How to Take Care of Your Glasses: Tips from the Experts
How to Take Care of Your Glasses: Tips from the Experts
Your eyeglasses are more than just a vision aid—they’re an investment in your eye health, style, and comfort. Whether you wear them daily or just for specific activities, proper care is essential to keep them in great condition for as long as possible. Here are expert tips from Nicopoulos Opticians/Optometrists to help you maintain your glasses and get the clearest vision possible!
1. Clean Your Glasses the Right Way
Using your shirt or paper towels to wipe your lenses? That’s a big no-no! Here’s how to clean your glasses properly:
Rinse First: Always rinse your lenses under lukewarm water before wiping to remove dust and debris that could cause scratches.
Use the Right Cleaner: A mild, lens-safe cleaning solution or a drop of dish soap works best. Avoid household cleaners, as they can damage lens coatings.
Dry with a Microfiber Cloth: Gently pat your glasses dry with a microfiber cloth to avoid streaks and lint.
Bonus Tip: Never use tissues or paper towels—these materials can scratch your lenses over time!
2. Store Them Properly
When you’re not wearing your glasses, proper storage is key to keeping them in top shape.
Use a Hard Case: Always store your glasses in a sturdy case to protect them from dust, scratches, and accidental drops.
Don’t Place Them Face Down: Laying your glasses on their lenses can cause scratches. Always place them frame-side down.
Avoid Extreme Temperatures: Leaving your glasses in a hot car or near a heat source can warp frames and damage lens coatings.
3. Handle with Care
How you wear and remove your glasses can impact their longevity.
Use Both Hands: Always take off and put on your glasses with both hands to prevent frame misalignment.
Avoid Resting Them on Your Head: This stretches out the temples and can cause them to lose their fit over time.
Adjusting? Visit a Professional: If your glasses feel loose or uneven, stop by Nicopoulos Opticians for a professional adjustment instead of trying to bend them yourself.
4. Keep Up with Regular Maintenance
Even with the best care, glasses need occasional check-ups.
Check Screws and Hinges: If your glasses feel loose, inspect the screws and have them tightened by a professional if needed.
Replace Nose Pads: Over time, nose pads can wear out. We can replace them for you to keep your glasses comfortable.
Update Your Prescription: If you notice blurry vision or headaches, it might be time for an updated prescription.
Need Help with Your Glasses? We’re Here for You!
At Nicopoulos Opticians/Optometrists, we offer professional cleaning, adjustments, and repairs to keep your eyewear in perfect shape. Visit us today for expert care, and let us help you see clearly in style!
Located in Little Italy, Montreal
Call us at 514-272-6990
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