Lens Coating Guide: Pick the Right Coating for Your Glasses

Glasses Lens Coating Guide and Customisation Options

Medically reviewed by Wut Win, Dispensing Optician at Feel Good Contacts.

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When you purchase a new pair of prescription glasses, choosing the right frame is only half the decision. The other often overlooked but equally important part is choosing the right type of lenses and lens coating. Lens coatings can significantly enhance the functionality, durability, and appearance of your eyewear, making them a worthwhile investment for anyone who regularly wears glasses.

At Feel Good Contacts, we provide various coatings and tints to fit your vision needs and style. All you need to do is select your vision type and lens category, and we'll customise any frame into your ideal pair of glasses at the best online price.

What are glasses lens coatings?

Lens coatings are ultra-thin layers of treatment applied to the surface of optical lenses. These coatings can be made from different materials and applied using advanced technology to add specific properties or benefits to the lenses. From reducing glare to protecting against scratches and harmful UV rays, lens coatings improve both the performance and lifespan of your glasses.

What are the different types of lens coatings?

There are several types of lens coatings, each serving a different purpose. Here’s a breakdown of the most common ones:

types of lens coatings and their benifits

Variety of Lens Tints: Full Tint, Polarised, Gradient and Mirrored

In addition to coatings, lens tints can enhance your visual experience, improve comfort in different environments, and express personal style. Tints refer to coloured filters built into or applied onto lenses. Types of lens tints include:

types of tints and their benifits

Types of Transition or Light Adaptive Lenses

Photochromic or light-adapting lenses are smart lenses that automatically adjust their tint in response to the surrounding light conditions. Transitions® is a popular brand for photochromic lenses. These lenses stay clear indoors and darken in sunlight, providing seamless UV protection without switching glasses. They also reduce HEV blue light from the sun. There are several types of photochromic lenses available to suit different lifestyles and preferences:

types of transitions lenses and their benifits

How to add lens coatings and tint to your prescription glasses at Feel Good Contacts?

At Feel Good Contacts, apart from getting glasses at the best online prices, you can also customise any pair of prescription glasses with your preferred lens coating and tint by taking the following simple steps:

Pick a prescription frame of your choice and click on ‘Choose your lenses’.

Select your prescription type: Distance, Reading, Intermediate or Varifocal.

Enter or upload your prescription or choose to ‘Send Later’.

Select the type of lenses you want as per your style and vision preference: Clear, Blue Light, Light Adaptive or Tinted.

Choose the lens package that comprises your desired lens coatings and thinner lens option: Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum.

Check the terms & conditions box, add the glasses to your basket and checkout.

Getting a tailored prescription is simple with us, and our fast service ensures your glasses arrive quickly.

Lens coatings are essential enhancements that significantly improve visual experience, durability and eye health. When choosing glasses, consider which coating fits your lifestyle.