Uv Safety Glasses

In recent years people are becoming increasingly aware of the danger that the sun poses to our eyesight. The sun's rays are incredibly powerful and damaging to our eyes, so it is essential that if we are spending any time outdoors we make sure that our eyes are adequately protected.

UV safety glasses differ from regular sunglasses in that they offer an added level of protection specifically designed for those who work in hazardous conditions or take part in certain activities and sports. These days UV safety glasses are becoming so stylish and well-designed that many people choose to wear them over sunglasses purely because they like the way they look, and the protection is a bonus! Not only this, but UV safety glasses are significantly cheaper than most sunglasses, with prices starting from as little as just $5 per pair.

UV safety glasses are usually made from a material called polycarbonate. It is much more lightweight and shatter-resistant than other materials that were often used such as glass and some types of plastic. The only disadvantage of polycarbonate is that it scratches much more easily than other materials, so it is advised you purchase UV safety glasses that have an anti-scratch coating included to prolong the life of your safety glasses.

UV safety glasses aren't just available in one style either. There are a massive range of options available, and there is something to suit everyone's needs and tastes. There are a variety of different lens options you can choose from such as tinted, polarized, mirrored, and bifocal.

 

 

Tinted UV safety glasses are ideal for those who work outdoors and would benefit from more contrast between the colors they are viewing. These are particularly popular with those that take part in sports such as shooting and fishing.

Polarized UV safety glasses are specifically designed for those that spend a lot of time in bright situations and they help minimize the glare from shiny surfaces that can be irritating to the eyes.

Bifocals are a perfect cheap alternative to prescription lenses for those that only require slight magnification for reading. Bifocal UV safety glasses feature a small magnification lens in one part of the lens (it varies between glasses), with a choice of magnification usually from +1.0 to +2.5. These are also ideal for those who regularly need to read small print.

UV safety glasses can be purchased either with prescription or non prescription lenses. Prescription lenses must be purchased from a registered eye care practitioner or optician. It is possible to purchase prescription UV safety glasses off the internet, however you must first obtain a prescription from an eye doctor before purchasing. Non-prescription safety glasses are available from a wide range of places, but some of the best places are building and hardware supply stores, or sports supply stores. Some of the best deals to be had on UV safety glasses are on the internet, where you will also find a larger selection than in most stores.

There are numerous brands that stock UV safety glasses. In fact, most safety glasses offer a minimum of 99% UV protection whether or not they are labeled specifically as UV safety glasses. Always be sure to check before you purchase though.

 

* AO SUNGLASSES are NOT ANSI Z87.1-2003 safety glasses

 

AllSafe Nemesis Safety Glasses with IR 3.0 Lens are one such pair that offer you 99.9% UV protection at a great price of just $10 per pair. The green IR lens also helps protect against stronger harmful rays and IR radiation. They are specifically designed for those that work in welding, brazing, and soldering. They have many features to them, including a frameless light-weight design and anti-slippage temples to prevent the glasses slipping when the temperature is hot.

For those who want to spend a little more money on their UV safety glasses, you won't fail to impress in the 7Eye Shaka Sunglasses Edge Kazbek Safety Glasses with Polarized Smoke Lens. Priced at around $32, these stylish UV safety glasses feature the ultimate in UV protection without compromising style. The smoke tinted lens provides protection from glare without distorting color perception. They have an attractive wraparound style that allows for unobscured peripheral vision.

Some other popular brands of UV safety glasses include: AO Safety, Pyramex, Crews, Gatorz and Dewalt.