Lite Range lenses come with three protective coating options designed to improve clarity, durability and comfort for everyday wear. Each coating provides a different level of protection, helping your lenses stay cleaner for longer while improving visual comfort and reducing glare.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through each coating type to help you understand their differences and choose the right one for your lenses.
- HMC
- Satin + UV
- Satin + Blue.
What is HMC for Lite Range lenses?
HMC, which stands for Hard Multi Coat, is the standard (and complementary) coating included with every Lite Range lens. It’s a durable, all-round protective finish that helps your lenses resist daily wear while keeping your vision clear.
Key features and benefits of HMC
Smudge resistance – helps keep your lenses stay clean and makes them easy to maintain.
Water repellent – rain and splashes glide off the surface.
Anti-reflection – reduces glare from artificial lighting and digital screens.
Scratch-resistance – helps protect your lenses from minor abrasions.
Is HMC for me?
HMC is a reliable entry-level coating if you want clear, low-maintenance lenses without any additional upgrades. It’s ideal for daily glasses wearers who spend most of their time indoors, use screens occasionally, or want dependable, easy-to-clean lenses that can handle everyday life.
What is Satin + UV for Lite Range lenses?
Satin + UV builds upon the foundation of HMC but with enhanced protection and durability. It uses advanced coating technology to deliver clearer vision while protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays.
This coating is created using ionic bonding for added flexibility, helping to prevent cracking and peeling. It also includes Enhanced Scratch Guard Technology, improving the lens surface hardness and ensuring the coating lasts longer.
Key features and benefits of Satin + UV
UV protection – blocks harmful ultraviolet light from both the front and rear lens surfaces.
Anti-static – repels dust and particles for clearer vision.
Smudge resistance – easy to clean and maintain.
Water repellent – minimises water marks and streaks.
Anti-reflection – enhances visual comfort and reduces glare.
Scratch-resistance – adds long-term durability and toughness.
Is Satin + UV for me?
Satin + UV is ideal if you spend a lot of time outdoors or near bright natural light. It offers ten times more UV protection than the naked eye, making it a strong choice for people who commute, walk, or cycle regularly. Even on cloudy days, it provides reliable eye protection against harmful rays that contribute to long-term eye strain and fatigue.
Before our next release of handmade frames, you can simulate the additional cost of the Satin + UV coating using our handy lens menu.
What is Satin + Blue for Lite Range lenses?
Satin + Blue offers all the same additional benefits as Satin + UV but with the added advantage of filtering blue-violet light from digital screens. It’s specifically designed for people who spend long hours on computers, tablets and smartphones.
Prolonged screen time can contribute to digital eye strain (also known as computer vision syndrome) with symptoms such as tired eyes, headaches and light sensitivity. Satin + Blue helps filter the most intense part of blue-violet light, easing visual fatigue and providing more comfortable, natural vision throughout the day.
Key features and benefits of Satin + Blue
Blue-violet light filtering – reduces glare and digital eye strain from screens.
UV protection – shields against harmful ultraviolet light.
Anti-static – helps keep lenses dust-free.
Smudge resistance – simple to clean.
Water repellent – prevents marks and residue.
Anti-reflection – improves clarity and comfort.
Scratch-resistance – protects against daily wear and tear.
Is Satin + Blue for me?
Satin + Blue is a great choice if you work with digital devices, whether in an office, studio or at home. It’s suitable for anyone who wants clearer, more comfortable vision while using screens, reading or working under artificial lighting.
Before our next release of handmade frames, you can simulate the additional cost of the Satin + Blue coating using our handy lens menu.
Comparing Lite Range lens coatings
HMC is the standard, everyday coating — simple, clear, and reliable.
Satin + UV provides additional UV protection and improved surface durability for outdoor use.
Satin + Blue combines all of the above features plus additional advanced blue-light filtering for screen users.
Which Lite Range lens coating should I choose?
If you’re unsure which lens coating suits you best, here’s a quick guide:
- Choose HMC if you want dependable, everyday lenses with low maintenance.
- Choose Satin + UV if you spend time outdoors and want extra UV protection.
- Choose Satin + Blue if you work on screens and want to reduce digital eye strain.
Lite Range lens coating FAQs
Can I add Satin + UV or Satin + Blue to any Lite Range lens?
Yes. Both coatings are available as optional upgrades when you order your prescription lenses via our lens menu.
Do these coatings change how my lenses look?
Each coating is optically clear, though HMC can produce green reflections whilst Satin + Blue creates blue reflections under certain light conditions.
Are the coatings applied to both sides of the lens?
Yes. All Lite Range coatings are applied to both the front and back lens surfaces for complete protection. This aids the transmission of light for optimal visual acuity and to reduce reflections across your lenses.
Can I clean these lenses normally?
Yes. For light cleaning, it's best to use your complimentary Banton Frameworks microfibre lens cloth. For a deeper clean of your lenses (and frame) using lukewarm water domestic dishwashing detergent such as Fairy or Dawn is a great way to remove skin oil and stubborn patches of dirt. Avoid paper towels or rough fabrics that may damage your coatings.
Ready for Lite Range coatings?
If you’re unsure which Lite Range lens coating is right for you, or you’d like to explore all your lens options check out our handy lens menu.
You’ll find a clear breakdown of lens types, upgrades and coatings so you can make an informed choice ahead of our next release of handmade frames.
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