Lubricating and Penetrating Oil
Keep your tools and machinery running smoothly with our range of copper grease, lubricants and penetrating oils. Perfect for loosening rusted parts, reducing friction, and stopping squeaks - essential for any toolkit.
Halfords Lubricating and Penetrating Oil
Moving parts sometimes get stuck, start squeaking, and generally become a nuisance. Bolts, screws, and other fixings can rust or seize over time. In these situations, you need a reliable lubricants and oils to get things moving again.
At Halfords, we stock a wide range of specialist lubricating and penetrating oils for all kinds of applications. If you're after the old-school classics, we carry WD40 - opens in a new tab in various sizes, along with specialist WD-40 products such as fast-drying contact cleaner and silicone lubricant. We also offer trusted products from 3-in-One, Halfords release spray - opens in a new tab and contact cleaners, copper grease, and chain lubricants.
A good penetrating oil has saved many DIY mechanics over the years, which is why it's still a popular essential. But it’s not just for vehicles - these versatile products are also great for bikes and domestic tasks, like stopping a squeaky door or loosening stiff locks.
Our multi-purpose, lubricating and penetrating oils are a part of our broader collection of engine oils and lubricants - opens in a new tab. Everything is available to shop online, and home delivery is available. Prefer to pick up? Use Click and Collect to get your order from a local Halfords store at your convenience.
Lubricating and Penetrating Oil FAQs
Is WD-40 a penetrating oil?
Yes, it can work like one. WD-40 is mainly known as a multi-use spray, but it does a decent job of loosening light rust and freeing up stuck parts. For really seized bolts though, a proper penetrating oil usually works better.
How long should I leave penetrating oil to work?
You don’t need to rush it. Give it at least 5 to 10 minutes to soak in. If the part is really stuck, leaving it a bit longer or applying a second round can help.
Is it safe to use penetrating oil on brakes or brake components?
It’s best not to use it on brake parts. Those components rely on friction to work properly, so adding any kind of oil can actually mess that up. If something’s going on with your brakes, it’s safer to deal with it properly rather than spraying anything on.
Does penetrating oil help stop squeaking car parts?
Yes, it can quiet things down. If the noise is coming from dry or slightly stuck parts, a bit of penetrating oil can loosen things up and reduce the squeak pretty quickly.