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What Is the Best Way to Dust and Clean TV Speakers?
March 8, 2022 *
What’s the best way to keep home theater or TV speakers performing well and free from damage? According to Rolling Stone’s advice, proper and regular cleaning will help preserve sound quality, avoid contamination, and of course, keep the equipment looking nice.
As Rolling Stone pointed out, regular cleaning will offer a much cheaper and simpler solution than repairing or replacing the speakers too often. On the other hand, cleaning speakers the wrong way can unintentionally damage them. With that in mind, read some tips to safely clean TV speakers.
Tips to Keep TV Speakers Clean
The same advice generally applies to speakers’ exteriors that would also apply to a TV or many other kinds of electronics. And a microfiber cloth offers the best cleaning tool. These microfiber cloths resemble the type provided to clean eyeglasses or smartphones, but retailers sell larger sizes for bigger devices.
Use gentle pressure to avoid damage. If necessary, dampen the cloth slightly with lukewarm water. A tiny drop of mild dish soap can help remove stubborn spots. Avoid using most chemical cleaners and typical pre-moistened wipes. These might come saturated with alcohol, ammonia, or other harsh chemicals.
For convenience, consider specialized wipes like Endust for Electronics. These handy pre-moistened wipes work well on TV speakers and other electronics, like computer screens and gaming consoles. A container of Endust for Electronics should cost less than $5 at retailers like Amazon.
Cleaning Woofers, Tweeters, and Internal Components
Rolling Stone cautions against attempting to clean the internal parts of a speaker. Removing covers risks damaging the speaker and voiding the warranty. In general, keeping the outside clean should keep dust and other contaminants from migrating inside through crevices and cracks.
For woofers and tweeters:
- Treat the outside case and rubber membranes of woofers the same as speakers. A dry or slightly damp microfiber cloth generally offers a safe and effective solution.
- It’s easy to damage tweeters, so compressed air offers a safer solution than applying pressure to it.
The Best Way to Protect TV and Home Theater Speakers
Regular cleaning helps maintain sound quality and reduces the risk that dust, dirt, or even pet hair will find its way inside. As with other electronics, keeping speakers clean will help keep dust away from internal components. Also, find a secure place to set speakers where they won’t fall or get bumped into by children or dogs to prevent damage and injuries.
Beyond these intuitive and straightforward measures, the best protection will come from a high-quality, affordable Upsie extended warranty for TVs and home theater speakers. Highlights of these protection plans include:
- Upsie offers two-year and three-year protection plans for new or factory refurbished speakers. Customers have up to 60 days to purchase a warranty after buying the speakers.
- Upsie sells directly to customers, so Upsie costs up to 70 percent less than competitors. Plus, the 60-day enrollment period gives consumers time to compare warranties. That means nobody needs to make a rushed decision at the sales counter.
- Upsie’s robust protection covers mechanical, electric, or electronic parts and labor, with no added deductible or extra fees.
- Customers can call in claims 24-7. Plus, customers have a choice of local or mail-in repairs from certified technicians.
In addition to protecting speakers, Upsie will also cover TVs, other home theater equipment, and all types of electronics, including smartphones, PCs, and smart home appliances. Nobody wants to hassle with repairs, so it’s always prudent to take care of electronics as well as possible. For everything else, rely on Upsie’s extended warranties.
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