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A TV is one of the biggest purchases you may make for your home, so keeping it looking as good as the day you bought it is essential. Unfortunately, we understand that life happens, and there are times when an accident can cause significant damage. However, we have a few tips and tricks for everyday issues to help keep your TV in its best condition.
Prevent Marks on Your TV
Although many of the newer models of TVs have minimal frames around the screens, it is still essential to protect them to keep them looking as new as the day they were bought. Scratched frames can spoil the clean aesthetics of a room and make a carefully designed interior look shabby.
There are many ways to care for your TV frame to prevent it from getting scratched, but here is just a handful.
Keep the frame clean – Although TV frames are one of the least common places for dirt, between sticky fingers using the power button and little fingers finding their way around, family homes are the most common for marks on their TV frames. Keeping them clean can prevent long-term stains and marks.
Mount the TV- one of the best ways to protect your TV from marks is by keeping it mounted on the wall. A TV out of reach will prevent accidental knocks or hands from leaving stains and scratches on the frame.
Wrap your frame – purchasing self-adhesive plastic wrap is a great way to protect your frame in a world with everything at your fingertips. You can buy it from many furniture and DIY stores, and make sure you buy a translucent one to make it less noticeable.
Tips for Cleaning Your TV
Although they are not touched that often, TVs can gather a lot of dust, and unless mounted on the wall, don’t be surprised to find a few fingerprints on there too. Unfortunately, cleaning a TV is not like cleaning any other item in your home and should be done carefully to avoid damaging the screen or components inside.
Cleaning the Screen
Always turn the TV off when attempting to clean the screen. This allows the black to show any marks or patches that dull the beautiful gleam of your OLED or QLED screen. Always unplug your TV before cleaning to prevent damage or electrocution. If the screen only contains dust, a microfibre towel gently wiped over the screen and shaken in between wipes (away from the TV) will take the bulk of the dust away. If the marks are a little stickier, you may require a specialised cleaning solution. Before buying one of these, always check with the manufacturer if it is suitable for your device. Never spray the solution directly on the screen. Instead, always spray it onto the microfibre cloth. If the marks are a little stubborn, don’t feel tempted to press harder; keep going over it until the marks disappear.
Cleaning the Frame
Unlike the screen, the frame is a little more robust and can withstand a bit more cleaning. This is where there are usually the most marks, from switching the tv on or moving the tv for whatever reason. In addition, most TV cases face the wall, allowing them to collect large buildups of dust and cobwebs. Using a clean cloth, most of this buildup will wipe away, but for something a little more stubborn, you could spray your cloth with diluted water and give them a little rub. Once you have cleared all the dust, you can also gently hoover the vents from the TV to capture any dust particles trapped in the back of the case.
Common Issues We Repair
As LED TV repair specialists, we see TVs come with various issues, from broken screens to faulty software. Here are some of the faults we often see which may be able to be fixed at home:
The TV is not turning on or taking a while to turn on. This can be for any number of reasons, but as technicians, we first ask if the power supply is ok. Some cheap Samsung TVs have power cables that can be removed from the TV; they often need to check that they are firmly connected. Sometimes it can also be a fault with the plug socket or a simple fuse, so it’s always worth checking these before calling us.
Lack of sound or poor sound. Although a TV may claim to have incredible audio, if you have just purchased one of our cheap TVs and the sound is not quite as you would expect, it may just need the settings adjusted. If you have any external devices, it may be worth ensuring they have been connected correctly, browsing through the audio settings, and making the needed changes.
Poor TV signal. This issue can be very common and often has nothing to do with the device itself. We have received calls where TVs suffer from a poor signal, eventually losing it altogether. Although it may sound like it is a problem with the TV, actually, it was the fact the signal was struggling to be received due to overgrown trees. Sometimes they need a booster, which can be purchased and plugged into your aerial cable.
The remote is not working. A remote for most smart TVs is essential for its functionality. So, when it stops working, it can cause serious issues. If you have checked the batteries and checked again (you would be surprised how many people don’t realise they need replacing) and the remote still isn’t connecting, it may need resetting. Through the settings on your TV or via the TV manual, you may find instructions on connecting your remote back to your TV.
Lack of internet connection. If you have one of our excellent cheap smart TVs and are struggling to get the internet to work on your new device, it could be down to several reasons. One again is due to poor signal. A smart TV will struggle to connect without a solid connection to the Wi-Fi. Try using signal boosters, or if your router is a few rooms away from your TV, you could consider hardwiring it, preventing signal disruption.
Still Having problems?
When it comes to fixing a TV, a DIY approach can often worsen matters without the correct knowledge of each TV brand. Using a responsible TV repair service can ensure that your device is fixed correctly. Fixing a TV before buying a new one is an excellent way of reducing the growing e-waste. Even if you still want to upgrade your device after fixing it, you can sell your old one or gift it to someone in need and make someone else’s day. So, if you would like us to fix a TV, why not get in touch and see if we can help before throwing the baby out with the bathwater?
