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Why shouldn’t you use WD-40 in your locks?

Why shouldn’t you use WD-40 in your locks?

WD40 is hugely popular across the world, and is used for anything from preventing rust to removing nail polish from surfaces and even removing gum from clothes. But this multi-faceted product has limitations – it should never be used to lubricate locks!

The main reason for this is that WD40 is not a true lubricant; it is a water and oil displacing solvent. This means that it can actually remove any lube already in the lock, leaving it dry and susceptible to sticking. As well as this, using WD40 in a lock can lead to the collection of dust and grime, causing the lock pins to stick.

Instead, you should use the PTFE lubricant manufactured by from Locks4Vans. This lock lube contains no paint damaging silicones and operates at lower temperatures than competitive products. Acting like a non-stick coating for the inner lock mechanism, the PTFE lubricant allows for smoother lock operation while also reducing key wear and inhibiting corrosion.

If you’d like to purchase some Locks4Vans PTFE lubricant for your vehicle’s locks, call us on 0333 200 7244, or email sales@vehicle-accessories.net.

Ross Thomson
Ross Thomson
2022-10-22
I can’t recommend Lee and his team of wizards enough. They fitted the gas with all the safety requirements and modified / adapted several parts of the electrics. They went above and beyond my expectations - I won’t hesitate to use them again.
lee collier
lee collier
2022-08-28
Outstanding, what a great company
Brian Dobson
Brian Dobson
2022-07-05
Excellent service well recommended
Angus Abbott
Angus Abbott
2022-04-13
Great service. Needed roof bars moving, phoned up on the Monday, booked in Wednesday was done by 7.30am that morning.
Adam Parslow
Adam Parslow
2022-03-25
Outstanding service - Particularly from Liz. Great price and great finish. Would mention the fitter but I can't reme,ber his name, either way he was also excellent. Thanks.
Rui Jorge Camacho
Rui Jorge Camacho
2021-08-20
Dave has been a spectacular guy since the first time I spoke with him by the phone he was very helpful and honest, the team converted the van into a mobile barbershop and the result is amazing!!! truly happy with the result! it was worth travelling couple of hours to Bristol to get it done. Very profesional team! highly recommend!
Jennie Miller
Jennie Miller
2021-01-04
Amazing service and amazing quality. I would highly recommend anyone to this company, they are friendly and offer an amazing service and are brilliant value for money. We had both the lining and racking and it looks a first class job.
Paul Hepburn
Paul Hepburn
2020-11-05
I'm just looking at the different types of plywood racking. The gentleman I saw today is the main operator of the CNC machine he was very helpful and informative on the construction and designing of the racking. He said they can do standard or bespoke layouts to suit my van. Very impressed.
Locks 4 Vans
Locks 4 Vans
2020-10-09
Vehicle Accessories have been a customer of ours for many years and they are a delight to work with. The girls in customer service are a great team to deal with and are super friendly as always!


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