How to repair a broken zipper?

Zippers are often seen in daily life and home. Now most clothing, bags, tents, etc. have zippers. There are waterproof zipper, plastic zippers, nylon zipper, and many types. During use, there are many possible problems with the zipper, and many people will abandon the entire article because of the zipper problem. In fact, many zipper problems can be solved. Let's take a look at how to repair the zipper if it is broken, and what are the tips for zipper repair.

Zipper repair tips

How to repair a broken zipper and zipper slider and puller? Let's start with a simple description. It may be that the lock is loose. You can use pliers and other instruments to squeeze the lock back and forth, and keep it under control. Don't break the lock. If it is still loose after doing this, it may be that both sides of the lock are loose. In the same way, squeeze on both sides. Then there is the problem that the lock cannot be stuck, that is, it is pulled up. After a while, the lock slips by itself. It is best to go to the clothing repair center and change to a new lock.

Solutions to common zipper problems

Regarding the dislocation of the teeth, it must be aligned. If the zipper slider slides down during the dressing process, you should replace it with a slider with longer teeth. After the top is good, it should be glued as it is, and it can be as seamless as possible. Do not sew, so as to change next time. If the zipper lock head is broken, you can only change the zipper lock head.

When the opening and closing is not smooth, if you pull the zipper chain end forcefully, it will cause occlusion problems. At this time, apply paraffin wax or lubricating spray to the surface and inside of the tooth parts, and then move the slider several times and it will slide easily.

When opening and closing the resin zipper slider, sometimes the chain end bites the thread or fabric and the slider cannot be pulled. If you pull the slider forcefully, the bite will become deeper and deeper. You should reverse the plastic zipper slider while untie the fabric. When biting in completely, do not pull the slider with great force, but slowly back up the slider. Also, do not leave hidden dangers when sewing zipper.

Precautions for the use of zippers

When using the open-end zipper, pay attention to insert the insert tube to the bottom of the socket cavity, insert it to the end, and then pull the slider. If the insert tube fails to be inserted in place, pull the slider forcibly, which will easily cause the first zipper deformation or displacement of the chain teeth will cause the chain teeth on both sides to be unable to talk together or the pull head cannot be pulled, even if it can be pulled, it will cause the chain teeth to "break the stomach" phenomenon. The correct method: When the zipper puller slider cannot be pulled, please move the slider backward to check that the intubation tube is in place and there will be no problem when pulling it.

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