To extend the life of such a beloved, and sometimes necessary accessory, such as glasses, you need to be able to care for them and know the rules of cleaning. Consider how to wipe the glasses, as well as what means and methods it is better not to do. We also analyze the basic rules of storage and care, regardless of their purpose.
Varieties of glasses for glasses
According to statistics, a quarter of all the inhabitants of our planet wear glasses. That is why it is so important to know the features of glasses care. But before you understand the rules and methods of cleaning, you should know what they can be made of, since it is the material of manufacture that largely affects the features of use and maintenance.
What can glasses lenses be made of ?
- Glass. Their main advantage is that they are durable, reliable, and also help with various pathologies of visual function in humans. They are distinguished by their durability, but here it is important to properly and daily care for such an accessory. At least it needs to be wiped. The disadvantages include fragility, since it is glass, a rather large weight, not very aesthetically beautiful appearance. Although in recent years there have been many models for correcting vision, which can become a fashion accessory.
In order to figure out which lenses for glasses is better to choose, it is worth visiting an optometrist, and then choosing from the existing lineup.
- Plastic. Glasses made of plastic are much cheaper than glass counterparts. They are lighter, thinner, but the glass itself is easily susceptible to mechanical stress, since any, even a slight scratch, can ruin the appearance of the accessory.
- Anti-glare plastic. Such glasses have the same advantages and disadvantages as accessories made of ordinary soft plastic, but they need more careful care.
Ways to clean glasses
Anything can be on the lenses. This dust, and the remnants of a cream or skin flakes, fingerprints and much more. All this reduces the quality of vision in a person, regardless of whether they are glasses for pathology of visual function or a regular sun accessory.
It is important to systematically clean up, as the dirt has the ability to eat into scratches and cracks, if any, and then the quality of vision is markedly reduced.
The main methods of cleansing glasses include the following:
- Using special or professional care products. They are sold in special optical stores or pharmacies. They can be in the form of a spray or liquid, depending on the lens material. It is important that such professional products be free of alcohol and abrasive materials.
- Using wipes (soft or damp). Microfiber wipes are soft, well remove dust, particles of fat and skin flakes, and also do not scratch the surface. Suitable for glass and plastic accessories. An analogue may be suede napkins. Wet wipes for glasses that are saturated with a special solution are mainly intended for glasses. They not only remove pollution from the surface, but also prevent the growth of bacteria. If antibacterial substances are included, they can leave streaks on a plastic surface. Therefore, before wiping glasses with such means, you need to find out the composition of the substance.
- Using household detergents. It can be soap, shampoo or dishwashing detergent that actively fights fat. The accessory is washed using these products under running water. The dirt is well removed, but after that you need to let the glasses dry, preferably in an upright position.
Special care products
In a pharmacy or in optics you can find how to wipe glasses, depending on their material of manufacture. Among the most popular are Spray Clean 25 and Optinett, Glass & Lens Cleaning Kits, Fashion Style and Shifle Antifog Lense Cleaner. These products remove grease and dust, and also have an antistatic effect, as a result of which the lenses on the glasses get less dirty.
A small amount of spray or liquid is applied to the surface of the glasses with clean hands, then they are wiped and wiped with a dry soft cloth. Avoid sudden movements, heavy pressure or rough handling, which can damage both plastic and glass accessories.
It is also worth picking up liquid spray sprays for different times of the year. So, if in summer an important point is the cleaning of accessories from pollution, then in winter it should be anti-fogging products. The answer to the question of what to do so that the glasses do not sweat is the purchase of funds with anti-fog effect. Such sprays are suitable for accessories made of different materials.
What should not be used?
In household goods there will always be a mass of products that seemed to be used to clean the surface of glasses. So, for them, some choose handkerchiefs, shreds of cloth, clothes, and liquid ammonia, simple vinegar, and vinegar and liquid for washing glasses and mirrors.
Why should you not wipe their lenses? Although cloth, clothes, and handkerchiefs may be soft to the touch, they can scratch the soft surface of the glasses. Microcracks may not be visible at first glance, but pollution will accumulate in them.
Alcohol or vinegar does not make glass cleaner, and plastic can do much harm. Window washing liquid is an extreme option that can be used only in extremely rare cases due to the large amount of destructive substances in its composition.
How to store glasses for vision?
It is worthwhile to understand that glasses designed for wearing in the pathology of visual function require a careful attitude and regular care. Having figured out how to wipe glasses for vision correction, it is worth paying attention to their proper storage.
The rules for storing and maintaining glasses for vision are as follows:
- storage only in a special case when they are not used (this will protect the accessory from mechanical damage);
- glasses are put on and taken off with two hands, as a fragile frame can easily warp;
- lenses are wiped with a special soft microfiber or suede cloth, which, as a rule, goes on sale with the accessory;
- periodically it is worth washing glasses with soapy water and running water without the use of active cleaners and acetone;
- a sharp temperature difference can lead to fragility and violate the integrity of the glasses;
- Do not place the accessory on a hard surface, as lens damage is highly likely.
Sunglasses Care
When choosing sunscreen accessories, as a rule, there is no question of which lenses for glasses are better to choose. Here, usually the main emphasis is on trend and fashion trends. But it is also important to pay attention to quality and know how to care for such glasses.
The rules for caring for sunglasses are listed below:
- the case will protect the accessory from mechanical damage;
- it is necessary to remove and put on glasses carefully, since the plastic frame, which is present in most models, can easily break;
- Microfiber cloth, which is included, is an excellent tool for cleaning;
- you can wash your glasses under warm running water without using soap, but then you need to let them dry or wipe with a dry cloth.
Useful Tips
When cleaning the plastic frame of glasses, regardless of their purpose, pay attention to the gaps where a large amount of dirt is collected. It can be removed with cotton buds.
Wipes for glasses should be washed regularly so that dirt does not collect on them.
In order not to lose or break the accessory, you can hang it on a special chain.
Glasses should dry after water procedures in an upright position, as it dries, it is important to wipe them with a dry soft cloth.
After cleaning, check its quality. Take the accessory by the handles and bring it to the light: if there are no stains on the lenses, then the cleaning process went right. If not, repeat it.