If you are someone who wears glasses or sunglasses regularly, you must have had your share of bad days with the everyday issues that come with being a glasses-bearer.
One such pretty common trouble is how after a certain duration of usage, the nose pads start digging in, giving those annoying, pesky marks and making you give up the “glasses-life”!
Wearing your glasses for a prolonged period causes the nose pads to become loose, uncomfortable and eventually wear off. Even their colors change too! But good news here! Those unpleasant nose pads do not necessarily mean that you have to buy new glasses.
And this DIY guide will walk you through the steps to replace your nose pads and give your glasses a new vibe.
Know your Nose Pads
Before diving into the know-how behind changing the nose pads of your sunglasses, let's first have a glance at the basics- what are nose pads?
Nose pads are small, either round, oval or tear-shaped structures, that play a crucial role in keeping your glasses secure and balanced on your face. Available in multiple shapes, sizes, and materials, nose pads are that help your eyewear sit flat on your nose, maintaining absolute comfort.
It is extremely essential to pick the right kind of nose pads for your glasses. The most common types are screw-in, push-in, snap-on, or adhesive nose pads. Each type requires a slightly different replacement technique, so make sure you know what type your glasses have before getting started.
When to Replace the Nose Pads?
You can keep them as safe, clean, and scratch-free as possible, but wear and tear of the nose pads is something your glasses can never escape, and then there’s a point when things stop being smooth. How do you know it's high time the lens gets replaced, one might ask. Knowing when to replace your nose pads is key to maintaining your glasses' comfort and functionality.
If your glasses start to slip-off easily while you are driving or walking, or there might be a slight discomfort in the way it sits on the bridge of your nose, you spot any grime buildup, looseness, or faded, discolored nose pads, then you should make your mind up to take a step towards this step-by-step guide.
Replace to renew: DIY
Now, let's get down to business! Here's the no nonsense, nose pads replacement guide for your glasses’ makeover-
- Get, set, start: Wash your hands thoroughly to ensure they're clean and dry before you move to the next step.
- Get rid of them old nose pads: Very slowly and carefully, using a small, suitable-sized screwdriver, unscrew them or simply push them off with your fingers.
- Replace with the perfect fit: Choose the exact kind of nose pads, similar to the type, size, shape, and material of your old, worn-out ones, to guarantee a perfect fit.
- Make it fit right: Now all you have to do is put the new nose pads into place. Use a screwdriver if your glasses have Screw-in nose pads, or simply snap or push, if they are Snap-on/Push-in nose pads. For Adhesive pads, peel off the backing and stick them onto your glasses.
- Adjustments and final checks: After assembling, try them on to check if they sit proportionately and comfortably on your nose, and make minor adjustments to make sure they stay in place and feel light on your face.
So now that you know how to bring back the ease and comfort of a seamless pair of eyewear, without entirely giving up the old ones or burning a hole in your pocket, how quick would you be to make the fix?
