Haven't had any experience with silicon or graphite. Yes, Teflon is exactly it. It was recommended to me by a woodworker to use on my table saw (in particular because it dries right up and doesn't attract dirt, dust). It worked like a charm. I'm actually using it more on things vs. WD40.

The one I have is from Lowes..

DuPont Teflon 11 Oz. Multi-Use Dry, Wax Lubricant

http://www.lowes.com/pd_213197-39963-D00110101_0__?catalogId=10051&productId=1059839

On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 1:07 PM, Sharry Dunn <sharry_dunn@earthlink.net> wrote:

Thanks, Can you give me an example -would this also be known as Teflon spray? They had one at Orchard last nite but young man thought the Silicon spray would be better choice (but I don't know why). Don't recall the brand, about $5

I am leaning toward the 2nd product below based on feedback. Thoughts?

sharry

Found these two on Amazon -

#1 This one sounded good, on amazon Dupont Teflon Multi-Use Dry Wax Lubricant, 11 oz Aerosol Spray - this one is the MULTI USE, about $5

The Clean Lube No Oily Film!

DuPont(TM) Performance(TM) Multi-Use is a water repelling, three dimensional lubricant utilizing advanced DuPont(TM) Teflon(R) fluoropolymer, organic molybdenum, and a polymerized wax structure. This unique combination goes on wet to deeply penetrate and loosen frozen or rusted parts. It then sets up with a clean, dry, self-cleaning(TM) film. This dry film will not attract and absorb dirt and grime. In fact, dirt activates release agents in the lubricant causing bits of the wax layer and the contaminants to flake off. This patented technology keeps parts clean, so they work better and last longer.

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#2 DuPont Teflon Non-Stick Dry-Film Lubricant, 10 oz Aerosol THIS ONE IS NON-stick about $8 sounds even better customer feedback

Problem solving teflon spray, October 12, 2011

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The Spray was perfect for making power windows operate more easily and I also used it on power saw tables and blades which greatly improved both the sawing and material flow. Would definitely buy it again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Dry lubricant, September 19, 2011

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This is the only truly "dry" lubricant I've found and it works great on the rubber/vinyl seals around windows and doors on the car and does not freeze in the winter. Priceless!!

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-----Original Message-----
>From: subprong
>Sent: Nov 20, 2011 8:25 AM
>To: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: Re: [DIY] Sticky Lock, Not engaged
>
>I believe a dry wax spray will not attract the dust and you wouldn't have
>to re-apply it as often as WD-40.
>
>On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 9:59 AM, Sharry Dunn wrote:
>
>> **

>>
>> thanks Bill and Jan too
>> I bought a small tube of graphite and a can of Silicon spray last nite at
>> Orchard Supply; will also take the WD40 with me.
>>
>> So far in order of preference I think I will
>> 1st try graphite
>> maybe the WD-40 next
>> then the Silicon spray,
>>
>> - wish I could remember whee I read the WD 40 attacts dust or something
>> that made me think "don't do that".
>>
>> sharry
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> >From: Bill Chmelik
>> >Sent: Nov 19, 2011 6:35 PM
>> >To: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com
>> >Subject: RE: [DIY] Sticky Lock, Not engaged
>> >
>> >Wd-40 is good stuff, it is a cleaner and water repellant, I would try the
>> WD-40, it may be better to take the lock out of the door to gain greater
>> access to the moving parts.
>> >
>> >ck
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >From: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com [mailto:DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com]
>> On Behalf Of Sharry Dunn
>> >Sent: Saturday, November 19, 2011 5:40 PM
>> >To: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com
>> >Cc: Sharry Dunn
>> >Subject: [DIY] Sticky Lock, Not engaged
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >Since we are on Locks, I have a front door lock that is not engaging; the
>> deadbolt is locked, so house is secure. My question then, is how to fix the
>> lock that is not engaging?
>> >
>> >A friend opened my summer cabin this spring and found above problem; I am
>> going up in week or so and want to fix it. Can call the Lock lady, but
>> thought if it is simple, I can give cleaning it or whatever a shot before
>> we call for help.
>> >
>> >It is a Schlage lock, was new when installed - 37 yrs ago. Never had a
>> problem with it, and only had it rekeyed once. My friend said it didn't
>> engage, since I haven't been up yet, can't add other info, but he thought
>> it might need to be cleaned. I googled on cleaning locks and came up with
>> some steps which called for spraying WD-40 into the lock to loosen things
>> up, but thought I read WD40 is NOT GOOD to use as it makes it sticky or
>> something (can't recall several months ago) so checking with the list to
>> see what is my best course of action to clean and lubricate the lock if
>> this is what is needed. I do recall that when one presses down on the latch
>> lever to open, it seemed to stay in the pressed down position a bit (as
>> opposed to popping back up) if that makes sense. This is a front door lock,
>> with the lock keyhole above the handle, which has the little lever you
>> depress. Overr the years we never had a problem at all with it. This is in
>> the Sierra Nevada at Lake Tahoe, so of course it was cold when John went
>> in, but we never had problems regardless how freezing it was. Although I do
>> recall once I could not open car doors and had to get something to spray in
>> the lock, may have been liquid graphite or something like that, don't
>> recall.
>> >
>> >here is a cut and paste of the info I saved from my earlier googling to
>> fix it:
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >Over the course of time, as door locks get older, they tend to get
>> sticky. This goes for front door locks, garage door locks and any other
>> door lock you have in the house. You may have to play with the key in the
>> door lock to get your front door to your house to open. The older the door
>> lock gets, the stickier it becomes. This problem isn't due to the age of
>> the door lock, it is usually due to a dirt and grime buildup on the inside
>> of the door lock. So before you call a <
>> http://www.ehow.com/how_6124382_loosen-sticky-door-lock.html> locksmith
>> to change your locks, try to clean them.
>>
>> >
>> >Difficulty: Easy
>> >
>> >Instructions
>> >
>> >1 Hold an old thick rag directly under the sticky door lock. Make sure
>> your rag is thick and absorbent.
>> >
>> >2 Spray a lubricant such as WD-40 directly into the key hole. Spray
>> lubricants are available at hardware stores and <
>> http://www.ehow.com/how_6124382_loosen-sticky-door-lock.html> home
>> improvement stores. Do not use oil because the oil will become gummy and
>> stick to the dirt.
>>
>> >
>> >3 Continuously spray the lubricant into the key hole and allow the
>> lubricant to freely run out of the key hole. Continue to spray until the
>> lubricant runs out of the key hole clear.
>> >
>> >
>> >Tips & Warnings
>> >
>> >
>> >. Wipe all traces of the lubricant off of the door knob and door lock.
>> >
>> >. Do not allow the lubricating spray to drip onto your door because it
>> will stain the door.
>> >
>> >. Do not attempt on keyless door locks.
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >Let me know if you have some thoughts on this, as always, appreciate your
>> time and all the great suggestions,
>> >sharry
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>>
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