What to do if the zipper is not smooth? How to make the zipper smoother

Sometimes the zipper of clothes is not smooth, and it is difficult to put on and take off. If the zipper is difficult to pull, you can try lubricating the zipper with shampoo or sewing machine oil, or you can apply a little soap on it, and the zipper will be very smooth to use.

Zippers are divided into plastic zippers and metal zippers. If they are not smooth, plastic ones are more difficult to handle, while metal ones are easier. Plastic zippers are prone to aging after being used for a long time, or they are deformed due to contact with overheated water during washing. It is recommended to replace the zipper head or the entire zipper. For metal zippers, if they are not smooth, the simplest and cleanest way is to rub the front and back of the teeth with a candle. Try to rub and apply it carefully, then drag the zipper head back and forth several times until you feel the candle slightly melt. If you don't have a candle at home, you can use soap, pencil lead ash or detergent to apply it on the teeth of the zipper, pull it back and forth several times, and the zipper will become smooth.

First: lubricate frequently. There are many ways to lubricate, such as applying crayon soap on the zipper a few times. This will act as a grease and make it smooth so that it won't get stuck during use. This should be done frequently. It is recommended that clothes that are worn frequently can be smoothed once a week.

Second: clean the surroundings. Sometimes when a zipper gets stuck, besides the fact that it is not smooth enough, another possibility is that there are some things next to the zipper that will block the zipper from being pulled, such as hair. There are often thread ends, and there are also some furry decorations on the clothes. So if you are worried that the zipper will get stuck suddenly, after buying the clothes, you should first remove the thread ends and decorations that affect the zipper. Shake the clothes before wearing them to shake off the hair and other things to avoid affecting their use.

Third: Pay attention. Although zipping is not a delicate operation, you still need to aim at the right place first and then pull it. Don't use too much force because you are in a hurry to go out. Many zippers nowadays seem to be strong, but they can easily break or even crack if you use too much force. If it is simply stuck, it can be restored to use after a slight repair. If the zipper is directly broken, you really can only replace the zipper.

Fourth: Choose the right zipper. When buying clothes or sewing zippers yourself, you should pay attention to the fact that some zippers are of good quality. For example, the plastic has no impurities, and the metal of the zipper is relatively thick, which feels very smooth when pulled. Especially for some long and thick clothes, you should pay more attention to the quality of the zipper, because if such a large zipper is damaged, it is difficult to replace it, and it is difficult to find a suitable one. There are also trouser zippers that are more easily damaged. Metal zippers are preferred, which are stronger and more durable. Of course, good plastic ones are also good.

1. You can hold the tail of the zipper, straighten the zipper, and then pull it from bottom to top repeatedly to check whether it is smooth. If it is not smooth, many times it is because the zipper is stuck with other things, so it is not smooth. Just remove the obstacle and it will return to normal.

2. The simplest and most effective method is to apply a layer of wax on the surface of the zipper, and use the lubricating effect of the wax to achieve a smooth effect. After wiping the surface of the zipper back and forth with a candle, and then repeatedly pulling it from bottom to top several times, the zipper will be smooth.

3. In addition to wax, you can also use lubricating oil. Choose a more transparent and clean one. Drop a few drops on the zipper pull ring and pull it repeatedly several times to achieve smooth operation.

1. If the opening and closing is not smooth, if you pull the chain head hard, the teeth will bite. At this time, apply paraffin or lubricating spray [FASTENERMATE] on the surface and inside of the teeth, and then move the slider several times to make it slide loose.

2. When the zipper on the bag is filled with too many things, if the zipper is closed, the force on the zipper is too great, and the teeth will be separated from the belt. This is a serious zipper failure. Pull the left and right teeth together to make it easier for the chain head to pass through and then close the zipper.

3. When opening and closing the zipper, sometimes the chain head bites the thread or fabric and the slider cannot be pulled. In this case, if you forcefully pull the slider, it will bite deeper. You should push the slider back while untying the fabric. When it is fully bitten, do not pull the slider hard, but push it back slowly. Also, do not leave any hidden dangers when sewing the zipper.

4. If the zipper does not work well after wearing the clothes for a long time, it is because the zipper puller becomes loose. At this time, you can pinch the puller with pliers (or bite it with your teeth if you don’t have pliers) to make it tighter, and the zipper will work better.