Hey Pal, I know this reply is like...toooooo delayed..but i cant help it, cos my machine was down for a couple of monce. And ya i wanted to let u know that u can wash a cd (with water and non corrosive soap).Hey i have even put one in my freezer for 5 mins...noting happens.Just BE SURE to wipe it DRY before u put it back where it belongs!! Mridul.