Packaging tape for spot cleaning CDs

[John Doe]

I like it. Packaging tape seems to work very well for spot
cleaning CDs, like just removing a little lint or a smudge. I know
that using tape for cleaning stuff is common, but I had not used
it for CDs until recently. Also might work for cleaning
eyeglasses, but that takes some dexterity. Using scotch heavy-duty
packaging tape might be more difficult to manage, the less sticky
packaging tape might be easier.

 

[SC Tom]

I like it. Packaging tape seems to work very well for spot
cleaning CDs, like just removing a little lint or a smudge. I know
that using tape for cleaning stuff is common, but I had not used
it for CDs until recently. Also might work for cleaning
eyeglasses, but that takes some dexterity. Using scotch heavy-duty
packaging tape might be more difficult to manage, the less sticky
packaging tape might be easier.

I don't know about eyeglasses (mine are too expensive to be used for
experimentation), but Post-its work well for spot-cleaning CDs and LCD
monitors. I have some fine microfiber cloths I use for my glasses, and for
CDs and LCDs when a full cleaning is in order (with the appropriate
pre-rinse or spray).

 

[John Doe]

"John Doe" <jdoe usenetlove.invalid> wrote

I don't know about eyeglasses (mine are too expensive to be used
for experimentation),

Yes, especially if you are a klutz. As noted, it takes some
dexterity.

but Post-its work well for spot-cleaning CDs and LCD monitors.

I cannot imagine why anyone would want to waste post-it notes for
cleaning a CD.

FWIW, I use a swiffer duster for cleaning my monitor.

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[SC Tom]

Yes, especially if you are a klutz. As noted, it takes some
dexterity.

Dexterity has nothing to do with it. I just find it easier to use the proper
equipment for my eyeglasses. Feel free to use whatever you want on yours

I cannot imagine why anyone would want to waste post-it notes for
cleaning a CD.

For cleaning small spots, the Post-it is still usable afterwards. If I'm
cleaning a spot larger than the adhesive strip, I resort to the microfiber
cloth, or (with a CD) spray it and put it in my electric cleaner.

 

[John Doe]

Dexterity has nothing to do with it.

Obviously you haven't tried.

I just find it easier to use the proper equipment for my
eyeglasses.

You might also want to use the "proper equipment" for cleaning
CDs. But this isn't about using proper equipment.

For cleaning small spots, the Post-it is still usable
afterwards.

It might be. But so would a piece of packaging tape.

If I'm cleaning a spot larger than the adhesive strip, I resort
to the microfiber cloth, or (with a CD) spray it and put it in
my electric cleaner.

I've never used or needed an electric CD cleaner. I've considered
buying one for smoothing the surface, but I've never really needed
it.

 

[John Doe]

After further experimentation...

I don't like it. Using soap under running water works well here.