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09-28-2008 03:41 AM |
Anyone have any tips for keeping ones glasses clean in the shop? Mine are always dusty and I hate to wipe them off too much for fear of scratches. I do blow them off but you know, it only sort of works. |
17 replies so far
#1 posted 09-28-2008 03:45 AM |
Glass or plastic lenses ? -- I'm absolutely positive that I couldn't be more uncertain! |
#2 posted 09-28-2008 03:48 AM |
Plastic. polycarb safety corrective. |
#3 posted 09-28-2008 04:16 AM |
And it is even more fun when sweat runs down and mixes with the dust! -- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood" |
#4 posted 09-28-2008 04:22 AM |
Have you tried an anti static spray on the plastic yet ? Do you have running water in your shop ? -- I'm absolutely positive that I couldn't be more uncertain! |
#5 posted 09-28-2008 04:24 AM |
No running water. I did try the spray but it seems to only work for about ten minutes when I am sanding. I am going to put an exhaust fan in my shop window tomorrow so perhaps that will help a little. |
#6 posted 09-28-2008 04:26 AM |
a used dryer sheet works wonders -- www.carvingandturningsbyrick.com, Rick Kruse, Grand Rapids, MI |
#7 posted 09-28-2008 04:29 AM |
Dryer sheets! Now why didnt I think of that!!! |
#8 posted 09-28-2008 05:05 PM |
Go to a local eye doctor and they will give you one of those anti scratch cloths. The last time I replaced my glasses because of scratches my doctor gave me 6 of them to keep everywhere. I also bought some of that cleaner spray, but ultimately the cloth is all I need. -- The Hand Tool School is Open for Business! Check out my blog and podcast "The Renaissance Woodworker" at www.renaissancewoodworker.com |
#9 posted 09-28-2008 05:34 PM |
Becareful using dryer sheets on plastic lens. They will scratch. -- If we learn from our mistakes, I'm getting a fantastic education. |
#10 posted 09-28-2008 05:46 PM |
Dusty56: You can use the wipes that are sold for computer screens be sure to blow them off or even better rinse in water first then daub with a cotton towel then use the wipes. Most polycarbonate lenses are treated to be scratch resistant and its is the most durable plastic I know if. Randolph -- another tip from cooperedpatterns |
#11 posted 09-30-2008 03:53 AM |
Try agrranging your shop vac to clear the saw dust as you sand. All glasses should be rinsed before being wiped with any thing so they won’t het scratched. rt -- RTB. stray animals are just looking for love |
#12 posted 09-30-2008 08:55 PM |
You could get a better dust collector too. |
#13 posted 10-01-2008 05:32 AM |
I use a microfiber cloth. Another irritation is when you’re wearing a dust mask, particularly one of the paper variety, and the lenses fog up every time you exhale. PITA |
#14 posted 10-01-2008 07:27 AM |
I use a respirator. It is worth it. I think I paid $30 for one. Its’ much easier to breathe and I end up using it more because of it. |
#15 posted 10-01-2008 09:46 AM |
I have a respirator too, and it doesn’t have the fog effect. I use it for more severe situations. It is heavier & less comfortable than the paper “nuisance dust” paper type. There are times I’d like to use something like the paper ones, were it not for the fogging problem. |
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