There may be times when you need to adjust your eyewear. When you purchase a new pair of glasses, you find that one of the arms does not fit properly. It can be quite frustrating. It may be that you have worn your glasses day-in, day-out for a long time and, over time, they have slipped down your nose or appear crooked.

You need not worry; there is a simple solution to this problem! There are two ways to perform this task: either by hiring a professional or doing it yourself at home. Detailed instructions are provided below by one of our qualified opticians:

Making adjustments to your nose pads

The following instructions will assist you in changing the way your nose pads fit:

• Grip your glasses firmly.

• Place your thumb and forefinger on the nose pad.

• A slight adjustment can be made to one of them.

• On the other pad, repeat the process.

• If they work, try them on.

Ensure that the fit is satisfactory by repeating the process. Adjust the settings only a few times at a time.

An adjustment can be made to the arms of a plastic or metal frame

• The following instructions will allow you to adjust the way the arms of your glasses fit:
• You should place them on and mark the point at which you would like the bend to begin on your glasses.
• Remove them from the ends and heat the side where you intend to bend them for about 20-30 seconds. Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer or mug of hot water, but caution should be exercised to avoid burning yourself.
• In order to straighten the glasses, bend them gently, but firmly.
• It is recommended that the arms be re-heated for another 20 seconds.
• In the area where you made a mark, bend your arm around your thumb in a smooth curve.
• It is recommended that you try the clothes on again and see if they feel better this time, if not, try again until you are satisfied.

Please feel free to contact our opticians for further assistance – our contact information can be found here. You might need an expert’s eye to make your rimless glasses right again if you have ordered them from us and they have need of adjusting.

Additionally, we offer a variety of tools and services to assist you in finding the ideal solution for you. The Best Fit Machine, for example, allows you to select new glasses based on the measurements of your current glasses, whereas our Home Trial program provides you with the opportunity to try up to four pairs before making a purchase. By doing so, you are removing the possibility of finding something that is not suitable for you when purchasing eyewear online.