How to clean your glasses well. How to wipe glasses to avoid streaks and fogging? For glass lenses

When wiping glasses, many people use the most inappropriate means: robe sleeves, towels, handkerchiefs. As a result, the glass becomes cloudy and the frame may become loose. You need to take proper care of your glasses to keep them good view, the frame was not deformed, and the glasses were transparent and clean?

Glass care

glass panes durable and resistant to external physical irritants. True, they are heavy. In addition, high diopters make the glass thick and massive.

• Glass glasses need to be washed from time to time. It is best to use special liquids and wipes for glasses - damp ones made of special soft paper or microfiber-based fabric.


• If there are no special products at hand, glass stained with sweat, droplets of grease, water or dusty glass is washed with warm water and detergent (you can use it for washing dishes) and wiped dry with a soft flannel or cotton cloth. The fabric must be clean.

Caring for plastic glasses

Plastic glasses more expensive, comfortable, thin and light. But if used incorrectly, such products quickly fail, microcracks, scratches and “rainbow” stains appear on them. Plastic lenses are soft and require delicate care. How to properly clean such glass?

• Breathe on the glass and wipe it with whatever comes to hand - the simplest method, but also the most destructive for plastic glass, especially if there is a darkening or protective coating on the surface of the plastic. They should be wiped with a very soft cloth or microfiber cloths.


• Plastic glasses with various coatings require special attention - anti-reflective, protective (from UV rays, for example) and sun protection. They cannot be wiped with “caustic” fat-dissolving agents; contact with acids and, if possible, fats must be avoided.


• From time to time, plastic glass with or without spraying must be washed in warm water with the addition of soft detergent(can be used for dishes). But the best options are wet wipes for glasses and special cleaning fluids, which can be easily purchased at any optical store.

• To prevent glasses from becoming dirty, you need to store them correctly: in a soft case, a special desk drawer, in a large box - anywhere where they will not be exposed to dust, grease or splashes of aggressive liquids.


• Don't leave your glasses on the shelf with shampoo and toothpaste. In general, it is better to avoid places where there is hot steam (kitchen, bathroom).


• To avoid glass fogging on frosty or rainy days, they can be pre-treated with the following composition: 7 parts of liquid transparent soap, 3 parts of glycerin and 4-5 drops of turpentine. After lubricating the surface of the glass with this composition, the glasses must be wiped clean and dry with a soft cloth. Instead of home remedy You can also use ready-made preparations made specifically for these purposes.


• Glasses (especially plastic ones) are greatly damaged by, for example, hairspray, sprayed eau de toilette, air conditioner or deodorant. Therefore, when styling your hair beautiful hairstyle or spraying yourself with aromatic products, it is better to take off your glasses.

How to clean glasses? The question is quite relevant: in warm time year we hide from the bright rays under sunglasses, while swimming, we use goggles to prevent water from getting into our eyes. Working at a computer also requires eye protection, and people with vision problems, whose glasses are designed to be worn constantly, need an answer to this question more than anyone else.

One way or another, dirt appears on the glasses, especially if you wear glasses regularly. You can avoid touching the lenses with your fingers, this leads to the formation of greasy marks, but your fingers are not the only reason for cleaning: dust, scratches, greens contribute to the formation of cloudy glasses. It would seem that it’s easy to fix the situation with dust and grease - wipe it with a handkerchief, and the problem will disappear. However, everything is not so simple. In our article we will tell you how to resolve the situation with contamination at home: how to properly clean glass lenses, plastic glasses, frames of sunglasses and glasses, what products to use so that there are no streaks left.

Glass cleaning

Cleaning the lenses of both sunglasses and eyeglasses should be done with care. Before you begin the actual cleaning, you need to find out what material the lenses are made of: are they glass or plastic.

Glass glasses have a number of advantages: they are hard, durable and are used by people with visual impairments; they last a long time, if, of course, they are properly looked after. Besides positive qualities, there are also negative ones:

• if you order glass without lightening, then the weight of the lens is quite large;
• they are very fragile: if you accidentally touch the glasses on the table, they will fall to the ground and, if the glass does not break, then scratches and abrasions will clearly appear on them;
• require mandatory protection: it is recommended to store in special cases;
• not everyone is happy appearance such accessories: many people with vision problems are confused by how they will look in certain glasses;
• in case of diopter big size Finding a suitable frame for them is very difficult.

Plastic glasses are not inferior in advantages to glass ones: the weight of such lenses is much less, the price is reasonable and more affordable than glass lenses, and frames, both metal and plastic, can be easily selected.

