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    Microfiber cloths

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by HopelesslyFaithful, Mar 9, 2013.

  1. HopelesslyFaithful

    HopelesslyFaithful Notebook Virtuoso

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    So i am not sure if anyone has posted about this before or if there is a guide to ones to buy or avoid but I wanted to get some more microfiber cleaning cloths. I have 3 small ones that i have from kits and getting ones from devices. I am looking to get some more because i really hate the idea of washing 3 small cloths in a single load (i refuse to wash them with other stuff) I really don't want to take chances with my R4 screen and my u2412m. Anyone know of a good brand? I looked on amazon and zwipes seem good but they are for cars. Also there are some comments saying quality has gone down. Any thoughts?

    Thanks

    HF
     
    HopelesslyFaithful, Mar 9, 2013
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  2. Syndrome

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    I get mine from walmart and my optometrist. the ones i get from walmart are like 15" x 15" You can also hand wash them if you don't want to run them through the washer.
     
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  3. HopelesslyFaithful

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    what brand from walmart? Any particular reason why you use those?
     
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    well bought a bunch of random brands on amazon so i'll report back when i get them and if any of them are good.
     
    HopelesslyFaithful, Mar 13, 2013
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    You could also stop by your local Dollar store - they are fairly inexpensive - and pretty reliable. As @Syndrome stated getting from your local Optometrist or Eye Care facility is another inexpensive alternative - a lot of them will give them to you for free if you just ask. Also, BB&Beyond has some nice packages of them - if they still sell them in 3 packs or 10 packs.
     
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    what kind of quality are they though? Can you vouch for them?
     
    HopelesslyFaithful, Mar 13, 2013
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    Quality? 100% Microfiber works for me. It's how you treat your laptop with the microfiber that counts. Too much pressure by one cleaning the laptop can cause more damage then intended. Personally, I just use my own breath on the screen to clean my laptop w/gentle yet firm pressure with the microfiber clothes.

    I also use my ShaggyMac Laptop Screen Protector(s) more often-then-not for cleaning my screen & for protecting my keyboard. Have you seen this thread? http://forum.notebookreview.com/accessories/708757-what-dirt-free-techniques-laptops.html
     
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  9. HopelesslyFaithful

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    i use panasonic LED/Plasma cleaner from amazon on my screens. It works fairly well.
     
    HopelesslyFaithful, Mar 13, 2013
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    I have been given a great variety of these cloths but the absolute best for me are the blue ones that came with Panasonic Toughbooks Circa 2007
     
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