When shopping for new glasses, you’re likely to come across a wide variety of frame materials. They vary in price and style, as well as strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. Choosing the right frame material is imperative to ensure your new spectacles are both durable, long-lasting and comfortable to wear.
In this blog, the esteemed eye doctor from Alderwood Optical & Canyon Park Vision Clinic discusses the most popular eyeglass frame materials.
Titanium holds one of the highest strength-to-weight ratios, making it an ideal choice if you’re looking for durable eyeglass frames. It also boasts malleability, which means it won’t deform or break easily. The material also lends itself to unique and attractive designs and colorations, allowing you to achieve a sleek and modern look for your eyeglasses. In addition to being corrosion-resistant, it is also hypoallergenic, which is an important consideration for people allergic to nickel and other certain metals.
When it comes to plastic frame materials, your eye doctor may suggest those made of a plant-based plastic called cellulose acetate. It can be easily colored, laminated, patterned or even layered with fabrics to create bold color options and interesting patterns. It is also lightweight and easy to mold, allowing for a wide range of frame designs while remaining durable.
Beryllium stands out in terms of being strong and lightweight. In fact, it is six times stronger than steel and more than 30 percent lighter than aluminum. It is corrosion-resistant and doesn’t tarnish, making it an excellent choice for individuals with high skin acidity.
Strong and lightweight, blended nylon is a popular frame material choice for sports or safety glasses. It can be easily molded which is why it is available in wraparound frame styles. It also has valuable resistance to both hot and cold and is flexible and stiff.
Alderwood Optical & Canyon Park Vision Clinic are full-service eye care specialty clinics that offer eyeglasses to patients seeking vision correction. We can provide custom lenses for your individual needs, carrying a large variety of top designer frames for both eyeglasses and sunglasses. To schedule an appointment with our eye doctor, give us a call at (425) 771-8472 or fill out our contact form. We serve residents of Kirkland and Redwood, WA.