{"title":"Home \u0026 Household","description":"\u003cp\u003eSqueaky hinges, sticking locks, a drawer that won't run smoothly. Most jobs round the house need a drop of the right oil, and Universal Oil covers a lot of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anything near food, such as mincers, slicers and kitchen machines, there's H1 Food Oil. You'll also find our cleaners for glass and plastic surfaces here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-guides=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/lubricate-garage-door\"\u003eHow to Lubricate Garage Door Rollers, Hinges and Springs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ballistol-universal-oil","title":"Ballistol Universal Oil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"img-container\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Product_information_Universal_Oil_gun_care.pdf?v=1652717112\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/1.png?v=1652719601\" style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-container\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol_Universal_msds.pdf?v=1652720689\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/3.png?v=1652720670\" style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-Universal-Oil_600x600.png?v=1652721278\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center; line-height: 5px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBALLISTOL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNIVERSAL OIL\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe universal oil – well tested and unequalled! For maintaining metal, wood, leather, rubber and synthetic material. Ideally suited for handicraft, industry, agriculture, household, gardening, vehicles, fishing, hunting and shooting sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALLISTOL is widely used in the precision gauge and tool industry and in the production of scales and other precision instruments. BALLISTOL provides a protective alkaline film on the surface of metals, neutralizes hand sweat and other acid corrosive residues so that the surface is protected from corrosion. Due to its low surface tension, it is capable of creeping into the tiniest cracks and fissures of metal surfaces. It cleans and makes silver and brass shiny. Brilliant for the upkeep of tools and instruments in the field of precision mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALLISTOL effectively protects leather against getting hard and dry, and against water. Residues of tannic acid in leather will be neutralized. Dry leather softens and gets elastic again with a dull shine. Bright leather can get darker. The smell of BALLISTOL will evaporate quickly. There will be no greasy film on the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALLISTOL protects, preserves and rejuvenates all natural wooden surfaces. It enhances the wood graining and protects against humidity. It’s ideal for antique furniture!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlastics \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALLISTOL maintains and protects oil-resistant synthetic material, preserves its elasticity and protects from drying out and getting obdurate. It protects rubber car door seals in winter and renews the shine of synthetic surfaces without leaving a greasy film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimals and people\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor animal coats, paws and hooves, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/animal-care-oil\"\u003eBallistol Animal Care Oil\u003c\/a\u003e, which is made for the job. For skin care, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/neo-ballistol-skin-care-oil\"\u003eNeo Ballistol\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeapons \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALLISTOL protects from corrosion, lubricates, cleans and acts against residues of powder, lead, copper and tombac. It creeps into finest fissures and dissolves old soiling’s and resins of unsuitable oils. It neutralizes combustion residues. It also cleans, maintains and preserves the wooden stock and leather gun slings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOur Use Images \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images49_480x480.jpg?v=1627393914\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 4\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images32_480x480.jpg?v=1627394301\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 5\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images51_480x480.jpg?v=1627394112\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 6\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images50_480x480.jpg?v=1627394040\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 7\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images38_480x480.jpg?v=1627393891\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-cleaningfelt_480x480.jpg?v=1627816096\" alt=\"Ballistol cleaning felt with Universal Oil\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images21_480x480.jpg?v=1627393471\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 10\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/BallistolUniversalOil_480x480.jpg?v=1627392910\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil can\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images6_480x480.jpg?v=1627393395\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 12\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-bike-universal_480x480.jpg?v=1627816282\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil on a bike\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images5_480x480.jpg?v=1627393420\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 14\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images34_480x480.jpg?v=1627393618\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 15\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/Ballistol-images12_480x480.jpg?v=1627393371\" alt=\"Ballistol Universal Oil in use, example 16\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg height=\"\" width=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/ballistol-trust0pilot.png?v=1627394942\" alt=\"Ballistol UK reviews on Trustpilot\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-kw=\"2026-10-23\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBallistol oil for guns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallistol was first made in 1904 as a gun cleaning oil for the German army, and it is still the oil most people mean when they say \"Ballistol\". It is a gun cleaner and oil in one: it loosens powder, lead and copper residue so it wipes out on a felt, leaves a light lubricating film on the action, and neutralises the acidic sweat that starts rust on a gun after handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne can covers the metal, the wooden stock and the