Zipper Shortening & Stops - Part 4 of Zippers Explained in Detail

: Best for simultaneously cutting and sealing synthetic zipper tape to prevent unraveling.

: Useful for prying off old plastic stops from the "wrong" side of the zipper with minimal effort.

: When shortening a zipper, always mark your desired length and then cut about one inch past that mark to ensure you have enough tape to properly install the new stops. Recommended Tools