Abstract: Liquid solutions for cleaning plastic and metallic surfaces and methods of cleaning such surfaces using the solutions are disclosed. The solutions may be used to clean audio/video tapes and tape-engaging parts, computer diskettes, electrical components, video screens, etc. The solutions comprise an isoparaffinic hydrocarbon solvent, a glycol ether, and, optionally, a monohydric branched alcohol having 4 to 10 carbon atoms.