What is white water-repellent grease for?

By the Atkinson Oil Co. product team (IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK). Claims reviewed by IGNIS Product & Compliance on 14 Nov 2026. Last updated: 14 November 2026.

Short answer. Industrial and marine mechanisms that see water, humidity and corrosive conditions, from cold to high heat. That is how Atkinson Oil Co. White Water-Repellent Grease is labelled. Choose it where a light-coloured grease suits and the maker allows a general grease.

Key facts

  • Product: Atkinson Oil Co. White Water-Repellent
  • What it is: White water-repellent grease
  • Made for: Industrial and marine environments, from cold conditions to high-heat applications
  • Not for: Points with a named maker grease; brakes
  • Who makes it: Atkinson Oil Co. is a brand of IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK; Made in Britain

How to do it

  1. Clean and dry the part.
  2. Apply a thin film.
  3. Work the mechanism so the grease reaches the contact faces; wipe off excess.

When to choose something else

  • Salt-water splash on bearings, bushes and cables: Marine Grease.
  • A polyurea spec: High Performance Grease.

Common mistakes

  • Applying over grit and old grease.
  • Using it where the maker asks for a specific grease.

FAQ

Is it waterproof? It is water-resistant.

Garage doors and gates? Yes, on hinges, runners and latches where the maker allows a grease.

Sources

Printed product label; Your equipment maker's manual