Holes in trouser legs from thighs rubbing - how to repair?

• Aug 12, 2014

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matei

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Hi all...

Not sure if this has been asked before, tried the search function but came up with lots of threads re. moth holes etc.

Basically, as I'm a burly man and not a size zero model, my trousers tend to develop holes where my thighs rub together. Some trousers last longer than others.

With jeans I merely patch them with denim or denim-like material... but what can be done with wool or linen/cotton trousers? Anyone try these types of repairs?

 

• Aug 12, 2014

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It's always been an issue for me - and cycling doesn't help. I just get a piece of matching (or nearly matching) cloth and get the sewing machine out and sew it into place on the inside. If the cloth and the thread are a good match it shouldn't be too visible. it's much neater if you get a professional to do the job but i don't tend to bother since the trousers will already be fairl well worn.

 

• Aug 12, 2014

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matei

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Good idea, I think I'll do The same.

 

• Aug 12, 2014

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Edward

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Just be careful with the thickness of material - I tried this on a pair of jeans years ago, and it chafed terribly having it on the inside.

 

• Aug 12, 2014

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Poor fit of trousers is cause.

 

• Aug 13, 2014

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Claudio

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It's not up to the poor fit, but up to the body structure, stance and build. The best of cloths will still 'use up'. As stated above, attach a small piece of cloth on the inside and that will help (if they are new trousers with extra legnth on the hem just save the fabric that will be cut off when tailor is taking them up). Also more baggy fit will also help if the cut of the trousers is generous in the croch region

 

• Aug 13, 2014

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Fastuni

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Friction and eventual wearing through can be avoided if the fabric is both sturdy and smooth surfaced.
Consider sharkskin or corduroy or other fabrics that are a bit "slippery".

 

• Aug 19, 2014

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matei

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Thanks for the tips. I'll see if I can get Mrs. Matei to try out her new sewing skills on this particular project.