6 Ways to Repair Scratched Safety Glasses

When you’re on the job, the fewer distractions, the better. Distractions can lead to mistakes that can cause loss of productivity, asset loss, injuries, and worse. When your safety glasses are scratched, it can become a distracting nuisance. Instead of tossing them in the garbage and reaching for a new pair, why not try to repair them? It’s easier than you think. Read on for six simple ways to restore your safety glasses to their original glory and get back to work.

Dispense a pea-sized amount of non-abrasive toothpaste onto the scratched surface of your safety glasses. Slowly buff your glasses with the toothpaste and a soft cloth in a circular motion. Continue until the scratches are gone. Thoroughly rinse your glasses and allow them to dry.

Pour some glass cleaner into a small bowl. Add a few drops of dish soap and mix the solution thoroughly. Dampen a soft cloth with the solution and rub the scratched surface until the scratches disappear. Rinse the glasses thoroughly and dry them with a microfiber cloth.

Believe it or not, car wax can easily permeate and remove scratches from your safety glasses. Apply a little car wax to the scratched surface and rub it in with a soft cloth until the scratches are gone. Rinse your glasses thoroughly and dry them with a microfiber cloth.

Combine vinegar and baking soda and mix well. When the foam subsides, dampen a soft cloth with the mixture, apply to the scratched area, and rub until the scratches disappear. Rinse well and dry them with a microfiber cloth.

Repair the scratches on your safety glasses with a kit made to do just that. The polishing solution and abrasive pads are specifically made to remove pesky scratches.

Start with warm water and add a few drops of baby wash. Absorb the solution with a soft cloth. Dab the scratches on your glasses with the soft cloth until they are removed. Rinse and dry your safety glasses with a microfiber cloth.

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