How come whenever I try and clean my plasma TV, it's full of streaks??

Question

My husband thnks it has something to do with the heat that it produces, and I thought he may be right, so I tried to clean it when it hadn't been turned on for hours. STILL didn't work! I can't get this thing clean and streak-free for the life of me, I 've tried everything (yes, Windex, ammonia, soap and water..)! I have 2 plasmas in the house and they are both the same way... what can I do??? Never had this problem before with any surface I've tried to clean...

Answer 1

I don't use any chemicals. I just use a duster to get rid of the dust. If there is finger prints or smudges I use a soft microfiber cloth to wipe it off.

Answer 2

the problem is the ammonia, and it's in the windex, too, it leaves behind a residue. buy a good glass cleaner that doesn't contain it and that will end your problems. the ammonia is also the culprit with the foggy windshield in your car. check your local auto parts or hardware store for a product called Sprayway glass cleaner. auto glass installers use this so new replacement windshields won't leak due to dirt and oil on them from handling when installing them. you may be able to find a retailer near you by going to their website, www.spraywayinc.com . it runs about $3 or 4 dollars and they guarantee 100% satisfaction or your money back, but i swear by it. good luck.

Answer 3

The strong cleaners you have used have done this.  Either buy the special wipes or a microfibre cloth.  Plain water in a well wrung cloth may (hopefully) remove the streaks you have now and then you can buff up with a soft cloth.

Answer 4

You need to use cleaning wipes specially designed for cleaning monitors and screens. You can use the ones made for computer screens or lcds. You can find them at any office supply store or even walmart. You will always get streaks with normal cleaners.