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How to Remove Snap Fasteners

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Snap fasteners seem like a permanent fixture, but if you have clothing, accessories, or even a boat or hot tub cover that has worn or damaged snaps, removing them is a simple task. Careful removal will prevent any damage to the material. Snaps can be removed with a flat-head screwdriver or with a drill, depending on the type of snap.

Standard Snaps

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Place the snap to be removed on a flat surface.

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Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver between the post of the snap and the clothing to loosen the snap socket.

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Wiggle the screwdriver all around the underside of the socket.

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Flip the snap over and wedge the screwdriver between the stud or prong ring and the fabric.

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Wiggle the screwdriver all around the underside of the stud until the stud or prong ring and socket release from one another.

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Follow these same directions to remove the snap post and its cap.

Heavy-Duty Snaps for Boat and Hot Tub Covers

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Place the snap to be removed on a flat, firm surface.

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Insert a drill bit into your drill that is slightly larger than the socket hole of the snap.

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Drill into the socket using medium speed and by applying light to medium pressure. Drill until the lip of the socket grinds down enough to release from the stud.

Things You'll Need:

  • Flat-head screwdriver
  • Drill
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