What is Selleys Ezy Glide, and where should you use it?
Selleys Ezy Glide is a dry, non-oily lubricant that leaves a highly slippery coating on the surface it is sprayed on. It contains a dry lubricant (PTFE), it provides long lasting lubrication, and it stops sticking and squeaking. It comes in a 150g aerosol can with an extension tube for reaching awkward spots.
The property that decides whether it suits your job is that it is dry rather than oily, so it will not attract dirt and dust. That is the whole argument for using it on a roller door track or a sliding door runner: an oily lubricant in an exposed, gritty track becomes a paste of dirt within weeks, and the mechanism ends up stiffer than before it was lubricated. A dry film does not collect that grit in the first place.
Note also that Ezy Glide does not contain silicone. If you are avoiding silicone because of a surface you intend to paint or finish later, this is the relevant fact.
Where to use it
- Roller door tracks
- Sliding glass doors and mirrors
- Sail boat runners
- Zippers (using the extension tube)
The common thread is a sliding mechanism that runs in the open where dust and grit can reach it. That is where a dry lubricant earns its place over an oil.
How to apply it
- Test first in an inconspicuous area. Ezy Glide may not be compatible with some materials, such as plastics, so Selleys recommends testing before you apply it to the job.
- Shake the can well.
- Hold the can approximately 80–100mm (3–4") from the surface and spray lightly. Both parts of that instruction matter — too close and the spray floods rather than coats, and "lightly" is the stated application.
- Allow a few minutes for drying. The coating needs to dry before the mechanism is worked, which is what makes it a dry film rather than a wet one.
The extension tube may be fitted to reach problem areas. For a roller door track or the inside of a runner, that tube is what lets you direct a light spray exactly where it is needed instead of misting the whole doorway.
Limitations and cautions
- It may not be compatible with some materials, such as plastics. Test the product in an inconspicuous area before applying it.
- It produces a slippery coating — take care to avoid over-spraying onto floors. This is not a cosmetic warning. A dry, highly slippery film on a tiled floor beneath a sliding door is a genuine slip hazard, and it is exactly where overspray lands.
- Above 300°C, Ezy Glide will release toxic fumes. Keep it away from anything that reaches that temperature — and remember it is an aerosol, so the usual care around heat sources applies to the can as well as the coating.
- On zippers, use the extension tube and avoid overspraying onto fabric, as it may mark the material.
The floor warning and the light-application instruction are connected. Spraying lightly from the recommended distance, with the extension tube where the target is narrow, is what keeps the product on the track and off the ground.
Hazard classification
Classified as hazardous under Safe Work Australia GHS 7, with the signal word Danger.
- Aerosols — Category 1. H222: extremely flammable aerosol. H229: pressurised container, may burst if heated.
- Skin corrosion/irritation — Category 2. H315: causes skin irritation.
- Eye damage/irritation — Category 2A. H319: causes serious eye irritation.
- Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure — Category 3, narcotic effects. H336: may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Classified as Dangerous Goods, Class 2.1 (flammable gases and aerosols) under the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail and the New Zealand NZS5433.
What is in it
| Chemical entity | CAS number | Proportion (w/w) |
|---|---|---|
| Naphtha, petroleum, hydrotreated light | 64742-49-0 | <60% |
| Heptane | 142-82-5 | <60% |
| Propane | 74-98-6 | <60% |
| Methylcyclohexane | 108-87-2 | 10–30% |
| Butane | 106-97-8 | 1–10% |
| Ethane | 74-84-0 | 1–10% |
| 1-Propene | 115-07-1 | Not stated |
| Ingredients determined to be non-hazardous or below reporting limits | — | Balance |
The figures are the upper bounds the safety data sheet publishes rather than a recipe, but the picture they give is unambiguous: almost everything in the can is either a light petroleum solvent or a liquefied hydrocarbon gas. The propane, butane, ethane and propene are the propellant. The naphtha, heptane and methylcyclohexane are the carrier that holds the PTFE in suspension until it is on the track. The dry lubricant this product is bought for is the part that stays behind after all of that has evaporated.
That is what makes the drying time on this page a safety instruction as well as a performance one. "Allow a few minutes for drying" is the interval in which the solvent leaves the surface. Until it has, you have a wet film of flammable hydrocarbon on a door track and a cloud of it in the air around you. No naked flame, no cigarette, no angle grinder, no pilot light and no light switch flicked in a small room for those few minutes — the vapour is heavier than air and pools at floor level, which is precisely where a roller door track or a sliding door runner is.
H336 is the classification most people underestimate. Narcotic effects means the solvent vapour acts on the central nervous system — light-headedness, headache, poor coordination. It is not an allergy or a sensitivity; it happens to everyone at a high enough concentration, and the concentration depends entirely on the size of the space. Spraying a sail boat runner in the open is nothing like spraying a garage roller door with the door shut, and a wardrobe or a caravan is smaller again. The instruction that follows is simple: open the space before you spray, not after you notice a headache.
