Garage Door Chain Cleaner

Specifically it s called blaster garage door spray lubricant its for rollers and springs on a garage door says it s premium long lasting silicone based.

Garage door chain cleaner.

The chains on your garage door opener are lubricated from the factory and that should last the life of the motor. Don t use a pressure washer. With a soft sponge or cloth apply the soap to the door in a circular motion. During this time you should apply a little bit of wd 40 or other machine oil to the chain drive.

As a homeowner knowing the correct type of lubricant for the chain. It gets constant use and that wears down the gears chain and integrity of the door. Rinse off with garden hose. Never lubricate the chain.

Remember that can of the original wd 40 that i told you to put down earlier. Patch any small holes with wood filler lightly sand and then paint or stain as required. Wooden garage doors should be wiped down with a clean dry cloth. Press all purpose grease into the recesses of the garage door opener s chain using the clean rag to force the grease into the chain s links.

After cleaning a wood door may also require repainting or staining. This will serve two distinct purposes. On the back says it can also. Wash the door with a soft sponge or cloth and a cleaner appropriate for the surface then thoroughly rinse the door with a hose.

Periodic maintenance of a liftmaster chain driven garage door opener includes lubricating the chain and greasing the chain rail. The residual grease between the chain s links lubricates the door opener s chain gear as the gear lifts the garage door. Maintenance of your chain drive garage door opener should be done on at least a bi annual basis. A squeaky garage door is a hassle and over the years things will just get worse.

Use light penetrating oil instead of grease to keep from collecting dirt and grit. Use a regular garden hose to wash off any loose dirt or dust. Inspect the surface of the door to see if it needs repainting or staining or shows any signs of insect damage. The regular wd 40 with the red cap is an amazing cleaner and degreaser.

For wood doors clean the outside of the door by wiping it with a dry soft cloth. Using a clean bucket mix a small amount of dish soap or car wash soap preferred with water. Here s where you can use it. Work from the top of the garage door toward the opener s motor.