Caring For And Cleaning Your Zippo Lighter
General instructions for maintenance and cleaning
General care
Remove spilled liquid from the outside of the lighter. Lighter fluid can damage some finishes.
Keep the wick and flint properly maintained.
Be careful when opening and closing the lid; improper and excessive use of the hinge can cause damage.
Do not alter or damage the insert, as this may cause the lighter to malfunction.
Use only genuine Zippo lighter fluid, wicks, and flints for optimal performance.
Cleaning Zippo lighters
Chrome lighters
How do I clean my Zippo chrome lighter?
High-polish cases: clean with chrome polish.
Brushed cases: clean carefully with a multi-purpose cleaner, such as a light or medium Scotch-Brite pad (do not use a steel scouring pad).
Gently rub the pad in the direction of the grain across the finish.
Brass lighters
What prevents my Zippo lighter from tarnishing?
Every Zippo brass lighter has a light protective coating to prevent tarnishing before it is used. The coating will wear off with normal use.
How do I clean my Zippo brass lighter?
To restore the natural patina of solid brass, we recommend the following:
High-polish case: clean with copper polish.
Brushed case: clean carefully with a multi-purpose cleaner, such as a light or medium Scotch-Brite pad (do not use a steel scouring pad).
Gently rub the pad in the direction of the grain across the finish.
Matte / Translucent Coloured lighters
How do I clean my Zippo Matte / Translucent Coloured lighter?
Use a soft cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner.
How do I clean the laser-engraved brass design on my matte / translucent coloured lighter?
The laser design exposes the brass surface, which may discolor. This is a normal characteristic of brass. To clean the brass, we recommend using a soft cloth and copper cleaner.
Sterling silver lighters
How do I clean my Sterling Silver Zippo lighter?
Use a soft cloth and a non-abrasive silver cleaner. Or carefully clean the gold-plated parts with a soft cloth and water.
How do I clean the laser-engraved brass design on my matte lighter?
The laser design exposes the brass surface, which may discolor. This is a normal characteristic of brass. To clean the brass, we recommend using a soft cloth and copper cleaner.
Antique Finish Lighters
Will the finish on my antique finish lighter wear off?
The antique finish lighter has a unique finish to give it a used, nostalgic, and time-worn look. This finish is not permanent and will wear off with use.
How do I prevent the finish on my antique finish Zippo lighter from wearing off?
When exposed to alcohol or lighter fluid, the antique finish will immediately begin to wear off. Make sure you do not spill lighter fluid on the case when filling the lighter.
Gold lighters
How do I care for the finish on my Zippo Gold lighter?
Carefully clean the gold-plated parts with a soft cloth and water or Zippo Lighter Fluid. Do not use abrasives.
Use genuine Zippo fuel, wicks, and flints
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