For residents of Portland, OR eyeglass frame repair is available at Asterix Eyewear. You invested a lot of time and money in your eyeglass frames. It only makes good sense to repair instead of replace when or if something happens with your eyeglass frames. You might be surprised at how easy it is to get your eyeglass […]
You probably know how important it is to wear sunglasses yourself, but have you picked up a pair for your children? Finding sunglasses in Portland, OR for children is easy when you entrust a good optics center that has a nice selection of products. Take a look at a few common questions parents tend to have about […]
While you’ve heard of ultraviolet rays and how harmful they can be to your skin, you may not realize how harmful they can be to your eyes. However, if you are in the market for prescription or non-prescription sunglasses in Portland, you will notice they have UV ratings. If you’re not paying attention to these […]
Congratulations on identifying your child’s vision problems and having them fitted with glasses! Unfortunately, glasses won’t work unless your child actually wears them. Your child may feel embarrassed about wearing glasses. In some cases, glasses have been known to be stuffed into backpacks as soon as parents are of sight. The help of teachers has […]
Pros and Cons of Plastic vs. Metal Eyeglasses Once you’ve finished your eye exam and are ready to pick out new eyeglasses in Portland, you’ll find yourself emerged in a plethora of frame styles and colors. With so many options from which to choose, you’ll be wondering about the differences between plastic and metal eyeglass […]
When younger children have issues with their vision, glasses are the general recommendation. While adolescents and teens may do just fine with a new pair of glasses, younger children can be a bit more complicated to outfit with the best frames. Some children won’t like wearing glasses at all, some will be young enough that […]
A great pair of eyeglasses can make you feel attractive and capable. Once you find a quality pair, it only makes sense that you’d want them to last as long as possible. Here are seven tips for keeping eyeglasses in good condition. 1. Rinse Glasses Before Wiping Rinse your eyeglasses under running water before you […]
By all rights, a person’s eyeglasses are a huge part of their everyday life. If you have someone on your holiday shopping list that wears glasses, you may need a few stocking stuffer ideas to provide something they could use. From really useful to just downright fun, here are a few awesome stocking stuffer ideas […]
When you count on your glasses every day to help you see, you likely won’t leave the house without them. This everyday wear and use can mean eyeglasses are prone to breaking down pretty quickly without the proper care. And, even with the proper care, some glasses seem to break down relatively quickly. When you […]
Do you have a pair of old glasses you simply love? Maybe you found them at an estate sale or in a consignment shop, and you love the way they frame your face. The problem is that you can see through the lenses. Because you need prescription eye glasses, vintage options like these won’t work. […]
