Our services

• Plastic Frames

  • Removal of damaged spring hinge unit.

  • Replacement with new hinge matched to size/colour

  • Polishing and blending to restore finish.

  Metal Frames

  • Extraction of broken hinge components.

  • Replacement with compatible spring hinge unit.

  • Precision alignment of temples for smooth movement.

• Hinge Extraction – carefully removing broken or worn hinges without damaging the frame material.

• Precision Fitting – installing a new hinge that matches the original size and function.

• Reinforcement – securing the hinge with proper bonding or rivet techniques to extend frame life.

• Final Alignment – ensuring smooth opening/closing and a balanced, comfortable fit on the face.

This service is ideal for acetate, horn, and designer frames where appearance and durability are equally important.

• Nylon Wire Replacement – fitting new nylon cord to ensure a tight, secure hold of the lens.

• FIG-8 Refitting – installing or replacing the FIG-8 insert system used in certain rimless and semi-rimless frames.

• Lens Re-Grooving – re-cutting or cleaning the lens groove if worn or chipped, ensuring the new wire sits correctly.

Shell welding is a specialised repair used for plastic and acetate frames when a temple, bridge, or other part has cracked or completely broken. Instead of discarding the frame, we bond the pieces together restoring both strength and appearance.

Over time, shell (acetate or plastic) frames can develop scratches, scuffs, or a dull finish, which affects their appearance and feel. Buffing and polishing restores the frame’s original smoothness and shine, giving it a refreshed, like-new look.

Screw Replacement – sourcing and fitting the correct size rimlock screw to securely fasten lenses.

Thread Restoration – re-tapping or reinforcing worn threads so screws tighten properly.

Rimlock Hinge Repair – repairing bent or misaligned locking arms to ensure a flush lens fit.

Complete Rimlock Replacement – installing a new rimlock assembly if the original is beyond repair.

• Extract Broken Screws – removing jammed or snapped screws from hinges, rimlocks, and pad arms.

• Restore Threads – re-tapping or reinforcing stripped threads to accept a new screw securely.

• Replace Hardware – fitting a new, correct-sized screw or rivet to restore proper function.

• Final Alignment – checking the hinge or pad arm movement to ensure smooth, reliable operation.

This repair saves frames that might otherwise be written off due to a simple but stubborn broken screw.

Adjustable pad arms allow for precise customization of the fit and comfort of glasses by modifying the position of the nose pads. At Optics Workshop, we provide a complete service for both adding pad arms to frames that didn’t originally have them and repairing or replacing existing pad arms.