Duratrim and WD-40

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has anyone tried using WD 40 on thier duratrim?

I just did and it works fine. I have no idea how long it will last but I dont see that it will harm it at all

maybe I am missing something and other guys use it, or its going to screw it up?
 
I always used Penetrol, as per GW manual. Looked good, but didn't last long enough so I changed out the fake teak to Starboard.
 
Michigan Brian said:
I cant find Penetrol. I have heard they dont make it anymore.

WD 40 is in my garage
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They still make Penetrol. Both Home Depot and ACE hardware stock the stuff.
 
The main ingredient in WD-40 is kerosene.
Pentrol is a alkyd paint additive made by the Flood Company.
Neither is going to be very durable for weather exposure.
If Grady-White recommends it in their manual then they most likely tried a variety of different products in an effort to find something that would keep it looking good.

I'm not exactly sure what the duratrim material is made of, is it a synthetic wood or a natural product?

An outstanding universal protectant and UV inhibitor is 303 Products. That would be my first try.
 
the active ingerdient in WD 40 is fish oil

the kerosene just evaporates and is a carrying agent

Its on there now, we will just see how it works

Im sure it will be fine
 
Michigan Brian said:
the active ingerdient in WD 40 is fish oil

the kerosene just evaporates and is a carrying agent
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That's an old wifes tale. There is absolutley no fish oil in WD

Mostly Naphta and Kerosene

Aliphatic Hydrocarbon 64742-47-8
Petroleum Base Oil 64742-65-0 15-25
LVP Aliphatic Hydrocarbon 64742-47-8 12-18
Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 2-3
Non-Hazardous Ingredients Mixture <10

FWIW: WD 40 works fine. It just doesn't last as long.
 
Nothing makes vinyl or plastic look better (or is easier to apply) than "Protect All". You should see what it does for the dark blue Grady rub rail. It might not be the most long lasting product, but it is so easy to apply you won't care. And I'll put it up against anything for ease and results.
 
Penetrol was applied in April and has held up well throughout the New England season. Four coats were applied and the trim came right back to its original color. Has to be applied each year but works well.
 
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