How do I repair my glasses?

How can I repair my glasses?

We put our glasses and sunglasses through a lot and accidents can happen with them, but don't worry, we're going to show you how you can repair your glasses and sunglasses. The following descriptions can show you how to fix broken glasses arm problems or ill-fitting frames, and may guide you in the continued use of your favourite glasses or sunglasses.

When a screw falls out

The front face of your glasses is connected to the temples by tiny screws and hinges. Every once in a while, these screws get loose or even fall out. When this happens, all you need is a tiny screwdriver to screw them back in place. Just line up the hinges and insert the screw into the holes and screw it back in.

If you can't find the missing screw, take a screw from an older pair of glasses that you don't wear any more, or visit the store where you purchased the frames.

Repair kits for glasses

Repair kits for glasses are a smart investment. They contain extra screws, a small screwdriver, a cloth, a magnifying glass and a storage case.

Ill-fitting frames

Glasses that become too tight or too loose can also be adjusted. Metal and plastic frames can be reshaped when gently heated, as the heat will soften the material and allow you to bend the temples back into their original shape.

When adjusting the frame, make sure the frame does not have any oxidation. If the temples of your glasses have white spots or marks, chances are the material has hardened. If you try and adjust the frame when it’s oxidised, the temples might break, even after heating them.

Pour hot water into a bowl and place your glasses (ideally only the temples) in the water for a minute or two. Be careful: if the water is too hot to touch, chances are it's too hot for your glasses. Water warmer than lukewarm can affect the coating of your lenses. Remove the frames from the water and bend the temples gently.

Bending the temples inward makes them tighter and bending them outward makes them looser. Place them back in the water to reheat if the frame cools and stiffens. Try not to force the temples, otherwise they may break.

Scratches

Unfortunately, there are no products to remove scratches. Polishing the lenses enough to remove a scratch will also change the prescription of the lens, which can result in blurred vision, eye fatigue or eye strain. To prevent scratches in future you can add an extra scratch-resistant coating to your lenses. When you next buy new glasses or replace your lenses it may be worth considering.

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