How to care for your glasses

Many people do not properly care for and use eyeglasses. Some wipe the glass with a handkerchief, a piece of clothing or another item that is at hand. Others wear glasses on their heads like a headband, others place the glasses with the glasses down, others store the accessory without a case, and so on. But these are unacceptable actions, as a result of which the lenses become cloudy, the frame becomes loose and deformed, and scratches may appear on the glass.

As a result, glasses quickly become unusable. Good and high-quality products are quite expensive. They require proper care so that they do not lose their original physical properties and aesthetic appearance. Let's look at how to properly care for your glasses.

How to wear and store glasses correctly

First of all, remember that glasses are not a rim. Products should not be worn on the head or lifted frequently. This bends the bow, deforms the frame and loosens the bolts. Subsequently, this disrupts the symmetrical arrangement of the lenses, which causes eye fatigue. You need to put on and take off glasses using both hands so as not to accidentally drop the product, loosen the bolts or stretch the temples.

If you need to adjust your glasses, simultaneously grasp the lenses with your index fingers on top and your thumbs on the bottom. Do not move the product with just one finger while holding the glasses by the bridge! Following the recommendations for wearing glasses ensures the correct load on the frame and nose rests. This preserves the symmetrical placement and mounting of the lenses, temple and paint if the frame is painted.

To protect your lenses from scratches and chips, do not place your glasses face down on any surface or in a case. Do not leave products in the bathroom or kitchen, where there is a large accumulation of dust, dirt and grease, aggressive substances and hot steam. It is recommended to store the accessory in a case with a lid, a large box or a place where dust, grease, splashes and foreign substances do not fall.

Avoid contact of lenses with hairsprays and sprays, various deodorants, conditioners, eau de toilette and perfumes. Be sure to remove your glasses before using such products. Do not leave products near operating heating devices, radiators or radiators. Under the influence of high temperature, material, especially plastic, begins to melt.

We take into account the degree of rigidity

When choosing a case, you need to take into account the fragility of the glasses. If these are lenses dressed in a fragile frame, then you will need a case with the most rigid frame possible. For larger and more durable models, such as sun protection, you can purchase a product made of soft material.

The most popular today are semi-rigid models with a plastic frame, characterized by lightness, convenience and good reliability. Based on the degree of rigidity, products can be divided into two categories.

These are hard cases, for the manufacture of which materials such as metal and plastic, aluminum and wood, gold and silver are used. Soft materials are usually used for external and internal finishing of rigid structures. Who needs a hard case? For everyone who forgets a product in public places, energetic and active people with impulsive movements and frequent trips, owners of fragile glasses, extreme sports enthusiasts, to protect the contents from external influences.
These are soft covers made from materials such as microfiber, natural and artificial leather, and various textiles. The soft version is suitable for office workers who like to put the product in their breast pocket, neat people who take care of their things, for packing sunglasses models.

General recommendations for cleaning and care

— Wipe and clean your glasses to maintain visual clarity and aesthetics, and prevent smudges and streaks. Use special wipes for optics;

— The choice of method and product for glasses care depends on the type of lens material. They come in plastic and glass. However, both materials have in common that the products must always be clean and stored in a case. Glasses should not be worn on the head like a headband, placed with the lenses down, or in rooms with high humidity. Accessories should not be stored near heaters or chemicals;

— To clean your glasses, take special reusable microfiber cloths that effectively fight stains and dirt. At the same time, they do not leave streaks and fibers that scratch the glass;

— Deep and thorough cleansing is carried out using disposable soft fiber wipes impregnated with an alcohol solution. This treatment removes any dirt on both frames and lenses, both on the surface and in micropores. In addition, it has an antibacterial effect;

— It is advisable to buy a special care product. These include cleaning liquids and sprays that easily remove greasy stains, fingerprints and handprints, and any problematic stains. In addition, they have antistatic properties and protect glass from dust and dirt;

— Before wiping your glasses, inspect the napkin or cloth. It must be clean, free of fibers, sand particles, dirt and other foreign objects. This material will easily scratch fragile lenses and frames;

— Wipe both sides of the lenses, not just the outside. Brush from side to side rather than in circular motions. Otherwise there will be divorces! Clean hard-to-reach places and areas with a cotton swab.

— To prevent your lenses from fogging up in frosty and cold or rainy and humid weather, make a home remedy. To prepare, mix clear liquid soap and glycerin in a ratio of 7 to 3. Add five drops of turpentine and lubricate the surfaces of the glass with the resulting mixture. Then carefully wipe the lenses dry with a soft cloth or microfiber cloth.

Main selection criteria

How to choose a case for glasses without regretting the money spent, and be happy to use it in the future? To do this, you need to take into account the points listed below, not forgetting the attractive appearance of the case and its suitability to your style and financial situation. So, in addition to great design, pay attention to the following criteria:

It must be durable, which is important for reliable protection of the contents from external influences - humidity, dust, mechanical and chemical damage. Strength is ensured by a good frame.
The comfort of the product, allowing it to be easily placed in a small space, is also necessary. Modern cases are compact and lightweight. Women put the cover in miniature handbags, and men put it in their pocket.
Not the least important role is played by the clasp of the product, which prevents glasses from falling out. Its main qualities are reliability and ease of use.
The case must be durable, so you should carefully choose the material. A high-quality option is more expensive, but it will more than pay for itself with the decent appearance of the product over the entire period of operation. Inexpensive materials wear out quickly, which leads to unnecessary waste of funds.

