Wood sunglasses last years when you treat them right. They can also look beat up in six months if you throw them in your glove box and ignore them. Here's how to care for them properly so your pair is with you for the long haul.
How Do I Clean Wood Sunglass Frames?
Wipe the frames with a soft microfiber cloth. If you need deeper cleaning, a tiny bit of warm water on the cloth handles dust and residue. Never use alcohol wipes, glass cleaner, or strong solvents. Wood doesn't like chemicals.
For the lenses, use a dedicated lens cloth. Paper towels and shirt corners scratch the coating. Every pair from our wood sunglasses collection ships with a microfiber pouch that doubles as a cleaning cloth.
Can Wood Sunglasses Get Wet?
A little water is fine. Rain, sweat, a splash at the pool. Wipe them down when you're done. What you want to avoid is prolonged submersion. Don't wear your wood frames swimming or surfing. Salt water especially can dry out the grain over time.
If they do get soaked, dry them with a soft cloth and let them air out before putting them in a case. Never use a blow dryer. Heat warps wood.
How Should I Store Wood Sunglasses?
Keep them in the case that came with them. A closed case keeps the frames from getting scratched in your bag and protects them from temperature swings. Hot cars are the enemy of wood frames. A dashboard in July can shrink the wood or loosen the hinges.
If you only have one thing to remember: don't leave them on the dashboard. Second thing: keep them in the case when not wearing them. Do those two and you've solved 90 percent of premature wear.
Do Wood Sunglasses Need Oil or Conditioning?
For most people, no. If you wear them daily and live in a dry climate, a small amount of natural furniture oil (walnut or mineral oil) on a cloth once or twice a year brings out the grain and prevents drying. Don't use heavy finishes or sealants.
Styles like the Kings Canyon and Joshua Tree have engraved detail that benefits from this occasionally. Just a light rub, not a soak.
What If My Sunglasses Break?
That's what the lifetime warranty is for. Every pair from Cali Life Co. is covered, forever. Frame cracks, loose hinges, anything structural. Contact us and we'll sort it out.
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