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Title: sunglasses for wc
Post by: kevinc on May 29, 2010, 05:22:55 pm
hi,sad question i know but anyone on here use polarized sunglasss for wfp work?also whats the best colour to go for?sick of getting the sun in my eyes you see
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: dmlservices on May 29, 2010, 05:29:17 pm
hi

i use ray- ban polaroids, had them about 6 years, not to dark so i can wear them for driving ,dont like to wear them to much though, dont want to end up with pander eyes  ;D

daz
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: e newlands on May 29, 2010, 06:35:37 pm
Oiakley 5s black
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: Window Washers on May 29, 2010, 06:37:53 pm
I have gone through about 6 pairs so far this year, so next, tesco, garages ect.

I sit on them stand on them lose them. I think they should make contact lense sunglasses that way I would save a fortune and I would not forget them.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: btc on May 29, 2010, 06:52:17 pm
The best defense for sun in the eyes is a baseball cap. As its usually an issue when doing the upper windows.

I have a pair of polarised sunglasses (rating level 4, 5 being the highest), I find I'm constantly removing them to make sure the windows are being rinsed clear.

They do make it more comfortable, and offers protection for your eyes when working in sunny conditions.

For those times of the day when the sun is just above the roof line, a basbeball cap, or other rimmed hat  works wonders to keep the direct light out of your eyes. Basically for those times when you use your hand to block the sunlight when you look up.  
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: RO-Sheen on May 29, 2010, 07:21:33 pm
Oakley straights. as they are wrap around my optician set them back to Oakley and they put their own prescription lenses in.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: s.w.c on May 29, 2010, 08:02:40 pm
bloc
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: NJWindowCleaning on May 29, 2010, 09:35:59 pm
graduated sunglasses mean darker at top of the lense and gets light at the bottom of the lenses.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: dazmond on May 29, 2010, 09:55:15 pm
ive had a pair of superdrug sunglasses for 3 years now!well worth 3quid! ;D ;D

any old sunglasses will do!i do wear a cap some days but i prefer the sunglasses.it is hard to see what your doing with a trad pole/wfp if the sun is glaring just above the roof line but hey ho! most custys dont go round inspecting upstairs windows(i hope not anyway!!) ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: martinsadie on May 29, 2010, 10:05:32 pm
I have gone through about 6 pairs so far this year, so next, tesco, garages ect.

I sit on them stand on them lose them. I think they should make contact lense sunglasses that way I would save a fortune and I would not forget them.
get a string on them so they hang around your neck  ;)
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: karlosdaze on May 29, 2010, 10:59:51 pm
I prefer bue tint to see the glass better. Still use the Dewalt ones now & again - great against scratches & at a throw away price.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: Window Washers on May 29, 2010, 11:09:00 pm
I have gone through about 6 pairs so far this year, so next, tesco, garages ect.

I sit on them stand on them lose them. I think they should make contact lense sunglasses that way I would save a fortune and I would not forget them.
get a string on them so they hang around your neck  ;)
They should come up with bluetooth ones, this old string malarky is just so 80's secretary  ;D
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: e newlands on May 30, 2010, 08:09:09 am
I always use oakleys as I suffer from migrains are the glare from light sets them off so I need something good
I always buy from the oakley warehouse in the florida mall orlando I find the colour and style. Then order online they are half the price of what you pay in the uk
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: Paul Coleman on May 30, 2010, 09:40:38 am
hi,sad question i know but anyone on here use polarized sunglasss for wfp work?also whats the best colour to go for?sick of getting the sun in my eyes you see

Why first thought was why does he need sunglasses for sitting in the toilet?  ;D

I did get some myself with the UV protection.  Don't forget to put them through the books as eye protection to enable you to work more safely.  I never use mine for anything other than work as I'm not one for laying in the sun.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: HIGH LEVEL WINDOW CLEANERS (scrimmy) on May 30, 2010, 09:55:40 am
try these ones 8)
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: WISEOWL on May 30, 2010, 10:57:37 am
I bought some cycling/fishing glasses from ebay for £6 early last year with polarized green and purple lenses.

They are cheap but leightweight, I'd describe them more like goggles that sit nice on the top of my head and with no fuss go easily over my eyes when needed.

They'll last ages yet, I wouldn't advise spending a lot on sunglasses as they can be the ones that break. As mine are moulded rubber if I sit on them they take the flak.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: Matthew JN on May 30, 2010, 03:49:52 pm
Nike sports sunglasses with a contrast lenses are very good - expensive at around £80 though worth it.

Golf visor is good too.
Title: Re: sunglasses for wc
Post by: Bobs Window Cleaning on May 31, 2010, 10:00:11 am
I use Oakley and Blocs.

Anyone ever tried those Tru Color ones off the TV. They seem very good but probably a rip off like most tv sales.

Bob