Rules for cleaning glass lenses

Glass lenses are distinguished by strength and durability, resistance to the negative influences of external factors. However, such glasses are quite heavy and massive, and the glasses are massive. The higher the diopter, the thicker the lens. But at the same time they are easy to care for.

You need to clean glass glasses lenses using a special liquid or solution and a microfiber cloth or special soft paper. If a suitable composition is not at hand, cloudy, dusty and fogged lenses can be washed with warm water and dishwashing detergent. After this, wipe the glass with a soft, clean flannel or cotton cloth.

Rinse and clean the lenses of your eyeglasses in a timely manner, otherwise dirty, dusty and cloudy lenses will cause redness and eye fatigue. They impair visibility by one third, and in some cases reduce visual acuity.

How to clean plastic glasses

Products with plastic glasses are more expensive, but they are comfortable, light and thin. If not properly cared for, plastic glasses will not last long. In a short time they become covered with microcracks, scratches and stains. Scuffs and other defects appear, as plastic lenses are characterized by softness and fragility.

To use the accessory for as long as possible, it is important to ensure proper care. Let's find out how to properly clean plastic glass. To do this, use a classic microfiber cloth. Instead of a special cleaning product, you can take warm water in which to dilute a small amount of shower gel or mild shampoo.

Pay special attention to products with different coatings. Thus, glasses with anti-reflective coating cannot be cleaned with caustic chemicals, compounds containing acids and fats, vinegar and specialized glass cleaning solutions. Such products can only be wiped with a soft cloth. Do not breathe on the lenses before wiping!

Use of mechanical means

You will need: a monitor cloth and an electric razor with a linear drive (Brown, Panasonic). The foil is removed from the razor. Then a small circle is cut out of the napkin.

It is advisable that it fits the razor blade in a double-folded state. The resulting circle must be placed on the blade and secured firmly with a silk thread.

Now you need to turn on the razor and start polishing your glasses. This must be done slowly and carefully so as not to damage the plastic surface even more. It only takes a few minutes of polishing (up to 5 minutes).

Large scratches can be removed with a sanding machine . A special felt circle is required, onto which a paste intended for polishing cars is applied. The machine should operate at medium speed. Press the lens against the circle and polish it. In this case, the entire surface must be treated, and not just the location of the defect.

How to care for sunglasses

Caring for sunglasses is similar to caring for glasses with plastic lenses. It requires careful and careful handling, proper wear and regular cleaning. Remove products with both hands, holding the arms, and do not place the accessory with the glass down. The item should not be left in the sun for a long time and should only be stored in a soft case or in a special bag for glasses.

You can take care of your sunglasses using microfiber cloths and disposable alcohol-impregnated wipes, cleaning sprays and other specialized liquids.

If you don’t have a suitable product at hand, take a soap solution. To prepare the composition, dilute neutral liquid soap without additives in warm water. Soak a soft cloth in the solution and wipe the glasses on both sides using smooth, side-to-side movements. Finally, dry the lenses and frame with a dry, clean cloth.

Storing eyeglasses

This product must be handled with extreme care . When not in use they must be kept in a special case . You should allocate a specific place so that you don’t have to look for them throughout the house every time. It is better to put the case in a desk drawer. There are often cases when it is left in a chair or on a sofa, and then squashed when sitting down.

The case almost 100% prevents the formation of micro-scratches. But, before placing the accessory in it, you should wipe it , otherwise dust will remain, which can cause harm even in the case. You cannot leave glasses without such packaging. abrasions are likely to form . Gradually they will be rubbed more and more, and as a result they will become cloudy. Therefore, the use of a case is mandatory.

If you use glasses constantly, you can put them in the case only at night . But many people sometimes push their glasses onto their forehead, which gradually disrupts the geometry of the frame. To prevent such a defect, it is worth purchasing a special chain . Not only will it allow you to remove your glasses if necessary without the risk of damage, but it is also a stylish accessory.

If there are scratches

On old lenses and with improper use or care, various scratches, abrasions, microcracks and other defects appear. Such an accessory not only loses its aesthetics. It has a negative effect on vision and eye condition.

The following means are used to remove defects:

Special cleaning sprays for computer equipment and screens;
Solutions and liquids for cleaning or repairing DVDs and CDs;
Soda and water solution;
Non-abrasive toothpaste;
Polishing agents for wooden furniture and other surfaces;
Polishes for silver and copper;
Car wax is suitable for plastic lenses.

To get rid of scratches and scuffs, first thoroughly wipe the items in warm soapy water, then rinse in clean water and dry with a soft, clean microfiber cloth. And only then treat with the chosen product. Detailed recommendations on how to remove scratches from glasses lenses can be found at this link.