How to Repair Fine Fractures on Prescription Glasses

Prescription glasses are easily repaired when fine scratches appear.

Often, eyeglasses get small scratches on them from normal wear and tear. Taking glasses to an optometrist for repair is expensive. Usually the optometrist will want to replace the lens. For slight scratches, it can be more cost-effective to make repairs at home using items around the house. Of course, major scratches likely cannot be fixed at home, so eyeglasses should be taken to the optometrist for appropriate replacement.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Toothpaste
• Cotton ball
• Windshield wiper fluid
• Cotton cloth
• Baking soda

1. Use a cotton ball to apply plain white toothpaste and buff using a circular motion. Rinse glasses.

2. For slightly deeper scratches, follow the cotton ball treatment by applying windshield wiper fluid to the affected areas. Apply the fluid with a cotton cloth and gently polish.

3. Make a paste of one part baking soda and one part water if scratches still remain. Apply with a cotton cloth then rinse. Any process may need to be repeated if the scratch is not diminished.

References

• How to Remove Scratches on Eye Glasses