Zippers breaking at the worst possible time can be frustrating. But here’s some good news: you don’t need to spend money on a tailor or replace the zipper entirely. There’s a simple trick that fixes it in under a minute, and it works like magic!
What You Need
The broken zipper
A pencil, soap, or candle (for lubrication)
Optional: a pair of pliers if the zipper pull is loose
Step-by-Step Fix
Check the Problem: Most broken zippers are stuck because the teeth aren’t aligned or the slider is loose.
Lubricate the Zipper: Rub a graphite pencil tip, soap, or candle along the zipper teeth. This makes the zipper slide smoothly again.
Align the Teeth: Slowly move the slider up and down while making sure the teeth line up properly.
Tighten the Slider (if needed): If the slider is loose, gently squeeze it with pliers so it grips the teeth better.
In just a minute or two, your zipper is as good as new. No tailor, no sewing, no spending money!
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