Cleaning CD/DVD and screen

anticuchos · #1 Jan 10, 2006, 07:39 PM

Are there any around-the-house stuff I can use that is safe for cleaning CD/DVDs and the monitor screen?

LTheobald · Jan 11, 2006, 02:21 AM

Screen: Bog standard furniture polish and a soft cloth always works for me
CD/DVD: Just a dry, soft cloth should be good enough to get rid of fingerprints etc. - no chemicals needed.

RickJ · Jan 11, 2006, 02:58 AM

I use window cleaner for my monitor screen, but you MUST put the cleaner on the cloth...NOT spray it on the screen.

I hosed a monitor years ago when I sprayed on the screen, and before I could catch the drips, they dripped down the glass and into the case. Fried it.

As for CD/DVD, I use my breath on them. It is recommended that you wipe them outwards from the middle - not around in a circle.

For tougher cleaning, I've got electric disk cleaner/refurbisher

fredg · Jan 11, 2006, 04:07 AM

Hi,
As for a normal monitor, or for an LCD monitor, I use 1 part White Distilled Vinegar, mixed with 3 parts water. Then use a soft clean cotton cloth, with the solution on it.
Wipe the screen up and down, gently, then gently wipe it up and down with a dry clean cloth.

Nez · Jan 11, 2006, 04:15 AM

All good suggestions.Ha ha.Rick,I would love to have seen your face at hoseing down your monitor!!!
Will try your suggestion Fred.But will be very careful with the water though.Normally I just use lint cloth,but end up with lots of static



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