Oh no, that’s frustrating! While it’s tough to fully eliminate deep scratches from glasses at home, there are a few quick DIY tricks that might help reduce the appearance of minor scratches and improve your vision temporarily. Here are a few methods you can try:<br /><br />Toothpaste: Apply non-gel toothpaste to a cloth and gently rub the scratched area in circles for 10-20 seconds, then rinse and dry.<br />Baking Soda Paste: Mix baking soda with water, apply to the lens, rub gently for 20 seconds, then rinse and dry.<br />Vehicle Scratch Remover: Use a small amount of car scratch remover on a cloth, buff gently in circles, then wipe clean.<br />Shaving Cream: Apply shaving cream (not gel) to a cloth, rub in circles for 10-20 seconds, rinse and dry.<br />If the scratches are deep or these methods don’t improve your vision, it might be worth looking into having your lenses professionally polished or replaced. Some opticians also offer lens resurfacing, which can restore lenses that are heavily scratched.

Yikes, that sounds like a messy situation, but don’t worry, you can definitely clean that up! It’s totally understandable that you were too tired to deal with it at the time, but luckily, blood stains are often easier to remove when tackled sooner.<br /><br />Since it’s already dried, you’ll want to act quickly to avoid it becoming a permanent stain. Here’s what you can do:<br /><br />Step 1: Gather Supplies<br />You’ll need:<br /><br />Cold water (never hot, as that can set the stain)<br />Mild dish soap or laundry detergent<br />Baking soda<br />A clean cloth or sponge<br />A bowl<br />An old toothbrush (optional)<br />A vacuum (for after baking soda treatment)<br />Step 2: Soak the Area<br />Rehydrate the Stain: Lightly dampen the bloodstained area with cold water using a clean cloth or sponge. You can use a spray bottle if you have one. This helps loosen the dried blood, making it easier to treat.<br />Blot (Don’t Rub!): Use a clean cloth to gently blot the area. Don’t rub, as that could push the blood deeper into the carpet fibers.<br />Step 3: Make a Cleaning Solution<br />Dish Soap and Water: In a bowl, mix a small amount of mild dish soap or laundry detergent with cold water. Dip a cloth or sponge into the solution and blot it onto the stain. Work from the outside of the stain in, to prevent it from spreading.<br />Step 4: Scrub (If Necessary)<br />If the stain is still stubborn, you can gently scrub the area using an old toothbrush or a soft scrub brush. Be gentle, though, so you don’t damage the fibers.<br />Step 5: Rinse and Blot Again<br />Once you’ve scrubbed the stain, dampen another clean cloth with cold water and blot the area again to rinse out the soap.<br />Step 6: Baking Soda Treatment (Optional)<br />For any residual stain, sprinkle some baking soda onto the dampened area. Baking soda works as a mild abrasive and can help lift any remaining stain. Let it sit for about 15–30 minutes, then vacuum it up.<br />Step 7: Repeat if Necessary<br />If the stain is still visible, you can repeat the process or try using a specialized carpet stain remover designed for blood stains. Just follow the instructions on the product carefully.<br />Step 8: Dry the Area<br />Once you’ve removed as much of the stain as possible, blot the area with a dry cloth to absorb the excess moisture. Let the carpet air dry completely.<br />It can take a few attempts depending on how deep the stain has set, but with some patience and the right tools, you should be able to get that out without needing a new carpet! If it's still proving tough, you might want to consult a professional carpet cleaner as a last resort.