How To Remove Scratches From Your Shades/Eyewear

[@iculkn006]

I used this same process before on headlight lenses. The only difference is I used a lot finer grit paper and kept it wet while sanding. The buffer wheel should turn a bit slower also. Nice video this will work for sure.

[@pusherpilot]

iculkn006 Thanks iculkn006. I am just glad I have some support from someone whom has actually used this similar process. I have had lots of trolls on this video.

[@dasteufelhund]

That is a great improvisation with the vise and power drill!

[@pusherpilot]

Thanks for your comment

[@leena6543]

I tried this on my scratched contact lenses and it worked! Thanks

[@phungyi4947]

I've just managed to save my only spare eyeglasses that were opaque scuffed on one lense. What I learned: 1) Having used briefly and lightly grit 2500 then more intensively 7000 grit paper, I was able to remove the coating and sand down almost removing the scratches entirely (tiny ones remain). This DOES effect the curvature of focus resulting in mild ripple distortions. Depends how skillful and/or impatient you are. It takes a lot of time. 2) If you leave the lenses in the frames, they will get scratched, i.e. paint removed if applicable. 3) At a minimum a buffing cloth will be needed to get the eyeglasses usable (for emergency use at least). I'm going to get a buffer attachment for my drill to finish off the job, but it can be done. During this process I threw everything at the lenses: toothpaste, metal polish, glass polish, Cilit Bang mould remover, vinegar and furniture polish.

[@pusherpilot]

Thanks for your comment Out.

[@pusherpilot]

I used a cordless drill, buffing wheel, carnuba wax (McGuires), thats it.

[@sorianobhong9288]

i used this method to restore my Seiko watch and now it looks new again. thank you for this video uploader

[@pusherpilot]

+Soriano Bhong Thanks for the kind comment

[@sorianobhong9288]

my pleasure Paul and thank you i've learned.

[@jossefgutierrez2517]

That is amazing! I have a question... What number of sand paper should I use? Thank you so much!

[@pusherpilot]

+Jossef Gutierrez Try 400 grit first

[@LastGateFitness]

Do you recon this will work with swimming goggles as well?

[@Leevylenti]

What grit sand paper did you use? That would be greatly needed information

[@FernandoGarcia19800]

Awesome is there a service/place where I can take my Shades to get the scratches removed

[@pusherpilot]

I used mcguires carnuba paste wax for the compound. Thanks

[@kostasmarkopoulos2443]

Never saw, never happened, you used mustard or ketchup!!!! u dman fuck

[@numbnest4678]

Kostas Markopoulos When you feel the urge to resist being a buffoon, you should listen next time. It's boring to read comments that have no relevance or humor. And BTW, vulgarity is not humor.

[@STROONZONY]

+Kostas Markopoulos poo da poolos grik sytle

[@vicbulletmomlovinggodlovin6619]

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[@rodrigodeyhwh8260]

Is it comfortable to wear? I am afraid of create a kind of lens degree, feel dizzy or headache... Thanks for the video!

[@tjfy34c]

Plan to work on my transition and progressive lens eye glasses. 2000 or finer on the grit. The big deal of this vid is your GARAGE ! Man, my garage is 90 degrees during the day and 80 at night with plenty of humidity. The first breath we take walking into said garage hits you like a furnace outlet. Your garage is more finished than our basement! What have you got? Must have a dedicated AirConditioning unit or be living in Alabamlaska. I just love the idea of having a garage that is useful, clean, neat and habitable.

[@pusherpilot]

You are right about the garage. I added central heat and air so that i could work in the extreme weather of Louisiana. Todays heat index was 111 F. If you are considering enclosing your garage, be sure to insulate it good. You will be glad you did that

[@tjfy34c]

Respectful thanks for your return comments. August in LakeErie, Cleve. Ohio, where I am Now is hot and humid. Installed an additional 10K BTU a/c in my suite today because the whole house unit CANNOT keep up. Basement is fine, but main and top level are Yuk! Garage is 60 early am and 80 from noon on. The forecast in Sept is acceptable. I will get on these glasses with your tips to remove scratches soon.

