How to Fix a Broken Zipper Easily
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Have a broken zipper and wondering how to fix it without replacing it? If you do, you are on the right page. I’m not talking about a stuck zipper or one that has come off the track and needs to be reset, either. I am talking about a broken zipper that is missing teeth or prongs, where part has pulled off, leaving you to perhaps think the only thing to do is replace it. Turns out, all those tiny little teeth can be removed and fixed pretty easily if you know what you are doing. I would never have known what to do without watching this video, plus, I would have figured I’d only make the problem worse.
Sly Master will teach you how to fix a broken zipper easily using tools you already have at home. It’s not as hard, as you think. No need to bring your jacket to a tailor to get the zipper replaced or even buy a new one. If you have a pair of pliers, you are likely to already have everything else you need at home in order to repair a zipper by yourself.
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This trick works great if your zipper is just missing prongs or some teeth. I always thought there was no easy fix to this problem – turns out there is. This is a practical way to do it, as this does not cost money if you already have the basic tools at home. If you are dealing with a different zipper problem, you might want to check these 4 Simple Tips And Tricks To Fix Your Zipper Issues.
I have a down jacket that I’ve worn for many years, but this past winter, this zipper separated, making it unwearable when it gets really cold or even rainy. I took it to a tailor to try to have it fixed, but they wanted $40 to replace the zipper. I might as well buy a new jacket in that case! I went searching through YouTube for a DIY solution and found this excellent DIY tutorial that showed me exactly how to fix a broken zipper.
What You Need to Fix a Broken Zipper
- long nose pliers
- toothpick
- hairdryer
- thread and needle
- lighter
- scissors
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How to Fix a Broken Zipper Without Replacing It
Step 1:
Check how many elements, prongs, or teeth are missing on the zipper.
Step 2:
Using long nose pliers, carefully remove elements (as much as you need) on the top part of the zipper and the top stop as well.
Step 3:
Get a toothpick and carefully insert the elements one by one. This will open them up.
Step 4:
Using your pliers, get the elements and place them on the edge of the tape where there are missing pieces. Adjust the spaces using the toothpick.
Step 5:
Use a hairdryer to heat it and close the elements.
Step 6:
On the top part of your zipper, cut off the excess tape, then sew the end element using a thread and needle. Use a lighter to light burn the edges of your tape and you are done.
