Best Tips to Repair Oakley Plastic Frames

Oakley Repair
Sunglasses can be repaired after almost any kind of damage to the frame. Damages ranging from broken hinges to cracked frames or even sunglasses that have been snapped in half from across the bridge can be repaired, and made as good as new.
If we talk about expensive sunglasses like Oakley. Laser welding is a precise method for a broken Oakley repair. This method makes the marks of repair invisible to the naked eye.

HOW TO REPAIR OAKLEY PLASTIC FRAMES?

Plastic frames for Oakley sunglasses have become very popular due to their lightweight, and variety of colors and styles. But due to wear and tear, the plastic material becomes warped, cracked, or broken in some areas. There are various methods by which plastic frames can be repaired easily-
  • Examine the broken frame to check which part needs to be repaired. If the part of the frame which rests on the ear has separated from the front of the frame, determine how it has separated. You need to make sure whether any screw is missing or the hinge has totally separated.
  • In case of any missing screws, add new ones and tighten the old ones as well
  • If the hinge is broken off, first clean the frame and the hinge with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Once the frame is completely dry, apply bonding glue on the inside of the frame and position the hinge perfectly, letting it rest for some time so that it has time to settle.
  • If the bridge is broken, you can repair it as well. Clean the frame by using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Next, you need to put some bonding glue on one side of the bridge and attach the other side carefully to it. Hold it in the same position to make sure that both the pieces adhere well to each other.
  • If you notice that your plastic frame has warped or stretched, you can do your Oakley repair by putting the frame in a bowl of warm water. Be careful to not put the frame in boiling hot water. Put your frame in the warm water for at least 1 minute. Next, you can remove the frame from the water and gently mold the front of the frame to match the curve of your face. You need to be very gentle while doing this, as the lenses may pop out if the frame is bent too much. If your frame is too loose and slides down your face, you can adjust the temple of your frame accordingly.
Oakley repair can be done very easily by the use of the above methods. You simply need to be careful when making the adjustments and repairs so that you do not create any further damage instead of making it better. The frames are usually delicate and need gentle handling to prevent any damage. The various methods of repairing Oakley sunglasses are very useful if your glass has sustained only minor damage.
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