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Quick Tips
LOW VISION TIPS: “THINK CONTRAST”
IN THE KITCHEN
- Use a dark glass when pouring a light-colored drink. Use white glass
when pouring dark-colored drinks. Avoid clear glasses.
- Place black coasters on white counters for placing light colored
drinks and other light objects, such as pills.
IN THE BATHROOM
- For white countertops, use dark colored toothbrushes, soap dishes,
etc. For black countertops, use white toothbrushes, soak dishes, etc.
- In the white bathroom, a dark bathmat draped over a white tub will
make the tub easier to see. Place a dark toliet seat cover over a white
toilet.
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THE BEDROOM
- Use a light bedspread against a dark carpet and a dark bedspread
against a white carpet.
- If the room is mostly dark tones, place light colored pillows or
chairs in strategic places to help you find things.
(Source:
www.lowvisioninfo.org)
The Visionary ,
published as a service of the Illinois Society for the Prevention of
Blindness,
is available upon request. The information contained
in this issue,
taken from sources considered to be
accurate,
does not replace the need for professional eye care
consultations and treatments.
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