Cleaning Oled Monitor

Grim5 said:
Good lord I'd rather not use ammonia or other chemical on my monitor just in case. Plain old water works best
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This, nothing else goes near my screens

Hurts my head when you hear of people spraying all sorts of cleaning products (usually kitchen, bathroom, window) directly onto the damn panel :o
 
I use the deionised water that goes in the iron and one wet and one dry “microfiber” cloth I ordered a 10 pack of from China.
 
Grim5 said:
Good lord I'd rather not use ammonia or other chemical on my monitor just in case. Plain old water works best
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This was what I was worried about all these years, wether I was going to damage some coating that is or isn't there, but it comes out amazing and it's the go to for TV repair places when replacing the screen and cleaning the fingerprints off.
Water however has never done much when I've tried it.

fraps said:
I use the deionised water that goes in the iron and one wet and one dry “microfiber” cloth I ordered a 10 pack of from China.
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I haven't tried deionised though. Is that the safest goto then?
 
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deviation said:
I've no idea if it works on OLED, but I cant see why it wouldn't... Anyway, I had a TV fail and asked the repair company what they use to clean screens, he said Windolene, spray on the microfibre, wipe off with the clean side - it turns out we had some lying around, I then went and tried it on my monitor, it's safe to say it hasn't looked this good since it was brand new! Very impressed!
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Windowlene?

Bad idea.
 
Ayahuasca said:
Windex of course.
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Apparently just as bad.

"Is Windex Safe for Cleaning Computer Screens?

When it comes to cleaning your computer screen, you might be tempted to use Windex, a popular glass cleaner. After all, it’s effective on mirrors and windows, so why not try it on your screen?


However, the answer isn’t as simple as it seems. While Windex can be a great cleaner for regular glass surfaces, it’s not necessarily the best choice for your computer screen. The main reason is the composition of most modern screens.


The Risks of Using Windex on Screens​


  • Harsh Chemicals: Windex contains ammonia and alcohol, which can be too harsh for delicate screens. These chemicals can strip away the protective coating on LCD or LED screens, leading to permanent damage.
  • Damage to Anti-Glare Coating: Many screens come with an anti-glare coating that helps reduce reflections and improve visibility. Ammonia can deteriorate this coating, leaving your screen vulnerable to scratches and reduced performance.
  • Streaking and Smudging: Windex may leave streaks or residue on your screen, especially if it’s not properly wiped off, making your screen look even dirtier than before."
 
Ayahuasca said:
Whoosh
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So just try deionised water then, like others have suggested? I'm completely open to trying that, I merely tried what was suggested, it did work, but as aforementioned, I was previously worried about a coating being damaged?
I guess they just don't care where they're just a repair shop then? And it's probably fine once for them to remove fingerprints they've left when replacing a screen then it's the owners future bad luck?
 
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