How best to eliminate LP warps


I own about 2500 LPs, and I like to think they're flat.  Furthermore, I espoused the view that warped LPs ought to be discarded.  But lately I have found 2 or 3 of my LPs that do have warps but sound too good and are too precious for the music recorded on them to throw away.  So I am in the market for ideas on how to remove warps.  I am aware that there was a device on the market that looked like a large waffle maker, to be used for warp removal.  I think Furutech made it, but I never see it advertised these days.  I am also aware of the DIY method of placing an LP between two glass plates and heating the ensemble.  The question there would be how hot and for how long?  Any suggestions are welcome, especially opinions on the efficacy of the Furutech.  Thanks.  Please no comments on vacuum hold down; I think it's a great idea but none of my five turntables has that feature.

lewm

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I have thousands of 45 RPM records. I got 2 1/4 inch thick pieces of glass made with the center cut out for the label. I put the 45 between the glass, taped the glass together, and sat it on top of light bulb. (about 6" from bulb) I would give it 30 minutes and take it off and let it cool. It only failed a few times on the very thin reproduction 45 records. It should work on an LP.

In my audio system I have a Sota vacuum turntable and must say it works great. Basis make one that work great also.