Eyewear Frame Materials
Finding eyewear with the quality that are most important for you could be as simple as choosing a frame material, each distinguished by its own strengths.
You can also choose frames based on factors such as color, hypoallergenic materials, durability, lightness, price and uniqueness.
Metal Frames
Metal is the most popular material for eyeglass frames. There are many types of metal to choose from, with each having its own distinctive properties.
Titanium.
This premium metal is very strong, durable and corrosion-resistant. It's also 40% lighter than other metals, as well as hypoallergenic, making it a nearly perfect material for eyeglass frames. Titanium frames are available in several colors.
Aluminum. Aluminum offers a unique look and is therefore most commonly seen in high-end eyewear. Frames made from aluminum are lightweight and highly corrosion-resistant.
Plastic Frames
This material (also called zylonite or cellulose acetate) is a lightweight and relatively inexpensive type of plastic. It's also the most popular plastic used for eyeglass frames. Zyl frames are available in a wide variety of colors, including multi-colored models and frames with different layers of color.
