How to clean your glasses at home 🥝 how to wipe the lenses

Each ophthalmologist patient who has corrective glasses must know how to properly care for the lenses, since during the day the glasses are covered with dust, dirt and grease, and such pollution noticeably impairs visual acuity. In order not to damage the lenses and maintain excellent visibility, you need to choose the right method for cleaning, for this - first find out how to wipe the glasses so that there are no stains, and how often this needs to be done.

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Basic points care rules

Glasses are a constant companion of a fifth of the entire population of the globe, and sunglasses in general have become an attribute of style.

Why wipe the glasses?

What rag should be to wipe the glasses? Modern manufacturing technologies have made glasses more high-quality, durable and stylish in comparison with their predecessors ten years ago. But even despite the high quality of workmanship, the glass is subjected to daily testing. Particles of skin, scorched fingerprints, dust contribute to the formation of spots on the lenses, which over time literally eat up and are difficult to remove. Such contaminated glasses reduce visibility by almost a third, and the lens wearer causes overfatigue, redness of the eyes and blurred vision. Therefore, it is so important and necessary to know how to clean glasses and what means to choose for this.

What are glass and lenses?

Before you remove the dust from the glasses so that there are no stains, you need to know what exactly they are made of. Correction lenses are:

• Plastic.
• Glass.

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Some nuances of care depend on the type of lenses:

1. For the glass version, special liquids, cleaning sprays and wet wipes are provided, with which it is necessary to wipe the optics. Special products are sold in every pharmacy and optics store; moreover, their purchase does not require additional specialist advice.
2. For progressive plastic models of optics, such tools are clearly not suitable, since plastic in its structure is very soft, fragile and easily scratched. The only thing that can come up with care products is a microfiber cloth.
3. Even more modern and progressive models with anti-reflective or protective coatings require particularly gentle care. To wipe this type of optics, designed to work at a computer, it is definitely necessary to use a special tool for cleaning special glasses, and home remedies: vinegar, any alkaline solution are strictly prohibited. The same rule applies to photochromic glasses, since they can also be with diopters.

Important! When buying an optical device, be sure to find out in the center of the optics how to care for the lenses correctly and how to clean the glasses in order to protect yourself during further operation.

How to protect glasses from pollution?

To protect your glasses from dirt and protect them, follow these guidelines:

1. Store your glasses in a special case or case. We recommend giving preference to a tough and tight-fitting version.
2. Before buying a case with a lock, make sure that the lock closes securely.
3. Keep the case clean. Promptly clean it of dust and crumbs, which can make the optics unusable.
4. For people leading an active lifestyle, we recommend using a strap or chain for optics. The points on the strap will not break and will not be lost when moving.
5. When removing or putting on glasses, hold them with two hands by the arms.
6. Do not put your glasses with the glass facing down, as this may cause scratches on the lenses.
7. After use, place glasses with the arms down immediately in the case.
8. Protect your glasses from direct sunlight, especially plastic models “do not like” sudden changes in temperature.
9. Use glasses only for their intended purpose, do not wear hair in the form of a rim, so as not to spoil the temples. In addition, wearing in the form of a rim on the head can deform the frame, and the lenses will not be symmetrical. And from this arrangement of optics, the eyes will begin to overwork.
10. Be careful not to get corrosive chemicals, varnishes, and paints on your glasses.
11. Never use broken or defective glasses - it is harmful to the eyes.
12. Do not try to repair the optics yourself; in case of breakage, contact specialized repair shops.
13. To prevent glass from fogging in the cold season, use special wipes or sprays that prevent the formation of vaporization on the lenses.
14. Tighten the screws on the temple mounts periodically. It is better to entrust this procedure to the master, who at the same time will adjust the arches to your size.
15. If scratches and other damage that cannot be removed appear on the surface of the lenses, replace the windows with new ones, as this may affect your eyesight.
16. Change glasses glasses once a year or two years. With proper care, the service life of the glasses is approximately three years, but once every six months, undergo an examination with a specialist. In case of a change in the quality of vision, change the old optics to new - more suitable. To do this, read our useful article in a detailed review of the pros and cons of different materials at the link “Which glasses are better?”.

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What can not wipe glasses?

If you want to extend the life of your optics for as long as possible and are puzzled by the question of how to wipe your glasses so that there are no stains, never use:

• A cloth accidentally caught at hand.
• The edge of the shirt, handkerchief, cotton rag, because all this matter is likely to have dust that can scratch the lenses.
• Paper towels that contain coarse fibers - they can easily scratch the surface of the optics.
• Ammonia.
• Bleach.
• Vinegar.
• Glass washing liquid - when cleaning lenses with window washing liquid, the protective coating that filters out ultraviolet light will be broken.