[@ricalovesjesus]

it's worth it lol I paid over $100 for my Marc Jacobs lol so thank you so much this was well worth the tutorial... your awesome

[@MTVSomaliChannel]

Class 👍🏾🌹

[@AlohaSki]

Paul ! You are a Legend! I messed up the inside of my Oakley Iridium lens, by wiping, after some snow got into it. I thought they were done but then I came across your video and it worked perfectly. Thank you for uploading the video and please continue whatever your doing ! All the best .

[@pusherpilot]

kinokogami Thank you Kinokigami for your kind comment. Glad this helped.

[@robertcastorena2277]

What grit sandpaper and what type of compound did you use???

[@liarschair10]

guys please don't use 320 grit sand paper on your eye wear!! you finish wood at 250-350 grit.. its glass/plastic people..you need to wet sand them..like a cars clear coat..start with 800...go all the way up to 1500 grit or even higher..your buffing time will be a fraction of the time.

[@pusherpilot]

Ok, You can do as the guy above says but you will sand for much longer to remove the scratches. The whole purpose is to remove the gouge in the lens from the scratch, then buff that out. Trust me, this method works well. Thanks for your comment.

[@nitramdh]

Paul Roberts You start with 350, once you sanded down the scratch then you move up on grit to wet sand it, and then you buff it.

[@gatsbylight4766]

Hahaha... Paul says "Trust me, this method works well"! That's why after sanding with heavy grit sandpaper, the gouge is still in the glasses ( 6:31 ) AND NOW there are also sandpaper scatches in the lens as you can also see ( 5:32 ). The ONLY difference is that the gouge is now SHINY! and the sandpaper scratches are SHINY! (But 'yes', the gouge is less noticable.) Will you have to "sand for much longer" as Paul says if you go through and the different grits of sandpaper and do the job 'properly'? Yes. And that's exactly why they invented the word 'properly'. Like anything else in life: You get out of it what you put into it..... and something about "a box of chocolates".

[@nikunjshah7814]

wow greate, but retailer always try to sell new glasses because of profit. i like to know which product is use to clean the glass.

[@pusherpilot]

Mcquires carnuba car wax.

[@yesiownfrodo]

This video could have been done in 30 seconds.

[@dragonspy91]

If you've watched enough youtube videos then you should know when to skip certain parts of a video. Some people require more information then others. This was a good video. Albeit I only wanted to watch how it was scratched and how it turned out once he buffed it.

[@petermartin9494]

If my lens is scratched I just buy new lenses. They are quite cheap, compared to new sunglasses and they come with protective coatings.

[@Thecaliforniaprincess]

Peter Martin really I’m praying that’s true I need my lenses replaced on these sunglasses and I’m wondering what they’re gonna charge me.

[@enriqueestrada5233]

It looks nice through fluorescent lighting!! What's it look like outside with the sun out??? 50/50 !!THAT IS THE QUESTION!!

[@at90percent]

Cheap repair of $14 sunglasses. $80 bench grinder, $5.00 buffing wheel. $4.00 wax, half hour of sweat effort. Well worth it. lol Though I'm inspired, I might try using the tiny buff wheel on my Dremel tool to remove some scratches.

[@TangoCharlieAlpha]

Dremel wheels get HOT, and can melt softer plastic lenses. A larger wheel will dissipate the heat.

[@samuelgoldman7812]

What grit? How much did you pay for your glasses? Dry sanding! Good luck

[@leekennedy6887]

Thanks for your time to help others, money is always tight and I'm happy to find people help me save a few bucks. btw there are jerks everywhere but they don't take the time to make helpful videos. keep it up

[@pusherpilot]

lee kennedy Thanks lee. Kind Comment.

[@deancavander]

What type of sandpaper, grit number things like that. it's not just sandpaper if you want to share it

[@WICKEDMagma]

i have cool one way mirror sunglasses, but some of the mirror parts got scraped off, is there anyway to fix that?

[@pusherpilot]

+WAGameman Not that I know of.

[@dasteufelhund]

ebay

[@pusherpilot]

No way that I know of.

[@BStagg]

As an added bonus, this method includes free optical distortions and cataracts! Please do not try this on optical grade eye/sunglasses. You'll be sorely disappointed, and your eye doctor will laugh you out of the office.

[@louiemartinez9630]

Hey Paul, good video. I've been looking to repair somehow or another my Oakley Oil Rig and Gas Can shades. They've both are covered in scratches inside and out. I give 'em hell out in the oilfield here in S.Texas. I don't have any McGuire's though but I'm sure some of that Mother's will be comparable. HEY , and I like the idea with your drill in the vice. Keep up the good work.

