A Guide to the Uses of WD40. 2000 Applications: a Few Personally Tried and True Real Life Applications Here

Most of us are familiar with the common household item WD40 lubricant, but few are aware that the WD40 website lists over 2000 everyday uses. Throughout my life I have used this product for several of these different applications myself, mostly with very good success. Just about everyone I know has at least one can in their home that they use for various applications.

Before we begin, here are a few facts from this actual WD40 website. One common misconception is that the product is made from fish oil, which is not true. Also the claim that WD40 helps cure arthritis pain is listed as false on their website.They do claim that they go over and above the strictest EPA standards to ensure their product remains environmentally safe. Most but not all of the actual ingredients are listed on the container, which is primarily to keep their trademark secret safe. WD stands for "Water Displacement" and the "40" stands for 40 tries to get the formula right.

Here are a few applications for WD40 that I have personally used over the years, and a few I have recently tested for this article. Take your pick of uses for rusty bolts, sticky tools, squeaky hinges, and a multitude of other problem solving uses.
Please keep in mind that all applications are not applied in the same manner, and you will have to use your own judgment for your own situations.

1) Loosens sticky windows to allow easy movement.

2) Removes bugs and road tar from vehicles.

3) Removes scuffs and spots on floors.(hardwood, tile, linoleum)

4) Fixes squeaky house and car door hinges.

5) Removes shower rust stains.

6) Works great on car latches.( door, trunk, hood)

7) Frees sticky house doorknobs.

8) Crayon mark removal from walls.

9) Very good for cleaning a barbecue grill.(cover and grate)

10) Fish attractant sprayed on lures and bait.(yes, it works)

11) Removes all leftover traces of tape. (duct tape, masking tape, etc)

12) Cleans and renews chalkboards.

13) Removes lipstick stains

14) Lubricates hand tools with moving parts. (scissors, pliers, clamps,etc)

15) Frees up sticky zippers.

16) Loosens rusty garden tools.(loppers, snips, etc)

17) Stainless steel sink spot removal.

18) Helps keep water spots off of glass shower doors.

19) Lubricates bicycle chains.

20) Helps to stop the bathroom mirror from fogging.

21) Removes grease spots from the stove and counter.

22) Helps keep tools and metal rust free.

23) Fan belt lubrication to stop squeals. (washer, dryer)

24) Quiets squeaky wood furniture.

25) Works great to quiet down squeaky wood steps.

Review the 2000 uses on the WD40 website, and use your own imagination to see what other uses you may come up with. To say the very least, it is very worthwhile to keep a can of this product available in your home.

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