How to clean a TV screen

 Close up of man cleaning TV screen
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If you own a flat-screen TV, chances are that it will eventually need cleaning as it begins to accumulate layers of dust over time. We know that cleaning your TV (or any large display for that matter) can be a mammoth task, especially if you own an 80-inch+ display, but we're here to help. 

Some of the best TVs are often rather large investments and it's important to understand the correct way to clean your TV, not only to improve the quality of the visuals on the screen and eliminate streaks, but to prevent any damage occurring to your TV in the process. Especially with specialist products such as the best frame TVs, you'll need to be cautious with which products and cleaning tools you use. 

Joyce French, author for HomeHow
Joyce French

Joyce French has worked in the cleaning industry for over twenty years. Joyce specialises in domestic cleaning and works closely with HomeHow.co.uk to provide expert cleaning knowledge to homeowners, tradespeople and news outlets. 

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