Eyeglasses are necessary but delicate accessories. A simple accident can result in a lens scratched or cracked, and then removal of that lens becomes necessary. If you love the frame, you can remove the lens from it and keep the… Read moreEyeglass Removal From a Frame
There are times when you may need to repair your eyeglass frame yourself. You may notice that over time, they don’t fit you as perfectly as they once did, or you may have new glasses that you need to adjust… Read moreTips to Adjust Eyeglass Frame
Eyeglass frames come in many styles, shapes and sizes. Frame measurements play an important role in sizing, which ensures that the frame fits properly and works with your prescription. Measuring the frame width, or the horizontal distance between the outer… Read moreHow to Measure Eyeglass Frame Width
This is information on the industry-wide standards for sizing all eyeglass (and sunglass)frames. Frames generally are categorized by the eyesize (size of the lens opening), the bridge size (the space between the two lens at the nose) and the temple… Read moreHow to Size an Eyeglass Frame
Three numbers provide the size of your eyeglass frames: the length of the lenses, bridge and arm. These measurements are usually printed or etched on your glasses along one of the arms or ear pieces. Use these numbers as a… Read moreHow to Measure Your Eyeglass Size
White discoloration on the frame of a pair of plastic eyeglasses results from the plastic reacting to acids and chemicals in perspiration, facial grease or cosmetics on the face of the person wearing the eyeglasses. Since any chemical strong enough… Read moreHow to Clean the White Off Plastic Frame Eyeglasses
If your eyeglass frames crack or break, you’ll need to get new ones. However, this can be incredibly costly. If your lenses are fine, without any scrapes, scratches or cracks, they can be used again. All you need to do… Read moreHow to Fit Lenses Into Plastic Eyeglass Frames
Eyeglass frames are often made of acrylic. While this is a strong and durable plastic, it can break under stress. Major breaks may require you to replace the entire frame, which can be quite expensive. Some minor breaks, however, can… Read moreHow to Repair an Acrylic Eyeglass Frame
Eyeglass frames are designed for durability, but that doesn’t stop them from breaking under certain conditions. Frames will typically break at the bridge or along a handle. If you’ve broken the frames of your eyeglasses, you may need to have… Read moreHow to Glue Broken Eyeglass Frames
Many eyeglass frames are made from acrylic. Acrylic is durable, can be manufactured in any color imaginable and is cost effective, which makes it a favorable material for eyeglass frame manufacturers. While acrylic is an extremely strong plastic, eyeglass frames… Read moreHow to Repair a Broken Acrylic Eyeglass Frame
Nearly all eyeglass frames are made of plastic and are designed to be lightweight and resilient. Everyday wearing takes a toll on eyeglasses, and over a period of time, it is possible for them to break or for the frames… Read moreHow to Repair a Cracked Eyeglass Frame
The possibility of soldering eyeglass frame hinges onto metal frames depends entirely on the metals of which the frames and hinges are made. A solder made of roughly 95 percent tin and 5 percent silver will bond copper, silver, gold,… Read moreHow to Solder Metal Eyeglass Frame Hinges
Shopping for eyeglasses sounds like an easy concept, until you consider choosing the right color for the frames. Eyeglasses come in nearly every color imaginable, including traditional colors like black, trendy colors like purple and frames that blend several colors… Read moreHow to Choose Eyeglass Frame Colors