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** sorry! There’s a picture posted now!**I’ve tried like wiping it dry and even using mineral spirits on it

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[–] Test_Tickles@lemmynsfw.com 9 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Petroleum jelly. Smear a bit on with your finger, then wipe off with a rag. Don't scrub it off, just take off any excess. Works on all kinds of glue bottles too.

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Aha! Okay! Oh I’m trying that right now I hope it works. Thank you so much

[–] Test_Tickles@lemmynsfw.com 4 points 2 years ago

Just to be clear, it helps stop the poly (or glue) from adhering to the threads, but any poly on the threads will still act as a mechanical wedge once it dries. So, I'm afraid it isn't a magic cure-all.

Also, just to note, the longer the poly sits, the harder it will get, making the mechanical wedge effect worse over time.

[–] tempest@lemmy.ca 8 points 2 years ago

I mean I am no wood worker but it looks like there is product all over the threads, just wipe of the threads before you put the cap on ?

[–] BradleyUffner@lemmy.world 7 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Same problem for me with that product. I've just resigned myself to having to use vice grips to open it.

[–] Aliendelarge@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago

Channellocks or a strap wrench might serve better.

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

Look this other user said petroleum jelly can fix it

[–] tinkeringidiot@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago (3 children)

I’ve tried several things to prevent it, since this is my go-to finish for simple projects. None worked, now I just keep a channel lock handy.

[–] Lomeshag@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago

Also my tip, channel lock pliers 🤣

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago

Look this other user says petroleum jelly can fix it

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago

Shooot ! So annoying

[–] Donjuanme@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Not seeing a picture, sorry fellow lemming!

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Woops! Got one now. Can you look again?

[–] Donjuanme@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

I see it now! Sorry to come back a week later.

[–] Rentlar@lemmy.ca 4 points 2 years ago

Some of it must have splattered onto this post... I can't see which product you're talking about.

[–] sagrotan@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

Got something similar, I tested Teflon tape, it's actually dissolving, but I got (don't ask me where I got it from) thin paper tape, I do one layer over the threads, still gotta replace it every 3 or 4 times I open the lid - whatever, works so far for me. Just test some stuff, I'd recommend. Stay away from plastic tape, it could dissolve. Maybe a drop of oil on the threads? I'll try it, it came into my mind right now.

[–] NeverNudeNo13@lemmings.world -2 points 2 years ago

Guessing it might be a bottle of titebond ... If it is take a look at glubot