Essential Guide to Eyeglasses Care and Maintenance

• 1Simple Daily Cleaning

  The best way to clean your glasses

  Rinse them under lukewarm water (not hot) to remove dust

  Add a drop of mild dish soap or lens cleaner

  Gently rub both sides of the lenses with clean fingers

  Rinse well and dry with a microfiber cloth

  What NOT to Do

  Never use paper towels, tissues, or your shirt (they scratch lenses)

  Avoid household cleaners like Windex (they damage coatings)

  Don't use hot water (it can warp frames)

  

  Clean Glasses

• 2Taking Care of Your Frames

  For Metal Frames

  Dry them after rain or washing your face to prevent rust

  Tighten loose screws with a small eyeglass screwdriver

  Be gentle when adjusting - metal can bend out of shape

  For Plastic Frames

  Keep them away from hot cars (they can warp)

  Don't use hairspray or perfume while wearing them

  Clean with mild soap, not alcohol-based products

  

  Repairing Glasses

• 3Storing Your Glasses Safely

  At Home

  Always put them in their case when not wearing them

  Keep them in the same spot so you don't sit on them

  Don't leave them on the bathroom counter (humidity isn't good)

  On the Go

  Use a hard case in your bag or backpack

  Consider a neck strap if you take them off often

  Never put them in your pocket without protection

  

  Proper Storage

• 4Everyday Habits That Help

  Putting Them On and Off

  Always use both hands to avoid bending the arms

  Don't push them up on your head - this stretches them out

  When Not in Use

  Lay them down with the lenses facing up

  Keep them away from pets and small children

  Don't leave them where they can get knocked to the floor

  

  Daily Use

When to Get Professional Help?

• Take your glasses to an optician if

  They keep slipping no matter how you adjust them

  You see cracks in the lenses or frame

  The lenses keep popping out

  The arms feel loose even after tightening screws

• Final Tips for Long-Lasting Glasses

  Clean them regularly (dirty glasses don't work as well)

  Handle with care (they're more delicate than they look)

  Store them properly (a case is your best friend)

  Get them checked every 6 months (prevent small problems from becoming big ones)