How to Prevent Stripped Screws

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  • @7Dante7
    @7Dante7 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Leah teaches more in under three minutes.
    Than other youtubers can teach in over thirty.
    She just gets to the biscuits. Thank you for sharing your time and talent.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Vic Ramano thanks, Vic!

  • @mimsietheblueorchid1997
    @mimsietheblueorchid1997 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am new to woodworking and have been watching a lot of videos on TH-cam but no one does a better job than you in teaching woodworking skills in a manner that is so easy to understand. I want to adopt you. You are the best.

  • @elizastar1973
    @elizastar1973 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I absolutely love your channel. It gives me the confidence to fix and build around my house! I'm always referring to your videos if I screw up or have no idea what I'm doing, which is MOST of the time. Thank you : )

  • @RescueRestoreShorts
    @RescueRestoreShorts 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've never seen this before but I'm glad I know now. Thank for you sharing.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Shabby DIY you're welcome!

  • @TechnoCaveman1
    @TechnoCaveman1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My Dad was a shipwright, and he taught me to improvise and use margarine, butter or car
    grease. It all works.

  • @lyddaperkowski7895
    @lyddaperkowski7895 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best, I was having hard time to drill , and since I didn’t have what you show I dip it on Vaseline ,I was able to do my job,thanks again not only for your knowledge,also for the way you speak so clear and pleasant,big hug from Nj

  • @GoofyGoober-us7yp
    @GoofyGoober-us7yp 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like a lot of people here I’m pretty new to woodworking. Just stripped some acres trying to screw down the top on a workbench I’m making. Got pretty pissed off and now I’m here trying to figure out what I’m doing wrong and how to fix it. I’ve seen your videos ago and they’ve been great. This one is no different, thank you

  • @fabianlindner6657
    @fabianlindner6657 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Leah, you're awesome and Inspirational! Just started with woodworking as a hobby and I'm so glad I found you're channel! Keep up the good work, Fabian from Germany.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Fabian Lindner thanks, Fabian, nice to hear from you!

  • @elizabethglaser1245
    @elizabethglaser1245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU! I was honestly feeling rather embarrassed that I've stripped out like 3 Phillips head bits recently. I know how to use a drill, I know how to do so many things, but I've never seen screw lube used. Even in 17 years with a carpentry contractor as a spouse. I got so aggravated last night installing the mirror on my dresser because I had like 4 screws do that to me> definitely drilled into HARD wood, and now I have my confidence back that it was simply I didn't know there was a better method and not that I was doing something wrong. I would give you a hug right now if I could I'm so very thankful for this insanely simple tip. (I have some shelves to install next and this will definitely come in handy)

  • @daguard411
    @daguard411 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Informative, clear, concise, and complete. I really appreciate this subscription and the way you teach.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +daguard411 thank you very much!

  • @cherryrollins6393
    @cherryrollins6393 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for making this and sharing your knowledge. I had never hard of this before and had stripped four screws before watching your video. I really appreciate you.

  • @NiceAlex
    @NiceAlex 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tip, Leah! Lots of good information in the comments as well. I appreciate you taking the time.

  • @1962tami
    @1962tami 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much, Leah! I'm a new subscriber to "See Jane Drill" & am enjoying all the wonderful information you're sharing. Much appreciated :)

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Tami Walsh you're very welcome, Tami, and I'm glad you found us! :)

    • @1962tami
      @1962tami 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too ! :)

  • @matazalkharusi2201
    @matazalkharusi2201 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I must say I loved your channel. Please keep the videos coming because they are very informative. Thank you a million times. (:

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Mataz Al Kharusi you're very welcome, and thanks for your comments!

  • @rcproman
    @rcproman 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish I watched this and read the comments yesterday... Great channel. Really enjoy it!

  • @GFlCh
    @GFlCh 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    When I was growing up, my dad taught me to drag the threads of the screw across a bar of soap. Today, many people opt to use liquid soaps like body wash and pump hand soap.
    If you need to get the job done, and you don't have any of this sort of specialized screw lubricant available, you can use: bar soap, a liquid soap like hand soap, body wash, dish soap; wax from a "crayon", a candle, or canning wax (or beeswax if available). Some will be more effective than others, and some will be messier than others, but depending on the application, and how you want your final finish, it may not matter much.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      all good options, thanks, Kevin!

    • @ozz71
      @ozz71 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seejanedrill does this making so screws back out easy

    • @paulsmith9341
      @paulsmith9341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or even lip balm

  • @ColRubyDimplesManacha
    @ColRubyDimplesManacha 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish I had found you before I stripped 4 screws putting together my first of four shelves! Thanks for this tip!

