How to fix a scratched CD or DVD with household products. Homestudio 2/Shutterstock. ... Clean the disc with soap or alcohol to make sure it's not sticky. Dry with a microfiber cloth.

From peanut butter to Mr. Clean, there are several ways to overcome the scratches on your favorite DVDs and CDs. Here's a guide on what works and what won't.

Stopping, restarting, fast-forwarding, ejecting or wiping and cleaning the disc do not fix the issue. “They all go bad. They curdle like milk,” one DVD collector said last year.

Take the disc out of the player when you’ve finished with it because the heat of the player could warp it. Moisture will also cause damage, and so will dust. A permanent, water or oil-based ...

Stopping, restarting, fast-forwarding, ejecting or wiping and cleaning the disc do not fix the issue. “They all go bad. They curdle like milk,” one DVD collector said last year.

The obvious solution is repair liquid available at electronic shops. Substances in the home could also be used. Spectacle cleaning solution and baby wipes are recommended. Brasso has given excellent ...