Magnifying Glasses
Hand-held, stand and head-mounted magnifiers compared by power, lens size and comfort for reading, hobbies and low vision.
Browse guidesFrames that flatter your face shape, the right magnifier, a spotless ultrasonic clean, and fixes for glue, stains and slipping nose pads. Tell us what you are stuck on and get a clear answer.
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Hand-held, stand and head-mounted magnifiers compared by power, lens size and comfort for reading, hobbies and low vision.
Browse guidesWhich ultrasonic eyeglass cleaners work, what solution to use and how to clean glasses safely.
Browse guidesFind glasses for long, oblong, round and square faces with clear do and don't lists.
Browse guidesThe best glue for glass and safe ways to remove super glue from glass and lenses.
Browse guidesRemove hard-water spots, grease and residue from glass without scratching.
Browse guidesAdjust nose pads, stop slipping and fix red marks for a comfortable fit.
Browse guidesTap the shape closest to yours and see what works and what to skip.
Oversized, deeper frames with decorative temples shorten the look of a long face. Aviators, round and square-round shapes suit well. Skip narrow rectangles.
Soak a cloth in warm soapy water and rest it on the glue for 5 to 10 minutes.
Dab acetone-based remover on plain glass only. Never on coated lenses or plastic frames.
Use a plastic scraper or old card at a low angle. Metal blades scratch.
Wipe with glass cleaner and a microfibre cloth until streak-free.
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Choose frames that add width and depth, such as oversized round, aviator or square-round shapes with decorative temples. Avoid narrow, shallow rectangles that stretch the face further.
Yes for most glass and plastic lenses, with short cycles and a mild solution. Check coating guidance from your lens maker, and keep the water cool.
Soak in warm soapy water, apply acetone to plain glass only, lift gently with a plastic scraper, then clean with glass cleaner. Never use acetone on coated lenses or plastic frames.
It depends on the job: UV-cure glass adhesive for clear bonds, two-part epoxy for strength, and silicone for flexible or waterproof joints.
Hold the pad arm with both hands and gently pinch or spread it. Make small moves and check the fit after each change. An optician can usually do it quickly.
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