>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>
>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>
>

Jo-Anne
Sun Jun 01 20:14:48 PDT 2008

Thank you again, Brian! Unfortunately, the closest Best Buy is about an hour
from me. I went ahead and ordered the iClean from Amazon, which had an
amazingly good price on it. It'll be nice to have a clean screen after all
this time.

Jo-Anne

"Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
news:u7gXqzFxIHA.1504@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> Hi Jo-Anne,
>
> The Monster iClean is the new generation of the cleaner. If you have a
> Best Buy near you see if it has:
> http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=5774879&st=screen+cleaner&lp=3&type=product&cp=1&id=1069297113224
>
> This is the one previously produced which is, simply put, the same
> product.
>
> --
>
>
> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
> Conflicts start where information lacks.
> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>
> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>
>
> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
> news:enA8vhCxIHA.4916@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
>> Hi, again, Brian,
>>
>> I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of
>> stock. I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem
>> almost the same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.
>>
>> It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster
>> site says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods.
>> (At Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at
>> B0011DPDGG--a heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)
>>
>> The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't
>> specifically say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it
>> was $14.61 for a 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended
>> particularly for TV screens, and I get the impression it should be used
>> sparingly, since the site says "our unique cleaning solution for removing
>> _occasional_ heavy smudges without harming your TV's sensitive coatings"
>> (my emphasis).
>>
>> Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting
>> it!
>>
>> Jo-Anne
>>
>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>> news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a
>>> microfiber cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run
>>> or leave streaks and it should last a few years give/take depending on
>>> how dirty the screen gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years
>>> now and it's not even a quarter used.
>>>
>>> --
>>>
>>>
>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>
>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>
>>>
>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>>>> Thank you, Brian!
>>>>
>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>
>>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What
>>>>>> can I use that won't damage it?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they
>>>>> will damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>>>
>>>>> This is what I use:
>>>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>>
>>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>

Brian
Sun Jun 01 20:41:12 PDT 2008

You're welcome Jo-Anne. Just make sure the monitor isn't on when you clean
it, unless it's a hard surface (glass), otherwise you can wind up with pixel
damage.
Also, as always, read the instructions on the use of the product. I believe
you'll have no regrets, so far I haven't. (knock on wood)

--


Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
Conflicts start where information lacks.
http://basconotw.mvps.org/

Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375


"Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
news:ebf%23O7FxIHA.1768@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
> Thank you again, Brian! Unfortunately, the closest Best Buy is about an hour
> from me. I went ahead and ordered the iClean from Amazon, which had an
> amazingly good price on it. It'll be nice to have a clean screen after all
> this time.
>
> Jo-Anne
>
> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
> news:u7gXqzFxIHA.1504@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> Hi Jo-Anne,
>>
>> The Monster iClean is the new generation of the cleaner. If you have a Best
>> Buy near you see if it has:
>> http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=5774879&st=screen+cleaner&lp=3&type=product&cp=1&id=1069297113224
>>
>> This is the one previously produced which is, simply put, the same product.
>>
>> --
>>
>>
>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>
>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>
>>
>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>> news:enA8vhCxIHA.4916@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl...
>>> Hi, again, Brian,
>>>
>>> I checked Newegg, and the Monster screen cleaner shown there is out of
>>> stock. I looked at the Monster site and discovered two products that seem
>>> almost the same. Both are offered by Amazon and by Amazon third parties.
>>>
>>> It looks like what you have is Monster iClean Screen Cleaner; the Monster
>>> site says it's a gel that works on computer monitors, cameras, and ipods.
>>> (At Amazon, the best buy I found was $9.99 for a single bottle at
>>> B0011DPDGG--a heavy discount off the $21.38 list price.)
>>>
>>> The other one is Monster FlatScreen ScreenClean. This one doesn't
>>> specifically say it's a gel, but it claims it won't drip. (At Amazon, it was
>>> $14.61 for a 2-pack at B000AXSBEY.) It looks like it's intended particularly
>>> for TV screens, and I get the impression it should be used sparingly, since
>>> the site says "our unique cleaning solution for removing _occasional_ heavy
>>> smudges without harming your TV's sensitive coatings" (my emphasis).
>>>
>>> Anyway, I'll go with the iClean and thank you immensely for suggesting it!
>>>
>>> Jo-Anne
>>>
>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>> news:ebJc4$7wIHA.1436@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>>> You're welcome Jo-Anne. The cleaner I recommended comes with a microfiber
>>>> cloth that won't scratch the screen, the cleaner doesn't run or leave
>>>> streaks and it should last a few years give/take depending on how dirty the
>>>> screen gets between cleanings. I've had mine for 4 years now and it's not
>>>> even a quarter used.
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>
>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:uoY5Z75wIHA.4488@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>>>>> Thank you, Brian!
>>>>>
>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>
>>>>> "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in message
>>>>> news:uDTC6s5wIHA.4376@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>>> "Jo-Anne Naples" <naples@tbcnet.com> wrote in message
>>>>>> news:OKgT5P5wIHA.548@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>>>>>>> I've been getting so many warnings about what not to use to clean LCD
>>>>>>> monitors that I haven't a clue what I CAN use safely. Mine is 5 years
>>>>>>> old and really needs to be cleaned with more than a quick wipe. What can
>>>>>>> I use that won't damage it?
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Thanks much!
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Jo-Anne
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> You don't want to use any Alcohol or ammonia based cleaners, they will
>>>>>> damage the coating on LCD screens.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> This is what I use:
>>>>>> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882155230&Tpk=monster%2bscreen%2bcleaner
>>>>>>
>>>>>> --
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Windows Desktop User Experience }
>>>>>> Conflicts start where information lacks.
>>>>>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://dts-l.com/goodpost.htm
>>>>>> How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>
>