Among the shortcomings, we can name several of these: the material is soft, and therefore it is easy to damage, scratches appear.

Glass glasses are vision “correctors,” while glasses with plastic lenses are not used for these purposes.

There are a lot of reasons for cleaning glasses: dust from the street, drops of water, greasy marks after touching your fingers, and dots from eyelash cosmetics can remain on women’s glasses. All this leads to the fact that the glasses of vision glasses and sunglasses lose their transparency, becoming cloudy, the clarity of the image is lost due to spots literally in the middle of the glass, the contours of even objects that are nearby are blurred.

If you do not carry out cleaning in a timely manner, you risk not only “showing off” dirty glass, but due to the fact that you squint, try to look at the picture, strain, “sit down,” worsen your vision, or in your arsenal you will also get squint.

In order to clean the lenses of your glasses, you will need to use disposable wet wipes, microfiber cloths, special liquids and sprays for cleaning stains, soap, hair shampoo, and any dishwashing detergent.

Means	Mode of application
Wet wipes	You can clean the lenses of your glasses with wet wipes, but only those that are designed for this. To purchase exactly the right ones, you should go to a specialized store or optician to buy them. Do not buy any that are lying on the shelves in the supermarket. A huge advantage of using wet wipes is the fact that they contain antibacterial substances that will not only clean the glass of dust, greens and grease, but also eliminate germs and bacteria. But among the minuses are the stains left behind.
	If there are no glasses on the glasses serious pollution fat or herbs, you can clean them under running water. Simply run them under a low-pressure stream for 30 seconds to a minute, and then simply wipe them with a microfiber cloth or leave them on a paper towel until completely dry.
Toothpaste	Using toothpaste you can remove minor scratches on glass. Apply the product to each lens of your glasses and wipe in a circular motion with a cotton pad or swab, without using force.
	At home, you can clean your glasses with regular toilet soap. And if you also have it in a liquid state, great. First of all, wash your hands, since handling glass with dirty fingers is unacceptable. Next, hold the glasses under running warm water so that the liquid gets on both sides - outer and inner. On the index and thumb Apply liquid soap and wipe the lenses with smooth movements from side to side. Rinse off the glasses under running water and place the glasses on a napkin so that the remaining drops drain off. If time is running out, you urgently need your glasses, and there are no special microfiber cloths at hand, a dry paper napkin will come in handy. Do not rub the glass in a circular motion, just blot it.
Microfiber cloths	Microfiber cloths are best for removing dust, fingerprints and other contaminants from glasses. This material is soft enough and does not leave scratches on surfaces. These wipes can be used to clean both glass and plastic glasses. An alternative to microfiber cloths are suede cloths, which are suitable for removing dirt from glass glasses.
	Soda is an excellent remedy, helping to remove scratches from the surface of the glasses lens. Dissolve a certain amount of powder in water until a thick mixture is formed. Apply the resulting mixture in a small amount onto the optics and use a cotton pad to wipe in a circular motion.
Special means	For cleaning glass at home the best way is the application professional means, which can be purchased at pharmacies, opticians, and stores specializing in the sale of optical accessories. When buying liquids or sprays, you need to consult with the seller or pharmacist; you need to select them according to the material from which the glass is made. Products for plastic glasses are quite suitable for glass glasses, while the use of glass sprays and liquids is not suitable for cleaning plastic glasses. Buy liquids that do not contain alcohol, as they are not recommended for removing dust, greasy marks and other contaminants. Start cleaning the glass: with clean hands, apply the purchased product, whether liquid or spray, over the entire surface with even, smooth movements, and then wipe with a soft microfiber cloth. At the same time, do not apply a lot of force, be careful and careful to avoid damage to glass eyeglasses or sunglasses with plastic lenses. During the cold season, always carry napkins with you, as windows in transport, shops, and other establishments fog up when the temperature changes. Keep anti-fog sprays on hand as well.
Shampoo or dishwashing liquid	Hair and dishwashing detergents also work well to clean eyeglass lenses. Take a small container and fill it with water, adding a couple of drops of shampoo or dishwashing detergent to the liquid. Place sunglasses or glasses into the resulting solution.. After a certain period of time, remove the accessory and rinse under running water, washing off any remaining soapy liquid. Next, blot the glasses with a napkin or leave the water to drain by placing the glasses on the paper.

Cleaning your glasses frames

You can clean your glasses frames at home with the same wet wipes you use to wipe your glasses.

Thanks to this procedure, the coating of the frame does not quickly wear off and will not be scratched.

