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Michael2
02-09-2004, 04:40 AM
What are some tips for cleaning compact discs. Is it bad to use windex or rubbing alchhol, because i have used windex before and it didn't ruin my cds. Don't say to buy a special cleaning liquid im talking something household :D. Thanks :D.
Michael2
02-09-2004, 04:42 AM
I didn't really know where to make this thread, but does anyone know any tips on how to clean cds. I used windex and alchohol before and my cds were never destroyed, but just wondering is their anyting else house hold htat will work? Thanks also is windex good to use?
FuNkY CaPrIcOrN
02-09-2004, 04:55 AM
Spit works for me.
Spindulik
02-09-2004, 04:55 AM
You need ironoxide or aluminumoxide, in the paste form and use a polishing cloth. It will take a LONG time to polish by hand.

I have used rag wheels on an electric grinder, and polidhed CDs (with the paste) that were "hopeless", and recovered them 100% But you got to be careful because I had one catch the wheel and it ripped the CD from my hand and cracked the CD.

This medthod won't fix deep scratches, but it will fix minor scratches and fogged areas.
Virtualbody1234
02-09-2004, 05:07 AM
You can also try car polish.

As soon as you get the CD to work... Copy it to a new CD-R.
Rip The Jacker
02-09-2004, 05:15 AM
@Michael2
I've merged your thread in Muiscworld with this one. Please post only once.
bigboab
02-09-2004, 09:47 AM
I believe you can get free software that can recover your damaged cd's. Then when this is done ,as Virtual says copy it to a new cd or your hard disk if you dont have a cd-r.
Michael2
02-09-2004, 09:23 PM
thanks, but its not really cause of scratches, but more of dirrtyness. Can i use windex or alchohol rubbing? :P
Spindulik
02-10-2004, 03:20 AM
Originally posted by Michael2@9 February 2004 - 17:23
thanks, but its not really cause of scratches, but more of dirrtyness. Can i use windex or alchohol rubbing? :P
Windex, not alchohol.


You got to make backups and use those, if you are that worried about dusting the CD. Christ, I just blow a little spit on the disk and wipe it on my shirt. Never had a problem.
Michael2
02-10-2004, 04:00 AM
ur sure windex is okay :D k :D thanks
Skweeky
02-10-2004, 04:41 AM
Toothpaste works very nicely as well :)
Michael2
02-11-2004, 01:19 AM
I heard tooth paste is more for scraches :P.
Virtualbody1234
02-11-2004, 03:52 AM
Oh... only cleaning? Just rinse it in some water and dry it with a soft cloth.