Sticking Zippers

**BiK3RChiK** · 4th August 2008, 18:23

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

**Gremlin** · 4th August 2008, 18:34

what if you can't get it closed (because it doesn't work) to run the lead pencil up and down?

**alanzs** · 4th August 2008, 18:35

Bar of soap works as well. Those little ones from hotels are the easiest to handle.

**bully** · 4th August 2008, 18:40

Originally Posted by BiK3RChiK

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

I, this works, those stubborn metal zippers.

**Nasty** · 4th August 2008, 18:45

Candle wax also works well!!

**BiK3RChiK** · 4th August 2008, 18:52

Originally Posted by Gremlin

what if you can't get it closed (because it doesn't work) to run the lead pencil up and down?

If the teeth are not broken then the zip should be able to work. Give it a go, you may be quite surprised, and you've got nothing to lose!

**Gremlin** · 4th August 2008, 19:25

Originally Posted by BiK3RChiK

If the teeth are not broken then the zip should be able to work. Give it a go, you may be quite surprised, and you've got nothing to lose!

ummm... when I "encourage" things to do something... they normally break in fantastic ways

... guess I will keep trying... its the liner for a jacket, as you try to zip it, it hasn't gone in fully at the bottom... hard to explain, but basically, when you zip, it hasn't actually zipped.

**BiK3RChiK** · 4th August 2008, 20:20

Originally Posted by Gremlin

ummm... when I "encourage" things to do something... they normally break in fantastic ways

... guess I will keep trying... its the liner for a jacket, as you try to zip it, it hasn't gone in fully at the bottom... hard to explain, but basically, when you zip, it hasn't actually zipped.

My guess is that the zip hasn't 'seated' properly then... try pulling it back out and re-seating the zip. They can be a bit tricky!

**Naki Rat** · 4th August 2008, 20:37

Selleys Ezi Glide silicon spray works well on plastic components, and passibly on metal plus giving it some corrosion resistance. Allow to dry for it to work properly.

I used heaps of it on venetian and vertical blinds in a past business and found Selleys to be the best brand

**doc** · 4th August 2008, 20:39

Originally Posted by BiK3RChiK

If you are struggling with a lead pencil up and down a number of times while the

.... I added nothing

Ferk I now see how Sensing murder works you just mention the bits that are interesting and you can ummmm.

Candlewax is what I've always used. No smell and it's organic almost

**Mully** · 4th August 2008, 20:47

Originally Posted by BiK3RChiK

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

Or alternatively, lay off the pies.....

It's like one of Swoop's "Top Tips"

**Swoop** · 4th August 2008, 21:11

Originally Posted by doc

Candlewax is what I've always used. No smell and it's organic almost

Parrafin wax.
Yes, this is the best. I have been edjamacated by a knowledgable Zen master of the Canvas Arts...
Especially good on boat spray dodgers, where the salt gets into the zip sliders!