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How to wipe glasses without streaks?

Today, there are many methods and means for cleaning optics:

• Spray cleaners.
• Microfiber wipes.
• Disposable wipes.
• Warm soapy water.

Consider how to wipe glasses without stains, using the above tools.

Liquids and Sprays

Special fluids for glasses and other optics have been developed. They include certain components that can remove any complex contaminants, including greasy stains.

Special fluids do not injure lenses; moreover, they have antistatic properties. In the cold season, it is necessary to choose liquids for the care of optics with anti-fog components.

Important! To protect yourself from a fake, purchase cleaning sprays at official optics centers. Do not forget to purchase, along with a cleaning agent, dry wipes to wipe glasses without streaks.

Microfiber Wipes

Soft wipes have long been popular and in demand. They perfectly remove dirt from glasses without leaving streaks.A microfiber cloth is very convenient to use throughout the day, it perfectly absorbs dust from optics.

The napkin is used without the use of any detergents and cleaners. However, it needs care, since during the day the napkin may get dirty and lose its functional properties. Keep microfiber cloth in a special case, and from time to time it must be washed.

Important! Instead of a napkin, you can use a piece of ordinary suede - It is perfect for wiping glasses without stains. Such suede wipes are sold in optical stores.

Disposable Wipes

In addition to glasses, optics stores also offer disposable cleaning wipes. They are made of a very soft special fiber, which not only does not scratch the delicate surface of the lenses, but also removes dirt - from the surface of the glasses and from micropores.

Important! Each napkin is impregnated with a special solution that allows you to wipe the glasses without stains and very quickly.

The advantage of wet wipes is an antibacterial property that allows you to use them in any situation, for example, you can wipe your hands with wipes or any object with a delicate surface.

Disposable wipes are simply indispensable for people leading an active lifestyle, as they can be used anywhere and in any situation.

Warm soapy water

During the day, it is very good to use microfiber wipes or wet wipes to clean your glasses, but no procedure can replace regular washing of optics with soap. This is a great way to handle dirt on lenses and frames.

You can use any detergent without aggressive chemical components:

• Mild soap.
• Shampoo.
• Shower gel.
• A mild dishwashing detergent.

Use warm soapy water as follows:

1. Rinse the glass under a stream of warm water. Keep the lenses under water for 20 seconds, rinse the optics from dust in front and back.
2. Dissolve one of the above detergents in warm water.
3. Apply the resulting foam to the lenses (on both sides) using a soft cloth or fingers (index finger on the outer edge of the glass, thumb on the inside).
4. Wipe the lenses side to side. Circular movements are not recommended.
5. Remove any dirt between the lenses and the frame.
6. Use cotton swabs to clean various rim mounts.
7. Rinse your glasses under running water.
8. Blot the optics with a dry soft cloth so that there are no streaks.

The disadvantage of this method is that it cannot be used outside the home. But regardless of your daily cleaning method, use soapy water twice a month.

Important! To clean the optics, use room temperature water, since too hot or too cold water will adversely affect the lenses and frame. And separately take note of the ways how to polish glasses glasses at home.

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Helpful hints:

1. When cleaning sunglasses or optics with a plastic frame, pay attention to the gap in which “likes” dirt to collect. Pour a little alcohol into a small container, dip a cotton swab in alcohol and wipe the gap between the glass and the frame. Change the swab after each wipe.
2. Wipe glasses so that there are no stains, it is better during the evening or morning hygiene session:
   • Wash your hands with soap.
   • Rinse glasses with running water on both sides.
   • Take glasses with one hand, and soap with fingers of the other hand.
   • Wipe the glass with soapy foam.
   • Wash off the soapy solution under running water.
   • Repeat washing several times so that no streaks of soap remain.
3. You can dry the glasses by setting them on the table. To ensure that the glasses are in an upright position, open the glasses, and frame the temple arms on the table surface.
4. After completing the cleaning process, check its quality. Take the glasses by the handles of the frames and lift them into the light (without sun).If the quality of cleaning suits you, then wear glasses; if not, repeat the process of degreasing and wiping.

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There is nothing complicated in caring for optics. Adhere to the rules of use and carefully, carefully treat the glasses so that for a long time they provide clarity and contrast of the image at short and long distances. Be healthy!