Loudspeakers can become nests of dust and dirt, just like anything else in your home. Clean the stereo speakers at home by removing the front cover and carefully dusting the mouthpiece. After that, clean the speaker cover with a lint-free cloth or wet tissue to prevent dust and dirt from accumulating while keeping the speakers prime and clean! Use simple household items to clean a variety of other types of loudspeakers, including the small speakers in electronic devices such as smartphones and laptops.
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Method 1 of 2: Cleaning Stereo Speakers and Covers
Step 1. Turn off the speakers and disconnect the power cord from the power source
Turn off the power button on the speaker if there is one. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
If your speakers have red and black wires connected to the back of the speaker system, press the valve on the coupling and pull the wires out
Step 2. Remove the speaker cover from the front, if possible
Most of these covers can be easily pryed from the front of the speaker. Use a flat object to pry it out and place it on a flat surface for a final clean.
Some speaker enclosures may be secured with screws. If it is, you will need to remove it with a screwdriver
Step 3. Remove dust and dirt on the speakers with a can of compressed air
Position the can of air as flat as possible so that no chemical liquid is sprayed. Press the trigger to remove dust and dirt from the front of the speaker and its crevices
- Make sure you use canned air that is specially made for cleaning electronic equipment.
- Do not position the can sideways or downwards as the chemicals in it may be sprayed and entered the loudspeaker.
Step 4. Wipe off any remaining dust and dirt with a soft brush if there is no canned air
Use a soft paint brush or make-up brush to remove dust from the speaker mouthpiece and other exposed areas. Be careful when brushing the funnel as it is very fragile.
If you use a make-up brush, make sure it's clean and hasn't been used for makeup
Step 5. Wet the microfiber cloth with water
Place the microfiber cloth under running water until it is wet. Squeeze the washcloth as hard as you can until no water comes out.
If the washcloth is still dripping with water, it's too wet. Squeeze out the remaining water until the washcloth feels just slightly damp
Step 6. Wipe the entire speaker and the mouthpiece with a damp microfiber cloth
Wipe all exposed areas of the speaker with a damp cloth to remove any remaining dust and dirt. Also wipe the entire outside of the speaker box.
Speaker mouthpieces are sometimes very fragile. So, be careful and apply enough pressure to get rid of the dust and dirt so that the speaker funnel is not damaged
Step 7. Dry off the remaining water with a dry microfiber cloth
Wipe the entire cleaned area with a dry cloth. Apply a little pressure to wipe off the water droplets.
- Make sure you use a microfiber washcloth. Ordinary cloth will leave scratch marks on the speakers.
- If no other microfiber cloth is available, allow the speakers to dry on their own.
Step 8. Apply a lint remover to the speaker cover to remove dust and dirt if the part is made of cloth
Peel off the first layer of lint remover from top to bottom or from side to side until the entire speaker surface area is clean.
Depending on the size of the speaker cover or the level of dirt, you may need to apply several layers of adhesive to the lint remover. Peel off the dirty adhesive layer when there is no more dust attached
Step 9. Wipe the speaker cover with a wet tissue if the material is metal or plastic
Use wet wipes designed to clean dust or electronic equipment. Wipe all dust and dirt on the speaker cover and let it dry.
You can buy wet wipes for cleaning electronic equipment at an electronics store or look for specialized dust-cleaning wipes at the cleaning product sales area of a shopping mall
Method 2 of 2: Cleaning Various Other Types of Speakers
Step 1. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to clean the smudges and dust on the speakerphone
Gently wipe the speakers on your smartphone with a dry toothbrush. Rub the brush away from the speaker to prevent dust from getting inside.
- Do not use water or liquid cleaning products to clean the speakerphone as this may cause damage.
- Do not use compressed air as the pressure is so strong that it can damage the smartphone.
Step 2. Use a lint-free cloth or a slightly damp cloth to wipe the smart speaker clean
Wipe all parts of the smart speaker with a clean microfiber cloth or lint-free cloth. Dampen the cloth and wring out any excess water, then wipe the speakers again if the stain remains.
Do not use household cleaning products, compressed air, or other cleaning sprays to clean smart speakers
Step 3. Use a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol to clean the buildup of stains on the laptop speakers
Turn off and disconnect the laptop from the power source, including the battery. Wet a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and wipe the loudspeaker clean.