leather sling, which is why Ballistol gun oil sits in so many UK gun cabinets and field bags. For heavy copper fouling add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/robla-solo-mil\"\u003eRobla Solo MIL\u003c\/a\u003e, and for high round counts add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/guncer-ceramic-oil\"\u003eGunCer\u003c\/a\u003e on the rails. More on that in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/clp-vs-gun-oil\"\u003eCLP vs gun oil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMetal protection beyond guns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a metal oil it protects tools, fishing reels, garden kit and car parts from damp. It creeps into fine gaps, leaves a thin protective film and does not go sticky, so it suits anything that gets oiled and then put away. See \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rust-protection\"\u003erust protection for metal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Ballistol a good gun cleaning oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It cleans, lubricates and protects in one product and has been used on firearms since 1904.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Ballistol in the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e Directly from Ballistol UK at ballistol.co.uk, or from the stockists on our distributor page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp data-guide-link=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-clean-car-battery-terminals\"\u003eHow to Clean Car Battery Terminals\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-open-frozen-car-door\"\u003eHow to Open a Frozen Car Door\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-clean-antique-furniture\"\u003eHow to Clean Antique Furniture\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-soften-leather\"\u003eHow to Soften Leather\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-stop-rust-on-metal\"\u003eHow to Stop Rust on Metal\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ballistol-uses\"\u003e50 everyday uses for Ballistol Universal Oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ballistol","offers":[{"title":"400ml Spray Can","offer_id":39852136333494,"sku":"21812","price":15.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"350ml VarioFlex","offer_id":39852136366262,"sku":"21728","price":15.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml Bottle","offer_id":40894320083126,"sku":"21140","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"200ml Spray Can","offer_id":39852136399030,"sku":"21710","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"50ml Bottle","offer_id":39852136497334,"sku":"21017","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15ml Oil Pen","offer_id":39852136530102,"sku":"21362","price":6.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oil wipes x 10","offer_id":40544598425782,"sku":"21950","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":42387020382390,"sku":"BUK-UNI-5L","price":153.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75ml Spray Can","offer_id":56221052240251,"sku":"BUK-UNI-75ML","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ltr","offer_id":56228423696763,"sku":"BUK-UNI-10L","price":185.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/products\/BALLISTOL-UNIVERSAL-OIL-400ML_70110269-d085-4300-9876-cdf6063cb168.png?v=1623505199"},{"product_id":"silicone-oil","title":"Silicone Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eBallistol Silicone Oil lubricates and protects rubber, plastic and metal parts on guns, and is particularly suited to CO2 and airsoft guns. It clings well, so it stays where you put it for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO-rings, seals and valves on gas and CO2 guns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas magazines and blowback actions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping plastic parts supple, so they keep their original look and are less likely to dry out or crack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing friction and helping smooth reloading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in cold weather, as it stays reliable at low temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut a drop on the gas magazine valve every few fills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply sparingly to seals, O-rings and moving parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it out of the inner barrel and off the hop-up rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGas and CO2 guns rely on rubber seals, and mineral oil can make those seals swell. Silicone oil keeps them supple instead, so magazines hold gas and blowback actions cycle smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/airsoft-maintenance\"\u003eAirsoft gun maintenance guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ballistol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39861222473910,"sku":"23807","price":5.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/products\/BALLISTOL-SILICONE-OIL.png?v=1624976069"},{"product_id":"ballistol-h1-food-oil","title":"Ballistol H1 Food Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eBallistol H1 Food Oil is an NSF H1 registered lubricant for machinery and tools where incidental contact with food is possible. It lubricates, cleans and protects metal against rust in food and drink production, packaging, cosmetics and pharmaceutical manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a clear white oil made from a blend of pharmaceutical-grade white oils and selected additives. It has no smell or taste and will not taint products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConveyors, belts and rollers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlades, slicers, grinders and mixers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGears, bearings, chains and pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling, capping, labelling and packaging machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools and small machines, including sewing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm and feed processing machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricates moving parts under heavy load and reduces wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects metal against rust and oxidation with a strong protective film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepels water and moisture, with anti-seize properties against galling and seizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks across a wide temperature range, including around ovens, coolers and freezers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow evaporation, so it lasts between applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-staining, and compatible with most plastics and rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleans dirt and grime off processing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-kw=\"2026-10-23\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat NSF H1 means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNSF H1 is the registration for lubricants used where incidental contact with food is possible. It requires ingredients permitted for incidental food contact under US FDA rules. It does not make the oil an ingredient, so apply it sparingly and wipe off the excess. More on choosing and using one: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/h1-food-grade-oil\"\u003efood grade oil for kitchens and food businesses\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSizes: 200ml and 400ml.