Cleaning Music CD's

[Randy Dandy]

I tried google search but no luck. So I came here to ask if anyone knows the best way (chemicals/materials) to wipe down and remove dust and fingerprints from music cd's ?
Thanks

[Windy in Kansas]

I recently had a trial period for Netflix. One of the DVDs was horrible about half way into the movie. I removed it see if it was scratched and couldn't see any damage, fingerprints or other obstruction.

The sleeve the DVD came in said to clean with a small amount of dishwashing detergent or window cleaner. I opted for the window cleaner treatment and the DVD played flawlessly even though I hadn't been able to see anything wrong with it.

I would think that CDs could also be cleaned with the window cleaner and that is what I would use after such good luck with the DVD.

[RachAnn in NW Okla]

we have a Skip Dr. while that is a bit much for dust and fingerprints, it does get rid of the surface scratches.....it has fixed prob about 95% of the scratched CD/DVDs we have....if only I could get my CD changer and all the CDs from the jeep to be clean at the same time...*sigh*

http://digitalinnovations.com/produc...=36&checkCat=5

I think the one we have has a wall plug with it (it doesnt use batteries)....this is the exact on we have: http://www.netpcdirect.co.uk/images/..._motorized.jpg

here is another site

http://www.netpcdirect.co.uk/disk_cleaning_repair.php


Rachel

[Randy Dandy]

Thanks for the help. I really dont have a problem with scratches. I mostly just want to safely remove dust and fingerprints. I think I will try the window cleaner. I just didnt want to use something so chemically strong that it would remove any of the printing on the top side. I just want to safely dust them off and clean them up.
Thanks again.

[Christiaan]

Isoprobyl (rubbing) alcohol and a soft cloth will work well. This is the lens cleaner the optical shop charges $2 an ounce for.

[debra in ks]

I just swish mine around in a little soapy dishwater, rinse, and let air dry.

[Danaus29]

I use eyeglass cleaner and an old diaper. Same as for my glasses. Works just fine.

[Jenn]

window cleaner or dish det works for me.

[Marcia in MT]

Whatever solution you use to wet the CD, wipe it off straight across the disc and not around in a circle (like a vinyl record). This came with the directions on a cleaner set we got quite some time ago.

[FreightTrain]

i use those tiny packets of alcohol pads that diabetics use...

[DenverGirlie]

A spray of Windex and a soft paper towel (viva brand) or a soft cotton cloth.

Fixes it every time