Two of the cautions already on this page get a firmer footing from the classification. The can is a pressurised container that may burst if heated (H229), so the existing warning about the 300°C limit applies to the can as much as to the coating — never leave it in a car in summer, near a heater or in direct sun. And the skin irritation classification is why gloves are worth having: a hydrocarbon solvent strips the natural oils out of skin, and a job that involves repeated overspray on your hands will leave them cracked well before it does anything more serious.
Protection
- Eye protection — safety glasses. Spray rebounding off a metal track is the common way this one happens.
- Gloves — nitrile rubber is suitable for intermittent contact. Glove construction and conditions vary, so make your own final assessment.
- Clothing — overalls and closed footwear. The SDS lists safety shoes.
- Ventilation — use only in well-ventilated areas. Where an inhalation risk remains, wear an organic vapour/particulate respirator meeting AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716.
- Ignition sources — keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and hot surfaces while spraying and while the film dries.
- Storage — cool, dry and well ventilated, out of direct sunlight, away from foodstuffs, incompatible materials and any source of heat or ignition.
- Wash your hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet, and wash contaminated clothing before reusing it.
First aid
| Exposure | What to do |
|---|---|
| Eyes | Hold the eyelids apart and flush the eyes continuously with running water. Continue until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes, then get to a doctor or hospital. |
| Skin | Immediately remove contaminated clothing and flush the affected area with running water. Continue until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes, then get to a doctor or hospital if needed. If swelling, redness, blistering or irritation occurs, seek medical assistance. |
| Inhalation | Remove the person from exposure without becoming a casualty yourself. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen the rest. Let them take the most comfortable position, keep them warm and at rest until fully recovered. Seek medical advice if effects persist. |
| Swallowed | Rinse the mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If vomiting occurs, give further water. Seek medical advice. |
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre — 131 126 in Australia, 0800 764 766 in New Zealand — with the container to hand. Selleys emergency line: 1800 220 770 in Australia, 0800 220 770 in New Zealand.
Common questions about Selleys Ezy Glide
Does it contain silicone?
No. Selleys states that Ezy Glide does not contain silicone. It contains a dry lubricant, PTFE.
Will it go gummy and collect dust like an oil?
No. It is a dry, non-oily lubricant and Selleys states it will not attract dirt and dust. That is the main reason to choose it for an exposed track.
How far away should I hold the can?
Approximately 80–100mm (3–4") from the surface, spraying lightly.
How long before I can use the door or mechanism?
Allow a few minutes for drying.
Can I use it on plastic runners?
Test first. Ezy Glide may not be compatible with some materials such as plastics, so Selleys recommends testing in an inconspicuous area before applying.
Can I use it on a stiff zipper?
Yes, using the extension tube. Avoid overspraying onto the fabric, as it may mark the material.
What happens if I get it on the floor?
You will have a slippery patch. Selleys specifically warns to take care to avoid over-spraying onto floors, because the product produces a slippery coating by design.
Can I use it near a heat source?
Above 300°C Ezy Glide will release toxic fumes, so keep it away from surfaces that get that hot.
Will it stop a squeak?
Stopping sticking and squeaking is one of its stated functions, and Selleys describes the lubrication as long lasting.
Can I use it on a roller door, and how do I reach inside the track?
Roller door tracks are a listed use. Fit the extension tube — it is provided for reaching problem areas, and it lets you direct a light spray into the track instead of misting the whole doorway.
What size is the can?
150g aerosol.
Is it the same as RP7?
No. Selleys RP7 is a separate product with its own page and its own directions. Both sit in the lubricants section, and they are not interchangeable — Ezy Glide is the dry, non-oily one.
What is Selleys Ezy Glide?
Selleys Ezy Glide is a silicone-based, dry lubricant spray that makes sliding doors and windows easy to use, keeping household mechanisms running smoothly with a long-lasting lubricant coating.
What size does Selleys Ezy Glide come in?
Selleys Ezy Glide comes in a 150g aerosol can.
What colour is Selleys Ezy Glide?
Selleys Ezy Glide is colourless.
Can Selleys Ezy Glide be used both indoors and outdoors?
Yes, Selleys Ezy Glide is suitable for both interior and exterior use.
What technology does Selleys Ezy Glide use?
Selleys Ezy Glide uses Dry Lubricant technology, which creates a slippery coating without leaving a wet residue.
How do you apply Selleys Ezy Glide?
Shake the can well, hold it approximately 80-100 mm (3-4 inches) from the surface, spray lightly, and allow a few minutes for drying.
Are there any material compatibility concerns with Selleys Ezy Glide?
Yes, Ezy Glide may not be compatible with some materials such as plastics, so it is recommended to test the product first in an inconspicuous area before applying it fully.
What precautions should be taken when using Selleys Ezy Glide on zippers?
When using on zippers, use the extension tube and avoid overspraying onto fabric, as it may mark the material.
What happens if Selleys Ezy Glide is exposed to high temperatures?
Above 300°C, Ezy Glide will release toxic fumes.
Is Selleys Ezy Glide classified as hazardous or dangerous goods?
Yes, according to the knowledge base, Selleys Ezy Glide is classified as hazardous under Safe Work Australia GHS 7 criteria and is classified as dangerous goods under the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail and New Zealand NZS5433.