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How To Clean Your Eyeglasses

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Take care of your eyeglasses by cleaning them the proper way. By following these simple tips every day, you will prolong the life of your frames and lenses.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: a few minutes

Here's How:

  1. Rinse your glasses with water before cleaning them…this will prevent tiny particles from scratching the lenses.
  2. Clean the lenses with an eyeglass spray or liquid cleaner. Gently rub both sides of the lenses, and all sides of the frame, between your thumb and forefinger.
  3. Rinse with lukewarm water and dry the glasses with a soft, lint-free cotton cloth.

Tips:

  1. Never lay your glasses face down…this prevents scratching the lenses.
  2. Remove your glasses with both hands to prevent bending the frame.
  3. Always store your glasses in a hard case.

What You Need:

  • lukewarm water
  • eyeglass spray or liquid cleaner
  • soft, lint-free cotton cloth
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