Enjoy a complete guide to the different types of zippers you come across most often. Know which types of zippers are used for fashion and function.
2021-06-16read more >
The last thing you want to deal with is a broken pull tab or stuck slide, which is why knowing how to replace a zipper on your jacket or fix a broken tent zipper is so crucial. Understanding the main causes of zipper failure can help you avoid common zipp
2021-06-08read more >
Making and mending clothing requires knowing the difference between right and left-sided insertion pins. A busted zipper could mean anything from missing zipper teeth to a cracked slider. Getting the right zipper repair parts isn’t always easy, which is w
2021-05-20read more >
Find out how to properly clean and maintain a zipper on any item. You don’t have to throw away broken backpacks or tents if you maintain their zippers.
2021-05-12read more >
Find out how to choose the right zipper for your project before you begin. Don’t give up on your favorite clothes when you follow these tips and tricks.
2021-04-22read more >
Most people don’t think twice before using a zipper. They’re common on pants, boots, coats, and many other pieces of clothing—not to mention camping gear. Prior to the zipper, buttons were the only option for securing clothing, and we all know how difficu
2021-04-09read more >
A busted zipper is not the end of the world. Whether you can sew or prefer no-sew techniques, you can replace a zipper on anything with these tips and tricks. For some projects, you might have to figure out how to tell what size zipper slider you need bef
2021-04-08read more >
As the weather begins to warm up, you might start to crave the great outdoors again. Spending time in the backyard and going on hikes is one way to enjoy nature, but if you really want to try connecting with the natural world, plan a camping trip. Figurin
2021-03-11read more >
As spring begins to swing, you may be itching to get your camping gear out and take to the woods. While it’s devastating to pull out your tent and discover a broken zipper, nothing is worse than not realizing it until you get to your campsite. You can be
2021-03-09read more >
Broken zipper? That’s a bummer, but with some help from a zipper repair kit it, doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye to a beloved coat or sleeping bag. As we have talked about before, some zippers that need repair need an entirely new zipper, while some ju
2020-09-06read more >
We continue with zipper Q&A’s on our blog. Here’s another great customer question about replacing a lining zipper – read on! Question About Rain Jacket’s Lining Zipper: I am looking to replace the aluminum zipper for the lining of my raincoat. The
2020-03-18read more >
After a frustrating and costly trip to a retail store, have you ever stepped back and said to yourself: “there has to be a better way!” For some folks who use zippers for sewing only very occasionally, buying items individually might be fine. However, the
2020-03-09read more >
We get a lot of questions about specific zipper situations. While it is helpful to give one-on-one advice, we thought it could be even better to publicly share the answers. This way, people working on similar zipper repairs or zipper replacements can lear
2019-04-29read more >
Zipper repair is something that most of us haven’t given a lot of thought to. We often take zippers for granted, and only once they break do we realize what a difference they make in our lives! What happens when a zipper is broken? Well, you have at least
2019-04-04read more >
Fix A Broken Zipper! A lot of people have been emailing me lately about FixnZip Double Zip Repair. Yes, I will show you how to fix a broken Double Zipper! I will show you How to Repair a Zipper which has Two Sliders. Because FixnZip Kit will work ALL type
2017-06-02read more >
I have a favorite hoodie. It’s comfortable, all lined in fleece, and has an embroidered logo of my favorite NFL team. I wear that thing constantly during football season and through the winter until the weather warms up. Out of nowhere, the zipper stopped
2017-04-19read more >
Best Go Bag Zipper Fix! One of my favorite getaways is heading out to the Oregon Coast for the weekend. I was throwing clothes into my duffel bag for one such weekend when I realized my duffel bag zipper had broken. It might sound silly, but this little d
2016-04-15read more >
We all have a favorite jacket, hoodie, or fleece. The one that fits like a glove or provides just the right amount of warmth or has a hood that actually shields your face from the rain. The coat your hand automatically reaches for on your way out the door
2015-08-06read more >
Marine Zippers - Zipper Repair for Your Boat If you’re an avid boater, then you know that boats have zippers everywhere. You’ll find zippers on the bridge enclosure, the boat cover, seat cushions, life jackets, and even non-boat-specific items like duffel
2015-07-21read more >
There are plenty of camping survival guides out there already, but there's not much when it comes to glamping. Don't worry, Glampers, I've got you covered. 5 Must-Haves For Your Next Glamping Excursion Cozy Bedding: You can't go out in
2015-03-20read more >
There’s nothing more frustrating than having a day on the water ruined by a broken zipper on your wetsuit. But before you throw away your old wetsuit, or spend a lot of money getting a wetsuit zipper repair check out our guide for replacing the broken zip
2014-04-22read more >
Let me begin by saying that I hate to shop for pants. It seems like a miracle when I can actually find a pair that fit right AND are on sale. So you can imagine my frustration when the zipper on my semi-new golf shorts broke (kind of like that time I had
2014-02-19read more >
There must be a broken tent zipper epidemic going on, because the majority of the phone calls I’ve received this week are from people who need a tent zipper repair. Actually, it probably has more to do with the fact that spring is here, and people are dig
2013-05-02read more >
We're very excited about all the positive feedback we've been getting since the launch of the FixnZip™, and we wanted to take a moment to share it with you. From blog reviews to awards at tradeshows, and even a feature in a recently published bo
2013-03-14read more >
Golf Bag Zipper Problems I’ve been getting an influx of emails. These emails ask if the FixnZip® will work for a golf bag zipper repair and for golf carts. One guy told me a squirrel attacked his bag and broke the zipper slider. I Googled it; apparently s
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