Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan JUST THE BASICS ne of the most asked question I hear is: How should I clean my glasses? Whether your lenses have a coating, a surface treatment, or are untreated, the answer is always the same. First: Rinse your lenses (never using hot water). Second: Spray lens cleaner on front and back surfaces, then rub with your fingers to loosen oils and debris Third: Rinse lenses again (again never using hot water). And the final step is to wipe the lenses dry with a cloth towel. Dry wiping the lenses without using water and cleaner will smear more and life of your coating, or surface treatments. If your lenses have a scratch resistant coating, and you keep dry wiping your lenses the heat and friction will reduce the effectiveness and life of your coating. end-up shortening the t REGIONAL EYE OPTICAL, as opticians, we like to share our knowledge of our industry We are here to help and inform. If you are in need of new eyewear you do not need an appointment to browse our frames, and we will be happy to assist you in selecting the appropriate frame for you. We are located at 1455 Montreal Street SE, in Hutchinson. Our office hours are M & TH 8:00 am 7:30 pm Tu & W 8:00 am 5:30 pm, Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm If you have a coating or surface treatment on your lenses, check with your optician as to what cleaning solution is appropriate to use on your lenses. Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan JUST THE BASICS ne of the most asked question I hear is: How should I clean my glasses? Whether your lenses have a coating, a surface treatment, or are untreated, the answer is always the same. First: Rinse your lenses (never using hot water). Second: Spray lens cleaner on front and back surfaces, then rub with your fingers to loosen oils and debris Third: Rinse lenses again (again never using hot water). And the final step is to wipe the lenses dry with a cloth towel. Dry wiping the lenses without using water and cleaner will smear more and life of your coating, or surface treatments. If your lenses have a scratch resistant coating, and you keep dry wiping your lenses the heat and friction will reduce the effectiveness and life of your coating. end-up shortening the t REGIONAL EYE OPTICAL, as opticians, we like to share our knowledge of our industry We are here to help and inform. If you are in need of new eyewear you do not need an appointment to browse our frames, and we will be happy to assist you in selecting the appropriate frame for you. We are located at 1455 Montreal Street SE, in Hutchinson. Our office hours are M & TH 8:00 am 7:30 pm Tu & W 8:00 am 5:30 pm, Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm If you have a coating or surface treatment on your lenses, check with your optician as to what cleaning solution is appropriate to use on your lenses.