7 Top Tips On How To Clean GlassesThese top tips will help you clean your glasses (lenses and frames) without the risks of causing scratches and other damage and you can also use these tips for cleaning sunglasses and sports and protective eyewear.1) Make sure you wash and dry your hands and check your hands do not have any dirt and creams or moisturisers on. Try to use a hand wash or soap that is free from moisturisers and oils and use a lint free towel to dry your hands. This is all to avoid transferring any residue onto the glasses themselves.2) Using lukewarm water, gently rinse your glasses, this helps to remove small fibres such as dust from the lenses. Don’t use hot water to rinse your glasses as this can damage some type of coatings on the lens.3) While the glasses are still wet, drop of a small amount of washing up liquid, that is free from moisturisers and oils, onto each lens. You only need a small amount and you can put the washing up liquid on two of your fingers tips if you prefer. Then carefully rub all over the glasses frame and both side of the lenses. Try to include all parts of the glasses, such as the nose pads or bridge and the end of the glasses arms that sit behind your ears. Also don’t miss the areas where the frame and the lens meet as this is a prime spot for grime to hid..fusion-widget-area-2 {padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;}.fusion-widget-area-2 .widget h4 {color:#252525;}.fusion-widget-area-2 .widget .heading h4 {color:#252525;} Search for: Recent Posts What Is Blepharitis? Symptoms & Treatment What Is Astigmatism? PRK Vs LASIK: What’s The Difference? Myopia Vs Hyperopia: What’s The Difference? What Is Hyperopia? (Long-Sightedness) Book a consultation to see how to best tackle your eye condition. Call us or book a consultation online today.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3{border-color:#ffffff;border-radius:25px 25px 25px 25px;background:rgba(92,92,98,0.8);}.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3 .fusion-button-text,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3 i,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:hover .fusion-button-text,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:hover i,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:focus .fusion-button-text,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:focus i,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:active .fusion-button-text,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:active i{color:#ffffff;}.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:hover,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:active,.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-3:focus{border-color:#ffffff;background:#5c5c62;}CALL 0800 197 8808.fusion-body .fusion-button.button-4{border-radius:25px 25px 25px 25px;}Book a consultation4) Again, under lukewarm water, rinse the glasses thoroughly to get rid of any sign of washing up liquid or suds. Any left behind can cause smears on the lenses. Then you want to carefully shake the glasses to get rid of the excess water. Check the glasses to make sure they are clean and any residue has been removed.5) Using a lint free towel gently dry the glasses including the lenses. Make sure the lint free towel is clean and has not been washed with fabric softener or a dryer sheet as these can cause smears to appear on the lenses and make sure the lint free towel is completely clean to also avoid smears.6) Double check your glasses are now clean. If you do spot any smears on the lenses you can use a lint free cloth to get rid of them. You can purchase these cloths in most opticians.7) When you don’t have all of the above products to hand and you need to do a quick clean of your glasses you can use pre-moistened disposable lens cleaning wipes or a lint free cloth/towel with lens spray, all should be available to buy at your opticians or eye clinic.Remember if you have a special coating on your glasses or are unsure of what cleaning product is best to buy always talk to your eye doctor or optometrists and they can advise.Now you know how to clean your glasses, here are a few tips on what not to do when cleaning them.• Don’t use glass or surface cleaner that is meant for household use. Certain ingredients in these products can damage your glasses and coatings.• Don’t use tissues, toilet paper, serviettes or paper towels to clean your glasses. They easily scratch the lenses and leave behind lots of lint.• Don’t use your t-shirt or shirt to clean your lenses, as again these can scratch them.• Don’t use saliva to wet your glasses, this is not good hygiene and can leave smears on your glasses.
