How to Fix a Snap Fastener on Pants

Use this trick for any snap that has become warped.

A damaged snap on a pair of pants can be an intimidating problem. A snap is put onto the fabric by first creating a hole in the fabric with a punch then joining the two sides of the snap together with the punch. The same is done with the other side of the snap and the two sides of the snap are joined to hold your pants together. Because of this custom hole and the fact that snaps are primarily metal, a snap is not easily replaced and the best option is to try to repair it. The most common problem is the snap becoming warped in the dryer or bent while wearing it.

Things You'll Need

• Needle nose pliers
• Hot water
• Bowl
• Hammer

Instructions

1. Dip the fastener into the hot water and let sit for 1 minute.

2. Remove the snap from the water.

3. Use the needle nose pliers to bend the snap edges back into shape. Bend them out enough that the male part of the snap will be able to fit into it. It does not have to fit snugly at this time. If it is difficult to bend the metal, reheat the water and submerge the snap for another minute.

4. Snap the two sides of the snap together.

5. Use the needle nose pliers to press the outside edges of the snap together to fit them together perfectly. Press the circumference of the snap and the top and bottom.

6. Re-submerge the snap while snapped in the hot water and let sit for 1 minute.

7. Remove the snap from the water and allow the pants to dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful to not burn your hands in the hot water.