  • @jackofalltrades9746
    @jackofalltrades9746 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Merry Christmas Leah
    I have just got back from the DIY super store, the biggest in Great Britain, none of there stores stock “screw lube” but they know about it. I’ve just used what I had to hand and that was saddle soap, it worked a treat, thank you love the videos

  • @hbethmorris
    @hbethmorris 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. I've had so many problems with this in the past! I'm getting ready to start a couple big projects, and you just saved me a TON of time and headache!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Beth Helga Roth Great, Beth, I'm glad it was helpful!

  • @dleivam
    @dleivam 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, thanks, very good tip... I have stripped so many screws and the solution was so easy, thanks again

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +David L. you're welcome, David, and thanks!

  • @jkschlitz
    @jkschlitz 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just goes to show you that everything is easy when you've got the right tools. Thanks, Leah!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +jenw you're welcome, Jen!

  • @nicksoehren4812
    @nicksoehren4812 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like your videos I do plan on becoming a contractor my self and your videos do help me learn.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Nickaus Soehren that's great, glad to be of help!

  • @kenwilson8024
    @kenwilson8024 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should create a pilot episode and submit it to someone to have your own tv show. Lots of interesting and helpful subject matter in your videos!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Ken Wilson Thanks, Ken!

  • @johnnyriser8519
    @johnnyriser8519 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tip! Thanks. I enjoy watching your videos. Keep up the good work.

  • @mymai2792
    @mymai2792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent tip. Never knew about this. Thanks. This will help.

  • @dianachang1158
    @dianachang1158 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video. I had a stripped screw near-disaster tonight but now you've saved me from ever having to be in that situation again!

  • @drose8232
    @drose8232 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this wonderful tip!

  • @brososej
    @brososej ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tip. I having hard time driving screw into hard wood then I remember your video. I put my screw into candle and drive them successfully into the wood. I notice some smoke coming out from the wood though

  • @smaj808usmc26
    @smaj808usmc26 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Jane. As usual, your little tidbits s are always informative.
    FYI, if I'm going to use a "bunch" of screws on a project, I always spray several of them at a time with a lubricant. Works great.

  • @wgraham2410
    @wgraham2410 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang wish i saw this yesterday! lol. I stripped 2 screws while installing my ceiling fan, even with the pilot holes. Great tip! Thanks! again LOVE your channel!

  • @yusafzai08
    @yusafzai08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hah! Great tip... I was yelling and screaming today, trying to build my garden box... This is so perfect.... Thanks

  • @mranonymous1167
    @mranonymous1167 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this helpful advice 😇

  • @Rockstar110Percent
    @Rockstar110Percent 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used Vaseline and it worked wonders on assembling IKEA furniture (especially because of their weak screws). Big thanks! Keep up the great videos!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Rockstar110Percent another great idea, thanks for sharing that with the community!

    • @takemetospace7718
      @takemetospace7718 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Running into this issue rn with a bed! So glad for this tip

  • @Sintwar
    @Sintwar 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are awesome, love your videos! the way you show things step by step is very helpful.

  • @vincetate8362
    @vincetate8362 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always keep an old bar of soap in my toolbox for this reason. Rub the threads along the bar and you’re golden.

  • @juice525
    @juice525 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can also use D-40 . I tried it & it worked with it. But thanks for the video you said me some pain & headache installing a car stereo

  • @TheCyberHippie
    @TheCyberHippie 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU! I couldn't figure out why I was constantly getting cam-out when trying to drill screws. I saw so many shows and videos where people just drive them right in without even a pilot hole and started to wonder why it seems everyone is capable of driving a screw except me. Even with pilot holes I get slippage with Robertson screws. That shouldn't happen. I'm going to try this screw lube. I suspect things will go much better. By the way, even with really bad cam out, I've chewed up bits but never had a Robertson screw strip. Just a tip for those South of the boarder.

  • @RibbitHopX
    @RibbitHopX 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad had a stick of that in an unmarked tube in his tool box. Now I finally know what it's for! ty

  • @chilltownguy
    @chilltownguy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Soap works great and is cheap

  • @jenjones6284
    @jenjones6284 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome tip! Thank you!

  • @bunnystuff2005
    @bunnystuff2005 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Leah for the great information! Joanne

  • @pajaratwo
    @pajaratwo 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh! My! Gosh! Where has this been all my life?!?!!!! I cannot tell you how many screws I've had to cuss and back out because they bound up and stripped. Thankyouthankyouthankyou!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Ana Stovall you're very welcome! glad to be of help.