[@andresr7344]

Could I do something like that on rayban polarised lenses?

[@MrNacho1946]

This can be done on regular sunshades. But, if done on prescription glasses it will change or distort the RX on them. But, so far, Mr. Paul Roberts's way, is the only right way.

[@missjol]

Specifically what kind of buffing wheel from Walmart do I use?

[@troybrake5686]

Im gonna try this on an old pair first

[@lisarabaud]

I have fake Chanel black sunglasses they dropped down on ground screen not scratched just underneath how can I fix it please I live in mauritius

[@RepukeinScapegoat]

By the way any rotary kit or like the brand (dremel) is a rotary tool just a name brand roatary that will last a life time HARBOR FREIGHT ROTARY TOOL 5-15 bux And always comes with a buffing wheel any rotary tool you buy will be fine for this type of work , don’t expect to let the same $5 tool to build a bathroom if you are building bigger things get a dremel brand rotary tool , for this harbor freight is fine and work for many sunglasses repairs I’m sure

[@joetrigueros8144]

I used harley Davidsons scractch polish . Thanks for the tips buddy

[@jaxdouglas7569]

I followed the video exactly and it didn't work, I had glasses that had a few deep scratches, now I have glasses that are completely unusable. I have tried the buffing manually and with a drill and rag setup. It has completely stuffed my glasses

[@tomsg1]

Because you didn't use the correct compound and buffing wheel. A rag is far too coarse for buffing shades.

[@sashasoule4585]

Sounds like you might have had a coating on them. I polished some lenses once and they kept getting worse and worse. Then I realized I was buffing off whatever was left of the coating. Hope this helps someone.

[@stevenhooker7758]

There is also no UV protectant left on it either.

[@frostwireless]

What grit sand paper are you using?

[@CakedYT]

I know this video is kind of old, but I have sum scratched on my oakleys, but it's not on the lenses, it's the frame. Will it work same way for the frame?

[@ryanwise8210]

Because everybody has one of these machines at home

[@dakotawoodworx2282]

its a power drill with a buffing wheel. Harbor freight for $30 for both..if that.

[@sinasamar2566]

What about glass sunglass this one is plastic please advice

[@kauztekgaming]

I tried with a dremel but didn't take out the fog. Is at least a bench grinder required?

[@HumbertoChimAngulo]

what polishing compound are you using?

[@pusherpilot]

Humberto Chim Angulo This is a carnuba car wax from Mc Guires.

[@mariuskaupas]

This could possibly work on Sunglasses which have the UV filter on the inner side of the lenses.

[@maydayfire]

u probably scratched away all the UV coatings on it too!

[@kaitheramptruckman7539]

well I'm gonna use this on my safety glasses worth a shot especially since I can't see through them and am tired of buying new ones all the time as a mechanic it adds up

[@pusherpilot]

Exactly what I did. My safety glasses were no good but with a little grit you can make them usable.

[@kaitheramptruckman7539]

Paul Roberts only question night I'm not sure what grit to use

[@pusherpilot]

I used mcquires carnuba car wax.

[@kaitheramptruckman7539]

Paul Roberts okay what grit sandpaper though?

[@pusherpilot]

I think is was 1000 grit. You can get it at big box stores in automotive section

[@SWATversion3]

I aint never doing this on my Police -_- I will get a new pair of lens

[@Biblicalgiants]

..will this work on polarized lenses though?

[@pusherpilot]

Eric Stokes Yep

[@chicubs1908]

Paul Roberts Wait...does it remove the polarization?

[@marvin6148]

No, it won’t remove the polarization. That is inherent to the crystalline structure of the plastic.

[@Ali.A.Ibrahim]

This way will work only if you have normal sunglasses (without any multi coating) but if there is any kind of mirror coating or MC then it will be damaged. since all the good quality glasses included mc or mc + mirror. this method will be limited . and for sure its will never work for the RX glasses since the power of the lens will change.

[@Sickone1029]

Where can I use one of these

[@1977JohnBoy]

should wear them while on the buffer, you'll get a closer view when the scratch goes and 10 million more views!

[@spiderknight89]

I'll try this on my old locs lenses

[@sit638]

can it be used all types of glasses?