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in food and beverage processing, dairy, bakery, meat and poultry, brewing and distilling, pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturing, packaging and animal feed production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/files\/pdf-icon.png?v=1697046573\" alt=\"PDF Icon\"\u003e H1 safety data sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-guide-link=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sewing-machine-oil\"\u003eUsing H1 oil on sewing machines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ballistol","offers":[{"title":"200ml","offer_id":40895380848822,"sku":"25310","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"400ml","offer_id":40895380881590,"sku":"25313","price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/products\/H1Oil.png?v=1631303930"},{"product_id":"spray-nozzle-for-universal-500ml","title":"Spray Nozzle for Universal 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a pump spray nozzle for the 500ml bottle of Ballistol Universal Oil. Fit it to the bottle and you can spray the oil instead of pouring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the 500ml bottle of Universal Oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is the nozzle only. The oil is sold separately: choose the 500ml Bottle option on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ballistol-universal-oil\"\u003eBallistol Universal Oil\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ballistol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41079535829174,"sku":"21352","price":5.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7525\/3942\/products\/SprayNozzle.png?v=1641989860"},{"product_id":"ptfe-spray","title":"PTFE Teflon™ Spray 200ml - Dry Lubricant","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePTFE (better known as Teflon™) Spray for dry lubrication and as an anti adhesive medium.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePTFE Spray is a highly effective lubricant and anti-adhesive medium that can be used in a wide range of applications to provide long-lasting lubrication and reduce friction and adhesion. It is a simple and clean alternative to other lubricants like oil or silicone, and is ideal for use on a variety of materials including metal, plastics, wood, rubber and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use PTFE Spray, start by ensuring that the surface to be lubricated is clean and dry. Shake the can well before use and hold it approximately 15-20cm away from the surface. Apply a thin, even coating of the spray, taking care to avoid any overspray. Allow the spray to dry completely before using the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePTFE Spray is ideal for use in a wide range of applications, including trolleys, guide ways, cable winches, telescope guides, car antennas, gearwheels and bearings made of all kinds of synthetic materials. It is particularly useful in situations where a drastic reduction of friction and adhesion is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt contains polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) particles, better known as Teflon™. PTFE Spray should not be used on surfaces that come into contact with food or drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart by cleaning the surface to be lubricated. Remove any dirt, debris, or old lubricant using a suitable cleaner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure the surface is completely dry before applying PTFE Spray. Any moisture can interfere with the lubricating properties of the spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake the can well before use to ensure the PTFE particles are evenly distributed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the can approximately 15-20cm away from the surface to be lubricated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin, even coating of the spray, taking care to avoid any overspray. Move the can in a back-and-forth motion to ensure complete coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the spray to dry completely before using the equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, repeat the application after a certain period of time, depending on the frequency of use and the conditions under which the equipment operates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-kw=\"2026-10-26\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePTFE spray or silicone spray?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are dry-feeling lubricants, but they do different jobs. A PTFE spray lube leaves solid PTFE particles that cut friction and stop things sticking, and it is the better choice for locks, drawer runners, sliding doors, cables and metal-on-plastic parts. A silicone spray leaves a slippery liquid film that suits rubber seals and weatherstrips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want one dry PTFE spray for the house, the garage and the workshop, this is the one. It also suits precision parts, slide rails, linear guides and mechanisms near electronics, because the dry film is non-conductive and does not attract dust the way a wet oil does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Teflon spray a coating?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leaves a thin dry PTFE film that lubricates and stops things sticking. It is not a paint or a permanent non-stick coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does dry Teflon spray take to dry?\u003c\/strong\u003e A few minutes at normal room temperature. Let it flash off before using the part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Teflon spray the same as Teflon oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e People search for \"Teflon oil\", but this is a dry spray: the PTFE particles are carried in a fast-evaporating solvent that flashes off and leaves a dry coating rather than an oily film. For PTFE in a bike chain lube, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bike-drylube-ptfe-spray\"\u003eBike DryLube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTeflon™ is a trademark of The Chemours Company FC, LLC used under license by F.W. 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