Hi there,

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Suggestions please.

Thank you very much.

On 18 June, 22:25, David wrote:
Hi there,

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Suggestions please.

Thank you very much.

Dry silicone spray

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

I think i'd be tempted to do the locking mech and sliding bolts only -
afaik most of the hinge mechanisms are friction hinges so lubricating
them might have an adverse affect.

On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:25:28 UTC, David wrote:

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Don't ever use oil or grease on locks. Powdered graphite is my
favourite.
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On 18 June, 23:19, "Bob Eager" wrote:
On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:25:28 UTC, David wrote:
Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Don't ever use oil or grease on locks. Powdered graphite is my
favourite.
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What about dry silicone spray?

Thanks.

On Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:18:56 UTC, David wrote:

On 18 June, 23:19, "Bob Eager" wrote:
On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:25:28 UTC, David wrote:
Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Don't ever use oil or grease on locks. Powdered graphite is my
favourite.
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What about dry silicone spray?

I'd have mentioned that too, but someone else had already done so.
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On Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:18:56 UTC, David wrote:

What about dry silicone spray?

I'd have mentioned that too, but someone else had already done so.

And a variant - PTFE spray. Can be good, especially where you don't want to
leave a sticky mess. Though it does leave a white deposit.

David wrote:
Hi there,

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.

Suggestions please.

Thank you very much.

I have used lithium grease (available in aerosol cans) quite a few times
recently. Stays in place pretty well. White - so not very obvious.
Certainly it works well on our garden gate hinges. Maybe others have
their views on its suitability?

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David wrote:
On 18 June, 23:19, "Bob Eager" wrote:
On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:25:28 UTC, David wrote:
Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?
The reason I'm asking is because we had a few windows replaced last
year and they advised my Dad to keep all our window mechanisms
lubricated, however I am not sure on what kind of grease to use and I
was not there when they told my Dad.
Don't ever use oil or grease on locks. Powdered graphite is my
favourite.
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poster, and specifically may not be published in, or used by
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What about dry silicone spray?

What brand name is it available in please.

Dave

Tim S wrote:
Bob Eager coughed up some electrons that declared:

On Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:18:56 UTC, David wrote:

What about dry silicone spray?
I'd have mentioned that too, but someone else had already done so.

And a variant - PTFE spray. Can be good, especially where you don't want to
leave a sticky mess. Though it does leave a white deposit.

Cough ;-)

Dave

On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:09:43 +0100, Colin Wilson wrote:

Is there any specific grease/oil etc that needs to be used to
lubricate the mechanisms on double glazed windows and doors?

I think i'd be tempted to do the locking mech and sliding bolts only -
afaik most of the hinge mechanisms are friction hinges so lubricating
them might have an adverse affect.

Just a thought for those of us with worn friction stays/hinges, I'm sure
I've seen a "grease" that actually increases friction many years ago, but
can't remember what or where.

I will actually get around to replacing the things eventually!

SteveW

On Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:25:16 +0100, Steve Walker
wrote:
I think i'd be tempted to do the locking mech and sliding bolts only -
afaik most of the hinge mechanisms are friction hinges so lubricating
them might have an adverse affect.

Just a thought for those of us with worn friction stays/hinges, I'm sure
I've seen a "grease" that actually increases friction many years ago, but
can't remember what or where.

I will actually get around to replacing the things eventually!

SteveW

I've been using 3 in 1 silicone spray for some time now and yes it does free
them up a bit, but if changing the upstairs one's is the alternative, I prefer
lubricating them. The great advantage of the spray over the old oil can, is
easily reaching the parts, other lubricants can't manage.

Andy C

On 20 June, 14:43, Andy Cap wrote:
On Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:25:16 +0100, Steve Walker
wrote:

I think i'd be tempted to do the locking mech and sliding bolts only -
afaik most of the hinge mechanisms are friction hinges so lubricating
them might have an adverse affect.

Just a thought for those of us with worn friction stays/hinges, I'm sure
I've seen a "grease" that actually increases friction many years ago, but
can't remember what or where.

I will actually get around to replacing the things eventually!

SteveW

I've been using 3 in 1 silicone spray for some time now and yes it does free
them up a bit, but if changing the upstairs one's is the alternative, I prefer
lubricating them. *The great advantage of the spray over the old oil can, is
easily reaching the parts, other lubricants can't manage.

Andy C

Thank you everyone for all your help, it is greatly appreciated.

I think I'll be getting some dry silicone spray, I have seen it being
used at my school.