If green appears on the frame of your glasses, you should replace it with a better one. If you are going to try to clean the frame of this contamination, take a screwdriver and unscrew the nose pads. Next, use a toothbrush, dipping it in a soapy solution or dishwashing liquid, to remove the greens.

• Never wipe the lenses of sunglasses or eyeglasses with your clothing, even natural cotton fabric or a piece of material, soaking them in a vinegar solution, ammonia and other alcohol-containing drugs, special means for washing glass and mirrors. Vinegar and other liquids will harm plastic glasses.
• Glasses must be stored in a case. A more reliable option would be a hard one, since storage in a soft case will not protect against shocks and accidental presses. You can also put a microfiber cloth in a special container for glasses so that it is always at hand.
• It is recommended to put on and take off glasses with both hands to prevent the temples from becoming deformed.
• You should also not wear glasses as a hair band, as this will cause the temples to widen.
• Even if you don’t wear glasses all the time, but, for example, wear them while working at a computer in the office, take a microfiber cloth with you. In case of cloudiness, you can easily clean the dirty glass.
• It is worth rinsing your glasses regularly under running warm water as a preventative measure.
• Don't forget to clean the frame. The same products are suitable for this as for cleaning glass.
• Avoid direct contact sun rays on the lens, as this will lead to a decrease in its quality.

So you have learned how to clean your glasses at home. We have offered you several cleansing options - choose the one that suits you. Good luck!

Without any doubt, it can be said that surface treatment of plastic spectacle lenses has made significant contributions to improving their quality and aesthetic design.

It was previously believed that glasses with such lenses became dirty and dirty very quickly.

Organic lenses, which have almost completely replaced mineral lenses, have a number of advantages. They are much lighter, stronger, but they are softer and their use would hardly be possible without high-quality surface treatment.

Causes of lens damage and popular cleaning methods

Various detergents are used to clean the surface, tap water, wet wipes, improvised items, such as clothes, but all this is not suitable for cleaning. After using them, cracks and scratches remain on the surface, especially on the surface of plastic lenses. The volume and size of the cracks can be different; they can be so small that it will be impossible to see them with the naked eye.

Over time, the number of these cracks increases and creates the effect of a foggy look or looking through foggy glass. The more the lens is damaged, the more easily various particles attach to it, which contribute to the formation of new cracks and the enlargement of existing ones. Fat particles that fall on glass, for example from eyelashes, and skin become more and more difficult to remove over time, as they penetrate into deep cracks, which are hard-to-reach places for regular cleaning. Therefore it is important to know how to clean lenses, so that they serve you as long as possible.

Popular cleaning products are alcohol-based liquid lens cleaners combined with surface active substances. Large amounts of alcohol may, in some cases, have Negative influence on the surface of spectacle lenses. For example, in the case of alcohol and acetone, only cleaners with water and surfactants are acceptable. Although they are not as effective, they do not damage the edges of the lenses. Cracks on the surface of plastic eyeglass lenses are often the result of cleaning with very warm water. We also need to be careful when using wet paper wipes. Various additives and hard wood particles contained in them can cause scratches.

How to properly clean lenses

If you are looking for an answer to a question how to clean glasses, then refer to the manufacturers' recommendations. You can use regular soap and running water to clean your lenses. Lens manufacturers recommend using cold water. This is a fairly convenient method and one of the safest, it can be used everywhere and for this you do not need to have a special cleaning agent with you, but a piece of soap and water are available everywhere.

Try to allow less contact between the surface of the spectacle lenses and any other surface (no matter which). Therefore, when you are at home, after you wash your glasses, place your glasses on the table and let the lenses dry on their own. If you are not at home and the process of drying lenses cannot be avoided, then use regular cotton pads, they absorb moisture well.

Finally

There is no optimal way to clean lenses, but there is a human factor and each of us is able to monitor the condition of our glasses and lenses. Nothing lasts forever, but if we take a responsible approach to cleaning our lenses, they can last us a long time.

If you take care of your glasses correctly, you can not only extend their service life, but also maintain the health of your eyes. First of all, proper care– this is daily cleaning of lenses from dirt and dust (and this is not surprising, since it is quite difficult to remove stubborn dirt, and you will definitely see worse through dirty glasses). At the same time, glasses need to be protected from various damages. Let's take a closer look at how to care for your glasses.

Key rules of care

The main rule is extremely simple - you need to handle glasses with care (although they require even more careful care). Let's take a look at some important points.

How to wear it correctly?

Let's make a reservation right away that glasses are not a rim, and therefore they should not be worn on the head or often raised on the forehead. Otherwise, the temples will quickly bend, and the screws holding them will become loose, which will disrupt the symmetry of the lens arrangement. The result is eye fatigue. In addition, the vision correction device can easily be broken or damaged.

