Did you know that you can reglaze varifocal glasses using an internet-based service? This type of service is something that many high street opticians would love to keep under wraps as it encourages spectacle wearers to use their existing glasses and just have the lenses replaced in the frames. Not only can this save you a vast amount of money but if you do this using an internet-based company then you can also save all the hassle of visiting your local Opticians. There are plenty of online prescription glasses companies out there who offer a varifocal reglaze service so you shouldn’t have too many problems in finding one that meets your requirements. Also, if you are a little apprehensive about using one of these companies to reglaze varifocal glasses then try not to worry too much, the process is much simpler than you probably think.
The first thing to do is search for an optical website that can reglaze varifocal glasses. Try to ensure that they have a decent enough reputation by using some of the many consumer reviews out there. Once you have found a company that you are happy to use then it’s time to place your order. There are some websites that will request you download a reglaze order form and send this off with your frame in order to reglaze varifocal glasses frames. Then there are others who have a step-by-step online ordering system whereby you go through a series of lens options before printing the order of and then posting the glasses to them. Bot these methods are normally very straight forward. If you happen to have any difficulty in completing the order process then may I recommend that you call the companies main phone number and request assistance in completing your order, they will normally only be too happy to oblige. After completing the order process you are now ready to send your frame off to have your frames reglazed with varifocal lenses.
Once the company receives your current glasses then they will usually check the condition of the frame to ensure that it is in good enough condition to reglaze varifocal glasses lenses into. Once it has passed this stage then they are ready to begin the process of making a new pair of varifocal lenses to the prescription specification you requested. This part of the process can take up to two weeks, in general, as varifocal lenses have to be made to each individual’s prescription. Some websites will have a tracking system on their site which will allow you to follow your order as it passes through each stage of the process. Other sites might only keep you informed should a delay arise in your order. But even if your glasses should take a little longer than the high street, you will have probably saved enough money by using this method to ensure satisfaction. All in all, if you are looking to reglaze varifocal glasses online then you should not only save time but also save money in the process.
Jim Romand is a specialist prescription lens consultant and dispensing optician who has worked in the industry for over 25 years. After qualifying as an SMC Tech at the London college of optometry in 1985, He has since worked as a Lab consultant for many high street optician chains within the UK.