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The problem with library DVDs is that people treat optical media like crap. They get their greasy grubby cheeto encrusted fingers all over them when handling t
by lockhouse 4y ago
The problem with library DVDs is that people treat optical media like crap. They get their greasy grubby cheeto encrusted fingers all over them when handling them. Then they use them as coasters or throw them in a pile in the corner of their bedroom.
Many of the library DVDs I've seen are full of fingerprints, deep scratches, and other blemishes. I am not getting all that mess in my Blu Ray player, or finding out that it's unplayable 60 minutes into a movie.
- tcrenshaw 4y agoMaybe just hit it with an alcohol wipe first? I'm not a heavy library disc rental user, but I've never seen one bad enough to cause damage to a player
- mfragin 4y agoWhile some of the more popular DVDs are in terrible shape, I have been surprised at how many we have checked out that seem to never have been watched. I'd estimate 9 out of 10 are either mint condition or have fingerprints that are easily wiped clean. I suspect not many people check out DVDs anymore. Our library is great in that it puts all their new arrivals in one section. Same thing with CDs.