  • @martino.malley9276
    @martino.malley9276 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We just use candle wax.does the same job.But really like your videos. The way you put things over is excellent.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks, Martin!

    • @ronivy1
      @ronivy1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Martin, just dunked the end of a screw in an old candle and it worked perfectly, even smells mighty nice, thanks. Great simple vid also Seejanedrill it all started with you :).

    • @JimFortune
      @JimFortune 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was taught bar soap. Seems almost anything is better than nothing.

  • @bobwolf1811
    @bobwolf1811 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for another great idea, Leah. This is another one I know I'll use. A question for you -- I will be starting a construction project before too long. I will be using lots of screws. Is there some way to lube the screws in a batch so I don't have to stop to do each one?

  • @walterrider9600
    @walterrider9600 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you so much . i do remember using bar soap on screws as a kid . i had forgotten it . i would think the screw lub would be better . thank you again for the tip

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you're welcome, Walter, glad you liked it!

  • @unclvinny
    @unclvinny 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Leah, this is so helpful! Very glad I subscribed.

  • @DeeEll86442
    @DeeEll86442 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, it's funny you would talk about Chapstick because as a DIYer I may not have heard of screw lube but I have heard of using Chapstick,candle wax, or surfboard wax to put on your screws before you use them. I have tried those ideas an they also work well if you don't have screw lube. But thanks so much for telling us about the screw lube. I'm sure it works much better considering that's what it was made for. Take care, Dee😊👍

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +DeeEll86442 very interesting, thanks, dee!

  • @WilliamJPrah
    @WilliamJPrah 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very important, especially installing locks with 4 inch screws through a door jamb into the studs! Unlubricated, I have had them bind, and then had a hard time even trying to get one to back out! In a pinch, a bar of soap is great, or a candle, even just oil of some kind. Enjoyed seeing talk on the topic of driving a screw deeply, and how much easier it is if you lubricate it!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +William Prah Thanks, William! There have been some great ideas shared on this topic.

    • @WilliamJPrah
      @WilliamJPrah 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      And up on a ladder, nails in old wood... In a pinch, rub the nail through your hair to pick up some oil, then drive that nail in a little easier! Not often used, but I have done it a few times!

  • @uncleblack7946
    @uncleblack7946 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really can watch all your demo's, you're my favorite T.V. show, thank you Bkack

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Blackie Kane thank you very much, Blackie!

  • @frankw8876
    @frankw8876 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Other than what were already mentioned, a high quality bit with an impact driver would help too. Screws with square and star drives don’t cam out as much or don’t cam out at all. Pre drill is faster if you have a drill and an impact driver, IMO. With that said I had a few screws I wasn’t able to back out even using an impact bit and an 18V contractor grade impact driver with something like 120 ft-lb of torque. Good video, I use lube too (candle wax, soap) in tough situations.

  • @arebel2500
    @arebel2500 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always good video Leah! Thanks

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +arebel2 you're welcome, and thanks!

  • @TheMultiGunMan
    @TheMultiGunMan 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! That's awesome Leah. I never knew about that. Thank you for sharing.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +TheMultiGunMan you're welcome, thanks for writing!

  • @ItsNotAllRainbows_and_Unicorns
    @ItsNotAllRainbows_and_Unicorns 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What also helps is new driver bits. For a phillips once the bit starts to skip, just replace it. You most likely damaged the sharp edge. You can buy a package of driver bits. The other are Torx-head screws. I swear those can take a beating. Alos once you get near the end, slow down the drill, but keep the pressure on. I'll remember the paste, or soap.

    • @craignehring
      @craignehring 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Paul Bevillard There are Philips bits with ribs or flutes in/on them, think of horizontal lines that run up from the tip. These work great in getting previously damaged screw heads to back out stuck screws
      "Slip-Resistant Phillips Bits"
      Also known as ACR® bits, ribs forged into the wings of each bit bite into the screw recess to reduce stripping of the screw and bit.
      SAFE link for images
      www.google.com/search?q=ACR%C2%AE+bits&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjyop7K_83KAhXmvoMKHbeEB1UQ_AUICCgC&biw=1280&bih=613

    • @ItsNotAllRainbows_and_Unicorns
      @ItsNotAllRainbows_and_Unicorns 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Craig Nehring I like those. Thanks for the heads up. I always find myself correcting other people's mistakes when it comes to taking out screws.

  • @cybersoil100
    @cybersoil100 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're always full of great info!

  • @LousTube
    @LousTube 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You rock! This is an awesome tip.