[@xevious2501]

not only do i see remnants of the scratch, but also alota new little scratches. The method is sound but ya gota have the correct compound and buffing pad.

[@nagunaks2222]

Good on prescription glasses too?

[@pusherpilot]

Stefan Taylor It will remove the scratches but it will also change the prescription some also. Remember all you are doing is removing a very thin layer of the plastic lens-thus changing the prescription however slight that may be.

[@nagunaks2222]

Aaah gotcha. Owell

[@AnimatedBunnyFluff]

Paul Roberts And this way all you are doing is removing the polarization.

[@johanverster5638]

I have plastic glasses with rimless frame , i did this and it worked 100 % thanks, i tried all kinds of toothpaste and baking powder and what all, it did not work at all. This did and my glasses are bifocal and it did not alter the prescription and i buffed it a long time

[@mybetterhalf6373]

It should be noted that this is for non-prescription, non-coated lenses only.

[@pusherpilot]

David Lewis This is true. Thanks David

[@nialld4598]

what polish do you use

[@johntaylor-hz3uz]

No need to do all of that. If you have a good buffing wheel with the right rubbing compound you can do the same thing. BTW as the gentleman below mentioned, if you do use sandpaper, do not use anything under 700 grit wet paper and work your way up. Time and patience is all that is needed and it better be some nice shades to go thru all that work as you can just buy another pair. That's why I don't get expensive sades because sooner or later thet are going to get scratched!

[@kauztekgaming]

Ok. I think my dremel is way too underpowered. I put slight pressure on it and it bogs down. Ill try it on my drill.

[@leonardo1480]

are the glasses plastic or actual glass?

[@xsmyown]

please explain what grit did you use

[@pusherpilot]

xsmyown Not exactly sure of the grit but it is whatever grit is in the Carnuba wax made by McGuires. Thanks

[@swinnfamily]

If i don't have a buffer machine what else can i use?

[@pusherpilot]

Mz Bling In the video I am using a regular drill with a buffing wheel that you can buy at wal mart for 4 or 5 bucks. No need to buy expensive machinery.

[@nawafaljowder6189]

What's the name of that buffing compound please?

[@assassinleaked9356]

What sand paper grit did you use ?

[@pusherpilot]

use a very fine grit like 5000 grit

[@pedrotalavera3541]

Great job. Thanks

[@waynemiller4177]

What grit sand paper

[@wirelop76]

Paul Roberts - any paste wax will do? tnx

[@pusherpilot]

Yes any carnuba car wax will do.

[@wirelop76]

Ok.. tnx man. :)

[@FenderFingers72]

I tried this on my contact lenses now my eyes burn can someone help me

[@pusherpilot]

LOL

[@RepukeinScapegoat]

Yeah ... you should probably tell ppl to use a very high grit when sanding anything fragile like 1500-2000 grit and not a 120 or 240 lol sanding anything with 80 grit sandpaper will probably put a hole in your kitchen table at 15 mins use a very high grade for finish work people!

[@pusherpilot]

McGuires carnuba car wax. works great.

[@numbnest4678]

What grit sand paper? 2000?

[@extremeeyewear]

Only problem I can see is that most companies put their UV layer on the top of the lens (NOTE: Not Oakley who's UV is through out the entire thickness of the lens) so you've just made your sunglasses all lovely but no longer protective :-) Saved a few pounds but now have cataracts :-)

[@tomsg1]

I can't stand seeing this shit written all over the place. Go back to chemistry class. Glass and plastics are awful at transmitting UV light. Any "UV coating" is just a hardcoat to stop scratches and possible extend the protection into the visible spectrum. ANY kind of glass or plastic will block 90%+ of UV rays.

[@kiry2099]

I WILL TRY THIS ON MY RAYBANS THEY ARE ALLREADY SCRATCH WHAT DO I HAVE TO LOOSE RIGHT,, DO I SAND IT TILL I DONT SEE THE SRATCHES RIGHT? WHATS YOUR OPINION THANKS

[@pusherpilot]

That is correct. Use a fine grit and abrade away until you nolonger see the scratch or feel the scratch. Then use your compound to buff it out. Takes a little time but it works.

[@ArtyEremenko55zxl]

what is the name of lubricant you used for this ?

