A stuck, broken, or misaligned zipper can be frustrating, but you don’t need a tailor to fix it! With this simple trick, you can repair any zipper in just 2 minutes—saving time and money.
🔧 Common Zipper Problems & Quick Fixes
1️⃣ Stuck Zipper? Use a Pencil or Soap! ✏️🧼
✔ Why it works: Graphite (from a pencil) or soap lubricates the zipper teeth, making it slide smoothly.
✔ How to fix:
1️⃣ Rub a pencil tip, soap, candle wax, or lip balm along the stuck zipper.
2️⃣ Gently move the zipper up and down until it slides easily.
2️⃣ Zipper Won’t Stay Up? Use Nail Polish or Hairspray! 💅
✔ Why it works: Clear nail polish or hairspray adds grip to the zipper teeth, preventing it from falling down.
✔ How to fix:
1️⃣ Apply clear nail polish to the top part of the zipper teeth.
2️⃣ Let it dry for a few minutes, then test the zipper.
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