Remove Scratches from CDs or DVDs with Toothpaste

A common kitchen ingredient that can be used to remove scratches from CDs or DVDs is toothpaste. Toothpaste is a mild abrasive, which makes it suitable for this purpose.

When a CD or DVD gets scratched, the scratches can disrupt the laser's ability to read the data on the disc. Toothpaste can help to polish out these minor scratches. To use toothpaste for this task, you should first choose a non - gel toothpaste, as gel toothpaste usually doesn't have the right abrasive properties. Squeeze a small amount of toothpaste onto the scratched area of the disc. Then, using a soft, clean cloth, gently rub the toothpaste in a straight line from the center of the disc outwards. This is because the data on a disc is arranged in concentric circles, and rubbing in this direction helps to minimize further damage. After rubbing for a short while, rinse the disc thoroughly with water to remove all the toothpaste. Dry the disc with a clean, soft cloth.

It's important to note that this method only works for minor scratches. Deep scratches may be beyond repair, and using toothpaste on them won't bring the disc back to full functionality. Also, this is a cost - effective and accessible solution as toothpaste is commonly found in most households. However, if you have a valuable or important disc, it might be a good idea to test this method on a less important disc first to see if it works as expected.