You should put on/take off glasses very carefully, and always with both hands. Otherwise, the problems will be the same as those described earlier.

Important information! If necessary, you need to adjust your glasses by holding one of the lenses (top and bottom) with two fingers, but not by the bridge. In the second option, the load on the central element of the frame increases. And if it (the frame) is also painted, then the paint may eventually wear off, causing an unattractive stain to appear in the most noticeable place.

How to store?

It is important that the lenses do not come into contact with hard surfaces - this will prevent chips/scratches that impair the clarity of visible objects. If you need to temporarily remove your glasses and put them somewhere, do it with the lenses facing up. Place them in the case in the same way. Speaking of the case. It should be firm and have a lid. Try not to use a case, because if you constantly insert your glasses into it from one side, you will end up with a lot of small scratches on the glass.

You should not store glasses in the bathroom or kitchen - in these rooms they can get exposed to various types of aggressive substances, hot steam, grease, dirt and just water.

On a note! Deodorants, hairsprays, and perfumes are especially dangerous for glass. Therefore, glasses should always be removed before “beautifying”.

Another, no less important problem is exposure to heating devices and sunlight, which is especially important if glasses have plastic lenses. After all, when high temperatures The plastic may melt, causing alignment to be disrupted.

How to clean?

Frames need to be cleaned to maintain their aesthetics, and lenses need to be cleaned to maintain clarity. The most important thing in in this case– this is the choice of the appropriate material, especially when it comes to cleaning the lens on both sides. Rags, clothes or paper napkins are not suitable for this because they are too rough. Much depends, of course, on the specific type of lenses, but there are general rule: Use only clean material stored in the case.

Table. Instructions for caring for glasses.

Steps, photo	Description of actions
	As noted earlier, glasses should be removed with two hands, not one, otherwise the device may become deformed.
	Wearing glasses on your head is another one. fast way to deformation. Moreover, the risk of glasses breaking in this situation increases significantly.
	You cannot adjust your glasses with one finger, so as not to create central part structures additional load. Also, such actions will lead to abrasion of the paint in this area, which will not add attractiveness to the glasses.
	Clean the glass with a special microfiber cloth - these are sold in a pharmacy or optical store. You can rinse the glass first clean water, and then wipe dry with a napkin. To identify uncleaned areas, you can breathe on the glass and then promptly wipe the desired areas (until the condensation evaporates).
	Glass can be cleaned using special solutions (in the form of a spray). Apply the solution to the glass, then perform the manipulations indicated in the previous step.
	You can also purchase a glasses repair kit. After all, the screws that secure the arms can become loose during wear, but if you have such a set, they can be tightened with a special screwdriver. As an option, you can bring the glasses to the workshop.
	The frame should be adjusted every year or two. This can be done in the same place where you purchased your glasses (usually free of charge).
	If you do not use your glasses for some time, keep them in a special case so that the glasses are not accidentally damaged. The case can be purchased with glasses or separately.

Features of caring for glass lenses

The advantages of such lenses are durability and resistance to physical impact. The disadvantages include thickness, heavy weight and massiveness (the latter depends on the dioptres). Glass lenses are not too demanding to care for - you can use a special solution or warm water with dishwashing detergent to wash them.

Important! You need to wipe the glass with a microfirbe cloth, although, as an option, you can use flannel or cotton cloth.

Features of caring for plastic lenses

Plastic lenses are modern, lightweight, comfortable and relatively thin, but at the same time, soft and extremely unstable to damage (stains, cracks, scratches appear on them). For this reason, these glasses must be cared for with care. So, they should be wiped with a soft cloth (for example, the same microfiber), and washed with warm water and shower gel or shampoo (that is, with a mild detergent). Or special napkins.

On a note! If the lenses have a special polymer coating (say, against UV radiation), then fat-dissolving agents cannot be used! The same goes for vinegar, ammonia, window cleaner and bleach.

What means should I use?

To purchase a cleaning product, you need to go either to a specialized store or to an optician. Let's take a closer look at some of these tools:

• cleaning liquids and sprays(they are good because they cope with any dirt - including hand marks, greasy stains - and have antistatic properties);

• means to prevent glass from fogging in rain or frost(if desired, you can make a similar product yourself - to do this, mix glycerin with transparent liquid soap in a ratio of 3:7 and add four to five drops of turpentine);
• reusable microfiber cloths(they not only effectively remove any dirt, but also do not leave behind streaks);

• disposable napkins made of super soft fiber(differ in that they perfectly remove various contaminants not only from the surface of the lenses, but also from micropores, and thanks to alcohol solution, with which they are impregnated, they also receive antibacterial properties).

