How to Clean Eyeglasses

If your idea of cleaning your eyeglasses is to run them under the faucet and wipe them on your shirt or to fog up the lenses with your breathe and then wipe, you need to learn some new techniques. There are many ways to clean them that will reduce damage and help add to the life of your eyeglasses.

It is extremely important to take good care of your eyeglasses. By taking care of your glasses you are taking care of your eyes. There is general maintenance you need to do to keep your glasses in good condition, so that they last you as long as you need them to.

• Check with your eyeglass center. Many offer free maintenance, such as replacement of nose pads, adjustments, tightening and many other services you might not realize are available to you.


• Purchase an eye care kit when you get your glasses. These can even be purchased at dollar stores. You will need a cleaning spray, cloth for wiping and it is helpful to also have a kit that includes the small screwdriver and screws for emergencies.


• Check the screws once a week, to be sure they are snug.


• Observe how you set your glasses down and be sure to never lay them on the lens, use a case to store them and prevent scratches.


• Clean the glasses by spraying the lens with spray and then using the soft cloth to gently wipe the smudges away. Do this daily to prevent buildup and the feel of looking through a fog.

All of the above are general maintenance that should be part of your eyeglass care routine.