How To Use Graphite On Door Lock

Use powdered graphite to lubricate the lock cylinder.

How to use graphite on door lock.

I used to work with a locksmith. How to use the lubricants on car locks and hinges. Please don t use graphite. Use the wd 40 for latches and hinges on the glove box and gas tank cover.

Don t be shy load it up with a thick coat. Once the graphite has distributed through the lock it will begin to clear away the gunk that s been hindering the lock s movement leaving you with a fully functioning hassle free door. A pencil works great for door lock lubricant in a pinch. Test the lock after each application.

This will not break your lock it will only break up the graphite. To reassemble the door lock after cleaning and lubricating it follow these steps. You can use more graphite if needed to keep it lubricated. Squirt a small amount of the graphite lubricant into the car door locks and trunk locks to ensure they keep working smoothly.

Simply rub the teeth of the key with a sharp pencil until the surface is covered with graphite. Spray until all the dirt is flushed from the assembly and then let the latchbolt assembly lie on the newspaper or towels until all the excess lubricant has dripped off. Wd 40 is the best. You also should use this spray on the front and rear door hinges.

This will crush up the graphite and allow it to lubricate the lock. Try the lock to see if it seems to turn easier. Apply a generous amount of graphite power to the striker and lock mechanisms of the hardware as well as any keyholes. Then insert the key into the lock again which will deposit the graphite into the lock.

For especially stubborn locks try squeezing a little graphite onto the door s latch as well.