Important! If you take proper care of your glasses, they will last you about three years. Lenses, as a rule, last about one to two years. After this, you will have to visit an ophthalmologist to select new ones, taking into account the change in vision during this time.

Master Class. Removing Serious Scratches on Glasses

Scratches on glass sooner or later appear on all glasses, and if small ones can be dealt with with the help of special wipes and cleaning solutions, then with more serious ones everything is somewhat more difficult. Let's look at how you can remove serious scratches using regular... toothpaste. For the convenience of portal visitors, the information is presented in the form of step-by-step instructions.

Take toothpaste and apply it to the damaged glass. Any paste contains microscopic abrasives that will help grind the outer layers of the lens.

Take a piece of soft cloth and rub the paste onto the surface of the glass. It is important that the cloth used is not abrasive or rough, otherwise new scratches may appear on the lens.

Rub the toothpaste only with longitudinal movements! If they are circular, then there is a risk of the same circular scratches appearing. Also try not to stay in one place for a long time during processing - this can cause the paste to penetrate through the outer layers and, as a result, damage the inner surface.

To wash off the paste, use glass cleaner or just warm water (or, alternatively, both).

In the end, all that remains is to wipe the glass with a microfiber cloth. Try to get rid of all paste residue and fingerprints.

Video - How to properly care for glasses

Damage, stains and dirt can cause your glasses to become foggy, significantly limiting your vision. While it's nearly impossible to restore scratched lenses to their original clarity, there are methods you can use to clean cloudy glasses without damaging the lenses. With the right tools in hand and the skills to properly clean your lenses, you'll soon see blue sky where previously only cloudy lenses were seen.

Steps

Cleaning Cloudy Lenses

Take a soft, clean cloth. New glasses purchased from an optical store usually come with a microfiber cloth that is specifically designed for cleaning lenses. This cloth is ideal for cleaning up stains and haze.

Use glass cleaner. This liquid has been specially formulated to remove dirt stains without harming the lenses or their coating. Spray some glass cleaner onto the glass and wipe it with a soft, clean cloth.

Use dish soap and warm water. If you don't have glass cleaner on hand, you can use a drop of dish soap and warm water to remove dirt and restore your lenses to their original shine. Use your fingers to gently spread the product over the surface of the lenses. Then rinse off the detergent with warm water and evaluate the result.

Wipe your glasses with a soft cloth. After finally rinsing off the cleaner, take a soft cloth and wipe the lenses dry with light circular movements. Try not to rub the lenses too much, as this can damage them over time.

Inspect the lenses for stubborn stains. Depending on how dirty your glasses are, you may need to apply the cleaner again to completely clean the lenses. Flush hot water After using another portion of cleaner or dishwashing detergent, wipe the lenses with a soft cloth.

Scrape off any plaque from the nose pads. Oil and dust can accumulate in the space between the nose pads and lenses, creating a cloudy film around your nose. You can scrub off this grime using a soft-bristled toothbrush, dish soap, and warm water. The main thing is not to rub the lenses themselves with a toothbrush.

• Fill a bowl or other container with soapy, warm water.
• Dip toothbrush into the solution and stir it.
• Gently scrape the metal piece that connects the nose pad to the frame of your glasses.
• Rinse your toothbrush in soap/water to remove any accumulated dirt and plaque.
• Rinse your glasses in warm water.
• If there is still dirt on your glasses, continue scraping until it is completely removed.

1. Protect your lens cleaning cloth from contamination by particles. The more dust and dirt gets on the fabric, the more harm they will cause damage to the lenses. Every time you dry, wipe, or polish your lenses, these particles will rub against the lenses of your glasses.

   • To keep your lens cleaning cloth clean, keep it in your glasses case that you carry with you all day. You can also place the fabric in a plastic bag or other container and store it in your backpack or bag.

2. Wash the lens cloth. Depending on the fabric material, the washing process may vary. Soft cloth Cotton can be washed like any other material, but it is best to follow the instructions that come with the fabric. To clean a microfiber cloth, do the following:

   Clean your lenses regularly. Throughout the day, your glasses will collect dust, dirt, and oil from your face and hands. Clean your lenses regularly with lens cleaner or warm water and detergent to reduce the cloudiness of your glasses.

   Keep your glasses in a case when you are not wearing them. This will protect your glasses from dust and damage. Place your glasses first in the case, and only then on the bedside table. This will protect your glasses from damage if you accidentally drop them.