Can you repair scratched CDs?

But contrary to popular belief, CDs are not ruined if they’re scratched! Fixing a scratched CD is similar to fixing a scratch on your car- you want to polish the scratches out. You can use a variety of different plastic polishes, rubbing compounds, and in some cases even a metal polish or toothpaste.

Can a CD disc be repaired?

Incredibly, scratches in the surface of a CD or DVD can be fixed with softened wax! As with the toothpaste fix, you can use shoe polish, lip balm, furniture wax, or even petroleum jelly. Again, rub it into the surface of the disc to fill the scratch. With a lint-free cloth, wipe of the excess wax, with a radial action.

How can I repair my CD?

5 Ways to Repair a CD or DVD

Clean the disc using a soft lint-free cloth and a dab of warm water and mild detergent.
Fill scratches with toothpaste.
Soften scratches with heat from a 60W lightbulb.
Fill the scratch with a wax-based product.
Cover holes in the data layer with pen and tape.

How do you get scratches out of discs?

Apply a small dab of white toothpaste or metal polish to a clean, lint-free (ie fluff-free) cloth and rub very gently along the scratch from the disc’s centre outwards. Cover the full length of the scratch, then repeat twice for good measure.

Does WD 40 remove scratches?

Keep on spraying the WD-40 Multi-Use Product and wiping it dry until the scratch is no longer visible. WD-40 Multi-Use Product is fantastic for removing shoe scuff marks from floor surfaces. For vinyl or tiled floors, it’s simple. Just spray it on, let it sit for a few seconds, and wipe it off with a cloth.

Can you repair CD rot?

A disc affected by CD rot cannot be repaired, it must be replaced. Fortunately this damage is rare and the manufacturer most affected by this has stated that it will replace any such CDs.

Will Meguiars Ultimate Compound remove scratches?

Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound is the ultimate paint cleaner for removing below surface defects such as light to moderate oxidation, scratches, water spots and stains.