Reglaze - FITTING NEW LENSES IN OLD Sunglasses

If your lens gets damaged, you may notice a cloudy or hazy appearance, rainbow-like spots, scratches that won’t clean off, peeling or flaking, and increased glare. If the coating is damaged, it cannot be repaired, and the lenses would need replacing.

You can tell if your glasses lens coating is damaged by looking for these signs:

1. Cloudy or Hazy Appearance – If your lenses look foggy or have a permanent haze, the coating may be peeling or deteriorating.

2. Rainbow or Iridescent Spots – If you see rainbow-like discoloration, the anti-reflective (AR) coating might be wearing off.

3. Scratches That Don't Clean Off – Coating damage can make scratches more visible, and they won’t go away even after cleaning.

4. Peeling or Flaking – You might see small patches where the coating is chipping away, especially around the edges.

5. Reduced Clarity or Glare Issues – If your glasses aren’t reducing glare as well as before, the AR or anti-glare coating might be compromised.

If you notice these signs, the coating is likely damaged and you would need to consider getting new lenses.

Yes, you can replace just the lenses in your sunglasses while keeping the same frames. Here’s what you need to know:

1. Check If Your Frames Can Support New Lenses

• Plastic or Metal Frames: Most durable frames can handle lens replacement.

• Rimless or Semi-Rimless Frames: These may require specific lens types.

• Old or Damaged Frames: If your frames are weak or brittle, replacing just the lenses might not be ideal.

2. Get a New Prescription (If Needed)

• If your vision has changed, an updated prescription ensures the best clarity.

3. Choose the Right Lens Type

• Single Vision: For general near or distance vision.

• Progressive/Bifocal: If you need multiple focal points.

• Polarised or Tinted: Optional add-ons for glare reduction.

If you're unsure - Just get in touch and we can help guide you.

The price for replacing lenses in your sunglasses starts from £40 for single vision lenses or £120 for varifocal lenses.

Once you place your order for lenses through our website and send us your sunglasses, they generally take about a week to be returned to you.

Absolutely! Select from single vision or varifocal prescription lenses, including options like, custom tints, polarised, or mirrored sunglasses. If you need anything, feel free to inquire.

Only if your sunglasses are to be prescription.

Your pupillary distance (PD) is the distance between your pupils - we need it to make sure your vision through your sunglasses is tailored perfectly to your eyes. Read more about Measuring Your PD here.

Yup - if you have sunglasses you still love, vintage or modern, we can refurbish and reglaze them with our glasses restoration services. Read about our Polishing Service or Reglazing Service here.

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Cleaning sunglasses effectively involves a few key steps:

1. Rinse: Rinse your glasses under lukewarm water to remove any dust/sand and debris.

2. Use Gentle Soap: Apply a small drop of mild dish soap or eyeglass cleaner to both sides of the lenses and the frames.

3. Gently Clean: Use your fingertips to gently rub the lenses, frames, and nose pads to remove any oils or dirt.

4. Rinse Again: Rinse the sunglasses thoroughly under running water to remove all soap residue.

5. Dry Carefully: Use a clean, soft lint-free cloth (microfiber works well) to gently dry your glasses. Avoid using paper towels or clothing that may scratch the lenses.

Remember to avoid using hot water (which can damage lens coatings) and harsh chemicals (like ammonia-based cleaners) that can harm the lenses. With gentle care, your glasses will stay clean and scratch-free!

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Unfortunately, if your lenses have developed scratches or chips, the only solution is to replace them. Simply purchase your new lenses, and we will install them for you at no additional cost.

Our sunglasses lenses start from:

Single Vision: £40

Varifocals: £120

Getting your eyes tested regularly is indeed crucial, not just for maintaining good vision but also for identifying underlying health conditions that might not present obvious symptoms. Routine eye exams can help detect:

1. Glaucoma: Often called the "silent thief of sight," glaucoma can progress without noticeable symptoms until significant damage occurs.

2. Diabetes: Eye tests can reveal early signs of diabetic retinopathy, a condition where high blood sugar damages blood vessels in the retina.