  • @markharrisllb
    @markharrisllb 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve made some fairly hard carnauba and bee's wax polish, I might give that a try.

  • @thelionandchampion2644
    @thelionandchampion2644 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will be screwing 2x10 splices to 2x10s that are fixed, or already nailed down. Do I start the screws in the splices or start the screws into the 2x10s that are already nailed in place? Thank you.

  • @crononium.
    @crononium. 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is new for me, thank you very much

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Edgar Duque you're very welcome!

  • @DBCarpentryNV
    @DBCarpentryNV 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tip!! Were the screws driven using an impact driver or a regular style drill?

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Dylan Bender Regular drill

  • @RichardFallstich
    @RichardFallstich 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phillips drive screws were developed to "cam-out" on purpose for the auto industry. Robertson (square drive) typically have a slight taper making it subject to cam-out under high torque. Most larger deck screws are now using a star drive (Torx) recess.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Richard, thanks for sharing this!

  • @timalan333
    @timalan333 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's amazing. Never thought of that

  • @musicmad1
    @musicmad1 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    A simple but very effective tip - thanks! Im always damaging screw heads

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +musicmad1 you're very welcome!

  • @no_handle_required
    @no_handle_required 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I use leftover bar soap, works well

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yes, it does!

    • @elizabethglaser1245
      @elizabethglaser1245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's left over soap?
      *don't mind me. I'm a soap maker so I'm just being silly. Ok.
      But> haey-o I've got plenty of soaps around the house to put to yet another use then! Lol

  • @joeldale97ii
    @joeldale97ii 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang, that's awesome. Any tips for preventing this with the tiny T6's?

  • @kingirene1700
    @kingirene1700 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Thanks! I'll try and see if it works.

  • @mellie4174
    @mellie4174 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice! Thanks for the heads up. Just stripped out the heads of screws. No idea why. I made sure to fit the bit to the screw first and Predrilled the holes. I am putting it in compost wood. What happened!? I am at a loss! And they stripped out only half way in! Anyone with ideas?

  • @abeodez751
    @abeodez751 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow yeah i hadn't hear about that but usually use the Makita gold drill bits the are great

  • @royksk
    @royksk 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anything that can lubricate is ok generally. Be especially careful when using grease or anything which may stain decorative wood eg oak. When I was an apprentice joiner at CWS Shopfitting UK, we used tallow. My dad, who was an expert joiner most of his life, would, if doing an impromptu job, would draw the screw through his hair which was Brylcreemed. I've used butter and have a wax candle in my toolbox (just draw the screw thread across it).

  • @Molly8959
    @Molly8959 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tip. I use candle wax but the balm seems better. i'll try it , definitely.

  • @susie1759
    @susie1759 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!

  • @joedejesus6363
    @joedejesus6363 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Leah,...thanks for the tip. That's pretty handy to have because I get tired of drilling pilot hole. This will certainly save me a lot of time on my projects. I didn't even know they make this stuff. I went to "Lowes" looking for this "Screw Lube" and they said they don't carry it. Where did you purchase your Screw Lube from?

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Purchased mine from Rockler Woodworking........ bees wax works just as well.

    • @joedejesus6363
      @joedejesus6363 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank You,...I'll check into it.

  • @carletonhoffman
    @carletonhoffman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for another helpful video. i've seen you before but i don't remember what the topic was. it really irritates me when i see all these people drilling screws in like there's nothing to it and of course they never bind and the bit never slips out. needless to say they don't drill pilot holes or use lubricant either. i guess God just loves them or something. i came here just now after trying to replace door lock strike plates with 3" screws. i thot i was so smart because i'm using stainless steel since i figured it was more durable (and if i used "regular" screws they'd probably brake off halfway in) but of course i'm managing to strip out those heads too. next i guess i'll try a pilot hole and hope that doesn't make it easier for some jerk to eventually kick the door in, defeating the whole purpose. if i still have trouble, as i always do, i may try paraffin or maybe go out and get the product you're talking about. just what i need, more junk around the house.

  • @dirkgates584
    @dirkgates584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Honey, I'm running to the store to buy some screw lube!"

  • @zacandmillie
    @zacandmillie 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tip. I wish I'd seen this last weekend!!! Ah well I have another fence to fix next weekend so I'll be using this great idea.

    • @badassvette1542
      @badassvette1542 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Soooooo are you going to LUBE every screw?

  • @p165711
    @p165711 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Cletus Awreetus-Awrightus thanks!

