How to Fix Scratches on Polarized Lenses

How to Fix Scratches on Polarized Lenses by Type

The method used to repair polarized sunglasses depends highly on the type of lens material. After determining if the sunglasses are made of glass or a type of plastic, proceed with the following steps.

Fixing Glass Lenses

One of the major pros of owning glass lenses is their resistance to scratches. As such, most scratched glass lenses contain deep gouges that are hard to repair. Depending on the severity of the scratch, it may be impossible to fix without professional intervention. There is one method, however, that works for minor surface scratches on polarized glass lenses.

1. Find a tube of white, non-abrasive, non-gel toothpaste and squeeze a pea-sized drop onto a cotton pad.
2. Rub the toothpaste over the scratch in a gentle, circular motion.
3. Wipe off the toothpaste using one side of a microfiber cloth.
4. Using the clean side of the cloth, dampen and wipe the lens until the toothpaste disappears.

Depending on the depth of the scratch, it may be necessary to repeat these steps more than once to produce ideal results.

Fixing Plastic Lenses

Not only are plastic polarized lenses far more popular, they are also easier to repair when scratched. The depth of the scratch may preclude users from actually repairing the lens, but there is a lot more leeway with plastic lenses.

1. Begin by thoroughly cleaning both lenses with warm water and a bit of mild dish soap, and then dry them completely.
2. Apply a thin coat of scratch-removing polish or petroleum jelly to the entire lens. Furniture polish, car wax, and non-abrasive white toothpaste work as well.
3. Use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to rub the polish in gentle, circular motions for 10 seconds.
4. Inspect the lens, looking to see if the scratch is still visible. If so, repeat.
5. Repeat the first step to cleanse the lenses.

When fixing the lenses on plastic polarized sunglasses, the basic idea is to fill in the scratch with an oily substance. As such, many similar products work well.

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