3. High Blood Pressure: Changes in the blood vessels in your eyes can indicate hypertension, even before other symptoms arise.

4. High Cholesterol: Deposits in the eyes may hint at elevated cholesterol levels.

5. Autoimmune Disorders: Conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis can cause inflammation visible during an eye exam.

6. Brain Tumors: Changes in vision or the optic nerve may signal a serious neurological condition, including tumors.

7. Thyroid Disease: Issues like Graves' disease can cause eye symptoms detectable during an examination.

8. Age-Related Conditions: Diseases like macular degeneration or cataracts are more common as we age but may progress unnoticed without regular checks.

Given the wide range of health insights that an eye test can provide, it's wise to adhere to the recommendation of every two years—or more frequently if advised by an optician, particularly if you have a family history of eye diseases or other risk factors.

No, you are not obligated to buy glasses from the place where you get your eyes tested.

After your eye test, the optician is required to give you a copy of your prescription. This allows you the freedom to shop for glasses wherever you prefer. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Your Rights:

1. Receive Your Prescription: Ensure the optician provides you with your prescription after the eye test.

2. Free to Shop Elsewhere: You can use the prescription to buy glasses at another optician, an online retailer, or even discount stores.

3. Compare Prices: Different stores and online platforms offer a range of prices and styles, so you can shop around for the best deal that suits your budget and taste.

Varifocal lenses, also known as progressive and mulifocal lenses, are a type of lens designed to correct vision at multiple distances—near, intermediate, and far—without the visible lines seen in bifocal or trifocal lenses. They provide a seamless transition between different focal points, offering a more natural and versatile visual experience. Here’s how they work and their key features:

How Varifocal Lenses Work

• The top part of the lens is optimized for distant vision, such as driving or watching television.

• The middle section is tailored for intermediate vision, like working on a computer.

• The bottom part is designed for close-up tasks, such as reading or using a smartphone.

The transition between these zones is gradual, meaning there’s no sudden jump in vision, unlike bifocals, which have a distinct line separating near and far vision areas.

Advantages of Varifocal Lenses

1. Seamless Vision: They allow you to see clearly at all distances without switching between multiple pairs of glasses.

2. Aesthetic Appeal: No visible lines, so they look like standard lenses.

3. Convenience: Ideal for people who need correction for presbyopia (age-related difficulty focusing on close objects) and other refractive errors like myopia or hyperopia.

Potential Challenges

1. Adjustment Period: Some people may need time to adapt to the lenses, as they require precise eye movements to use the correct part of the lens.

2. Distortion: Peripheral distortion can occur, especially with lower-quality lenses.

3. Cost: Varifocal lenses tend to be more expensive than single-vision or bifocal lenses because of the technology involved in manufacturing them.

Who Can Benefit from Varifocal Lenses?

• People aged 40 and above who are experiencing presbyopia.

• Anyone who wants a single pair of glasses to manage vision at multiple distances.

Read our guide here - to learn what it all means

Understanding my prescription and what it all means

A simple and quick way to determine if a lens is polarised is by using a computer screen

1. Setup: Place the lens you want to test in front of the computer screen. Ensure the screen is displaying a bright, white background for better visibility of changes in brightness.

2. Initial Observation: Hold the lens in front of the screen and observe the brightness level

3. Rotation Test: Slowly rotate the lens while observing the screen through it. Keep your eyes focused on any changes in brightness or intensity.

4. Changes in Brightness: A polarised lens will typically cause changes in brightness as you rotate it. At certain angles, the lens will block more or less light depending on its polarisation axis relative to the polarization of the light emitted by the screen.

5. Confirmation: To confirm that the lens is polarized, rotate it in different directions and note if the brightness through the lens changes consistently. If the brightness changes significantly as you rotate the lens, it indicates that the lens is polarised.

Tips:

• Ensure the screen brightness is set to a level where changes in intensity are noticeable.

• Polarized lenses are designed to block light waves oscillating in certain orientations, so rotating the lens should affect the amount of light passing through it.

By following these steps and observing changes in brightness as you rotate the lens, you can determine if the lens is polarised based on its interaction with the light from the computer screen.

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