The 10 Best Lubricants For Garage Doors
This wiki has been updated 9 times since it was first published in February of 2019. Garage doors have plenty of moving parts, and without the proper maintenance, they can start to degrade and make sounds that set your teeth on edge. Thankfully, there is an abundance of lubricants available to mitigate these issues and keep things running smoothly. We’ve put together a list of versatile selections that are simple to apply and can prevent damage from wear and corrosion. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki. Skip to the best lubricants for garage door on Amazon.
10. Liquid Wrench L616
9. B'laster Industrial Strength
8. Lubriplate Aero LBR-S
7. DuPont Silicone
6. 3-In-One Professional
5. CRC 03080
4. LiquiFix Zero VOC
3. WD-40 Lithium
2. WD-40 Specialist
1. Lubriplate Multi-Purpose
Editor's Notes
February 26, 2019:
When selecting a lubricant for your garage door, it's good to know exactly what parts you'll be applying it to, since you have trolleys, openers, hinges, latches, locks, torsion springs and more to consider. Many of our selections are intended for use on multiple mechanisms, but we included Lubriplate Aero LBR-S for those who require something specialized for their opening device. We also incorporated formulas with silicone, lithium, mineral, and ceramic bases to cater to a litany of temperatures and operating needs. For the most part, we added items that administer via aerosol cans and spray bottles, with some that come with a special straw for precise application (such as Liquid Wrench L616, B'laster Industrial Strength, and 3-In-One Professional). For tubed products, like Lubriplate Multi-Purpose, you only need to apply a small bead before opening and closing your door a few times to let it spread. We added LiquiFix Zero-VOC for consumers who are looking for an environmentally friendly option.
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