  • @OriginalPineapplesFoster
    @OriginalPineapplesFoster 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well how about that. Turns out the beeswax hand salve I wasn't too fond of now has a useful home in the toolbox, and it works like a charm. 👍🍍

  • @jackiegoebel3728
    @jackiegoebel3728 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love these helpful videos ! So glad I found you......

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Jackie Goebel thanks, Jackie! I'm glad you found us too. :)

  • @andygomez0206
    @andygomez0206 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good tip, now I'm looking to see if you have a video on how to remove stripped screws. Happens to me often :(

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +andygomez416 I see you found the video.

  • @robertralston2395
    @robertralston2395 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, I did not know this. Great tip, thank you

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Robert Ralston you're very welcome!

  • @genmama1955
    @genmama1955 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Would Chapstick or Vaseline work?

    • @The-Real-Blissful-Ignorance
      @The-Real-Blissful-Ignorance 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Lee Ann Steinmetz Yes, and paste wax also works well.

    • @wartoc3708
      @wartoc3708 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Lee Ann Steinmetz I wouldn't recommend Vaseline as it may stain the wood and radiate out from screw. This can be detrimental if you are trying to stain in preventing permeation of stain into the wood grain. It can even affect top coats like Polyurethane in the areas where the Vaseline has permeated to on the surface.
      In a pinch I have used an old candle although it doesn't work as well as other waxes.

    • @amirhouseingholinia2023
      @amirhouseingholinia2023 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I usually wet the screw in my mouth. I know is disgusting but it works.

    • @FoodOnCrack
      @FoodOnCrack 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      spit before you put it in, just like in the porns

  • @droppingcoconuts
    @droppingcoconuts 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    i live in belize and our first house was wood, lots of screws, nails as well.
    the guys building it carried a bar of soap around with them for the same reason.

  • @rfishy9
    @rfishy9 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I usually use bar soap ,but will switch to this, thanks Lea

  • @Gundamtastic
    @Gundamtastic 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice tip, very helpful. ty

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Gundamtastic you're welcome!

  • @randomthingschannel979
    @randomthingschannel979 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome tip

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Random things channel thanks!

  • @MyVintageVictory
    @MyVintageVictory 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Genius! Thank you! Cheers, Gerardo - London England

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +MyVintageVictory Thanks, Gerardo!!

  • @Foxbat31
    @Foxbat31 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Same lube I use on my wife , I use on my screws, Works great

    • @drose8232
      @drose8232 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 works great on screwing I guess

  • @Eichhorn18
    @Eichhorn18 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is very interesting. What is the generic product name for this?

    • @droidtrooper100
      @droidtrooper100 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Screw lube. You dont have to use it though, there are household items that can be used as a lubricant as well

  • @wartoc3708
    @wartoc3708 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    The other issue I have found when working with long screws without waxing is the screw will heat up from the friction and possibly snap. Nothing sucks worse than driving a 4-5" screw and having it snap at the flush line (surface) of the wood where you can't get a grip with a pair of locking pliers.

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +John Doe that is so true!

  • @mrpatron1828
    @mrpatron1828 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for this Tip. I was wondering WTF was happening to me earlier while I was drilling the screws.

  • @greygoosemafia
    @greygoosemafia 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    what kinda drill are you using? lol I've never used screw lube before lol

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Richard Cowtails Hi Richard, it was a DeWalt

  • @antoineprice9373
    @antoineprice9373 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yesss literally just tried this but with soap. HAD NO PROBLEM.

  • @jimbendtsen8841
    @jimbendtsen8841 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The wax ring used for setting toilets works great. Just scratch the screw across the ring and go for it.

  • @craignehring
    @craignehring 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everyone has a bar of soap... give that a whirl
    None the less great video

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Craig Nehring thanks, Craig, and you are right!

  • @elaisenic8761
    @elaisenic8761 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's so ausome thanks a lot...👍👍👍

  • @MasterChief-sl9ro
    @MasterChief-sl9ro 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can buy Bees wax at any feed store. That stuff works wonders...

  • @4spi217
    @4spi217 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing! so glad to learn about this, thanks!

    • @seejanedrill
      @seejanedrill  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +4spi you're very welcome!

  • @gliddy6282
    @gliddy6282 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Good info. It's always the small things, huh.☺

  • @denniscorson8997
    @denniscorson8997 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I uses soap bar for the screws. works good or wax. anything that lubes it.

  • @fortniteinreallifeepic4497
    @fortniteinreallifeepic4497 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you use Vaseline instead?

  • @oldproji
    @oldproji 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use soap like KL below, which works well.