Introduction
Improper storage, exposure to heat, and cats can lead to warped vinyl. Warped vinyl can lead to a wobbly sounding rendition of your favorite song. Fortunately, warped records can often be fixed, so you can be back to rockin' and rollin' in no time. You'll need two sheets of glass larger than your album, but small enough to fit in your oven. Heavier or thicker glass tends to work best.
Once you've finished your repair, be sure to store your vinyl properly, vertically and out of the heat, to prevent any future warping.
What you need
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Pull your record out of its case, and make sure it is nice and clean.
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Place your clean record in the center of one of the glass panels.
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Slide your record, sandwiched between the two panels of glass, into the oven.
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Warm your record in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes.
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Using oven mitts, pull the glass and record assembly out of the oven.
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Set the glass on a room temperature table or counter. To protect your surface, place the glass on a potholder or a towel.
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Weight the glass with heavy books or another flat, heavy object.
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Leave the record under the weight of the glass and books until it cools completely.
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When the record is cool, remove it from the glass panels.
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