[@pusherpilot]

I used mcguires carnuba car wax

[@ArtyEremenko55zxl]

Paul Roberts okay

[@ArtyEremenko55zxl]

Paul Roberts where can I buy it?

[@pusherpilot]

Wal Mart

[@zacharybloom1934]

what grit of sandpaper did you use?

[@dasteufelhund]

1200, 2000 or finer. Gradually.

[@zacharybloom1934]

+dasteufelhund thank you!

[@pusherpilot]

I have no clue about those.

[@universalmarineenterprises2549]

need to work up from 600 to 2000 sandpaper. If you just use sandpaper you got at the grocery store (250 - 300) there will me nothing left. Read up on sanding.

[@ALFONZO784]

Universal Marine Enterprises llc. Not even 600 i use 600 on the headlights of my vehicle glasses are way to sensitive, i would start with 1500 on glasses and then to 2000

[@zach5301]

holy shit balls, 600 is wayyyy too aggressive, but sanding sunglasses is the stupidest shit ever, it gets rid of the uv coating on cheap shitty sunglasses

[@19Bearsfansince79]

Wow I don't think I should try this on my Oakley iridium lenses lol

[@karjack11]

what the hell should we do then? i am desparate to fix my oakleys i scuffed going up some stupid stairs in a parking garage???

[@nevinkuser9892]

I would definitely try it. My oakleys are 2 months old and so scratched already. I'm going to try buffing with a wheel WITHOUT sanding first but if that doesn't work then I'm going to have to take action, pull up my britches, and sand them.

[@richardkicklighter1202]

Cool video, thanks!

[@paulmikey83]

Its worth it if your glasses are high priced

[@nawafaljowder6189]

Very good and useful video, thank you a lot.

[@ikifkif]

sand paper.. is that 60 grit?

[@dasteufelhund]

heck no, 1200 - 2000. 60grit you'll kill it.

[@nak4651]

Gee...wondering why there are so many thumbs down? lol

[@714Rae]

it is worth it if you have Chanel glasses you paid several hundred for and then scrached lol ... too bad i dont have a buffer or sandpaper or buffing compound tho :(

[@constantravens4800]

Go fukn buy it smh

[@drlt9241]

What about reflective aviators? Anyone know how to repair those?

[@zenchristopher447]

I don't think that would work on glass lenses?!?!?

[@judynorton9271]

Scott Mcdonagh Yes it does, I tried it and it worked!

[@johnbalogna803]

not if they are Oakley's you aren't getting another pair for 20 bucks!!. I have a pair with a small scratch going to give it a try as another pair of lenses(transitions) is 90+ dollars

[@BenGarman]

Did you try it?

[@johnbalogna803]

decided not to risk it on the 90+ dollar lenses. the scratch is small and not in the direct line of sight.

[@stevegilbert8329]

find a pair of glasses that you do not use nor of any value to you if you feel like it and run a test trial on them thats what im about to go try right now

[@FaisalKhan-xy1dv]

I am not comfortable with any grit sandpaper anywhere near my sunglasses. There is a thin reflective coating on the glass lenses as well which is destroyed. Colgate and baking powder work.

[@drewmaidment804]

Not doing this on my coach glasses

[@12markito]

I have the Tom ford Nastasya Sunglasses. They're all metal and are pretty scratched up. Idk if I should try this or not

[@mattmarx9820]

What compond is this

[@pusherpilot]

It is mcGuires carnuba past wax for automobiles

[@jzeerod]

he meant 1000 pesos that about $ 2.10 US

[@clowning76]

This will never work . Do not try this!! Even do it seems better its not . What happen is when you polish the lens like this it creates heat friction and that makes the lens warps. So even do it looks great it will make your feel dizzy because all the warp in the lens. I don't recommend this..

[@pusherpilot]

320 grit

[@manayunkman83]

Should stick those shades in a garbage disposal

[@bluegoose2642]

Lol, I believe you

[@Mohglee]

It would be cool if you put the materials you used in the description

[@alexistron3861]

DONT DO IT ON YOUR PRESCRIPTION GLASSES,

[@davidsonnow]

It’s only works for plastic and glass. Is that don’t have a layer of antireflective coating. Ray bans for example, don’t allow you to do this! Only the cheap ass sunglasses like those ones.

[@soburnedout]

You win

[@madilynb.5552]

thanks for your info

[@pusherpilot]

YOUR WELCOME.