What are Zamak Bottom-Footed Sewing Buttons?

As the name suggests, it is made from a metal alloy called zamak and has a foot at the bottom of the button that allows it to be sewn onto fabric or material.

Features and Areas of Use

• Material: The primary material for the buttons is zamak, a durable alloy composed of zinc, aluminum, magnesium, and copper. This material offers both strength and lightness.

• Structure: The bottom of the button has a loop or loop (foot) with holes for threading. This foot allows the button to be easily sewn onto fabric by hand or with a sewing machine.

• Purpose of Use: While it functionally helps close garments, it is also used for more decorative purposes. It adds elegance and a heavy touch to the design.

• Areas of Use:

  • Clothing: It is preferred in outerwear such as coats, jackets, vests, overcoats or thick fabric shirts.

  • Bags and Accessories: Used as a decorative button on accessories such as backpacks, handbags, wallets and belts.

  • Shoemaking: It can be used as a stylish detail on the laces or sides of boots and shoes.

Zamak bottom-footed sew-on buttons are frequently preferred by designers and manufacturers due to both their practical ease of sewing and the modern and high-quality appearance they add to products.