Getting new glasses? There is no need to throw your old ones away. While your local recycle center probably won't take them, there are numerous ways to reuse or your old eyeglasses. For more information, just read this guide on how to recycle glasses.
Introduction
- If you wear eyeglasses, the time will come someday when you will no longer be able to wear your current pair. They may break, you may grow tired of the style, or you might end up needing a different prescription. Whatever the case, you don't need to toss your old specs into the garbage can. There are plenty of ways to recycle them.
Method 1: Turn them Into Something Else
- One way to recycle your frames and lenses is by finding other uses for them. Here are some ideas:
- Use the frames for Halloween costumes.
- Make jewelry with them.
- Use them in a collage or mosaic.
- Fit new lenses into your old frames if they are still good.
- Save your old glasses to wear during messy projects, so you won't ruin your new ones.
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Method 2: Donate
- If you're not artistic and don't want to wear your frames anymore, you can donate your old glasses to charity. There are several organizations that take people's unwanted specs and give them to needy children and adults around the globe. Here are some groups to contact:
- The Lion's Club
- Medical Ministry International
- LensCrafters
- SightFirst Eyeglass Recycling
Method 3: Support Local Theater
- If you want to see your glasses put to use first-hand, why not donate them to a local drama group? The majority of schools have theaters that would benefit from an extra costume piece. Community theaters or acting troupes are usually under-funded, and most would probably be happy to take your hand-me-down frames.
Conclusion
With all of the recycling options available, there is no reason to chuck your pair of unwanted eyeglasses. You can get creative and make something artistic with them. You can give them to an organization that helps the needy. You can even donate them to a theater in your own city. By choosing to recycle, you will prevent needless landfill clutter, and maybe even help someone with vision problems to see better.
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