Finding the right cleaning agent can be as difficult as the technique itself. In this review, we will try to understand this issue and make the task of such a difficult choice as easy as possible.
When buying equipment in specialized stores, experienced sellers often draw our attention to the fact that only branded, expensive cleaning agents should be used with this equipment (for example, only Philips cleaning liquid is suitable for a Philips TV). Is it worth believing and is it true?
Here we can warn gullible buyers, in reality this is nothing more than a myth. All cleaning products of less "loud" brands such as Data Flash, Itech, Maxxtro and Walfix are completely universal and are suitable for equipment from completely different manufacturers, but at the same time their price is an order of magnitude lower. The only difference is the manufacturer and the unique composition of each of them. Of course, using accessories and equipment from the same brand is very good, but only if you are willing to deliberately overpay for it. In addition, we do not even advise you to pay too much attention to this issue.
The only important point is the type of surface to which this product will be applied, on the principle of "each surface, its own cleaning agent".
But first things first.
Screens can be different
TV screen.
Different manufacturers use different technologies to manufacture their TVs. As a rule, simpler, budget models have screens not covered with glass, and screens of more expensive series are covered with a glass plate.
In care, glass screens are much easier and they can even be wiped with a microfiber cloth moistened with ordinary water, but then stains may remain on the surface, and it will be quite difficult to get rid of them. In such cases, it is still advisable to use special tools designed for monitors or at least for the body of equipment.
But TVs with a screen without glass require special care like monitors of computers and laptops.
Monitor screen, laptop.
The screens of this equipment can be divided into two groups: glossy and matte. The difference between them is that a special coating is applied to the surface of the matte monitor, which creates a matte effect and prevents the monitor from "mirroring" light and sun rays. This makes the technique with this type of screen more practical and convenient to use. But there are also disadvantages to this. Improper care or cleaning agents that contain alcohol can wear off this coating, leaving stains on the screen.
Glossy displays do not have such a coating. However, it is also strictly forbidden to use alcohol-containing products to clean them. Over time, they corrode the surface of the monitor and dull spots and stains form on it, which cannot be removed and this irrevocably spoils the equipment.
Here you need to clearly remember that you cannot use a body cleaning liquid containing alcohol to clean the screen.
Touch screens of smartphones, tablets, cameras, camcorders.
They can be resistive or capacitive, but both conduct pulses. Because of this, any of these screens are very vulnerable and require very careful and special care. For cleaning, use only alcohol-free products and microfiber cloths with a soft structure. It is also advised to protect such a screen with a special film.
Non touch screens of mobile phones, cameras, camcorders.
As a rule, they are all glass, very easy to care for, but still require attention.
Now that we understand the types and types of existing screens, we only need to choose the best cleaning agent for each of them.
Choosing a cleaning agent.
Almost all cleaning products for appliances have an antistatic and antibacterial effect.
Wet wipes.
Wet wipes are very practical and easy to use, but they also have their drawbacks. Any open wet wipes tend to dry quickly enough, usually within two weeks to two months, depending on the packaging. Buying napkins is only beneficial if you use them frequently. Appliance wet wipes are great for:
- as a consumable in offices, which is used by all staff;
- in retail outlets for the care of display cases of equipment or for the daily care of a sufficiently large amount of equipment.
When choosing and buying napkins, be sure to pay attention to the composition of the impregnation and packaging. If wipes are produced in soft packaging (for example, Maxxtro 102500/5, Data Flash DF1516B, Data Flash DF1518), then they will dry much faster than similar cleaning products packed in a resealable tube, such as: Data Flash DF1511, Maxxtro KL90400, Data Flash DF1513, Data Flash DF1512B, Maxxtro 90435A, Data Flash DF1712, Walfix WX-2. Wipes packed in a bag (soft pack) are well suited for use with an empty tube as a refill.
Impregnation of napkins can contain alcohol or even ammonia. These wipes are only suitable for cleaning the body of equipment. Their price is lower, they do not leave streaks, but are suitable only for matte surfaces; on glossy plastic, with prolonged use, they can leave inconspicuous traces, slightly corroding it. These tools include: Data Flash DF1712, Data Flash DF1516B, Data Flash DF1512B. But these wipes are just great for cleaning glass TV screens. Their composition does not harm the glass, and it is very simple and convenient to use them.
Alcohol-free packaging is usually marked by manufacturers as suitable for cleaning TFT / LCD.
These include: Data Flash DF1511, Maxxtro KL90400, Data Flash DF1513, Maxxtro 102500/5, Maxxtro 90435A, Data Flash DF1518, Walfix WX-2. It is these napkins with such an impregnation composition that can be called truly universal. They are suitable for cleaning all types of screens, do not harm them and cope perfectly with dirt. These napkins are also suitable for tidying up all office or home appliances. But their price is slightly higher than the cost of alcohol-containing products.
Separately, a few words can be said about napkin sets. A tube with such a set usually contains 100 wipes, 50 of which are wet and 50 are dry. Data Flash DF1511 is one of those and is suitable for any screens.
Spray cleaner.
The convenience of such cleaning agents is that they can be used for a long time, up to the moment of their expiration date.
Such funds do not evaporate and do not "fizzle out". But at the same time, you will have to spend money on a microfiber cloth, since it is ideal for use with a cleaning spray for equipment, has a very delicate structure, does not harm the surface and does an excellent job of cleaning it without leaving streaks. When choosing a microfiber cloth, we advise you to pay attention to Data Flash DF1818, Maxxtro CMF-15, Data Flash DF1817, Data Flash DF1819. They are suitable for use with or without liquid detergent, for cleaning dust from the surface of equipment and monitors.
Sprayer cleaners may or may not contain alcohol. Like impregnated wipes, liquids with alcohol can harm most screens, and are recommended only for glass TV screens and for cleaning plastic surfaces of equipment cases.
Data Flash DF1690 can be ranked as such "dangerous" cleaning agents.
Sets of cleaning agents.
Most manufacturers of cleaning sprays, realizing the need to use it with a microfiber cloth, have already included such a cloth in the kit, and some even added a brush to remove debris and dust from the keyboard and hard-to-reach places on equipment. And now each user can purchase a ready-made set. It is such a ready-made solution consisting of a cleaning agent and a microfiber cloth that can be considered the most successful purchase. It is especially advisable to pay attention to such universal kits as Walfix WX-4, ITech Screen Soft 3 200ml, Walfix WX-1, Walfix WX-3, Data Flash DF1006, Data Flash DF1025, Walfix WX-5, Data Flash DF1722. All of these kits can be used to clean monitors, screens and displays of any equipment.
For the most demanding buyers who are particularly scrupulous in the cleaning process, there is also a ready-made solution in the form of an extended set of Data Flash DF1491 cleaning agents, which consists of as many as 8 items. It is multifunctional and allows you to qualitatively clean the surface of any existing equipment from any dirt and dust, and the spray included in the kit can be safely used for all types and types of screens.
Conclusion.
After buying a brand new technique, when the euphoria from the acquisition has subsided, be sure to think about how you will take care of it. In no case should you neglect such an important process as cleaning equipment. Do it regularly. Use only specially designed and correctly selected products. By observing these simple rules, you will get a guarantee that the equipment will serve for a long time and have a beautiful appearance, as if it was just bought, while continuing to delight its owner.
