Did you think WD-40 was just for squeaky doors? Oh, how wrong you were. This legendary spray is not only a faithful companion for every garage master, but also a real survival tool in the modern world - almost as important as good coffee or reliable Wi-Fi. In this article, we reveal more than 20 ingenious ways to use WD-40 that will save you time, money and - believe it or not - a few gray hairs.
WD-40 can be your home’s superhero without a cape: it solves problems before you even know you have them. Developed back in 1953 to protect spacecraft from rust and corrosion, the secret formula remains the same—and even more miraculous—to this day. So if you want to discover how a few squirts from that blue can can change your life for the better (and drier, shinier, squeak-free), read on.
How did WD-40 conquer the world?
WD-40 – its full name is “Water Displacement, 40th formula” – first appeared as a solution to protect rockets from rust. Who would have thought that today we would be using it to lubricate bathroom doors and salvage LEGO bricks? Its fame has grown with each new unexpected use – today it can be found everywhere: in garages, kitchens, cars and even in children's rooms (in peacetime toy salvage operations, of course).
20+ Ingenious Ways to Use WD-40 You Need to Know
1. Waterproof footwear
Spray your shoes with WD-40 to protect them from rain and snow. Because who wants wet feet on the way to an important meeting?
2. Crayon remover
If your little Picassos decide to “artfully renovate” the walls, WD-40 quickly removes crayons – without the need to renovate the apartment.
3. Chewing gum solution
Rubber on clothes or furniture? Spray it on, leave it for a few minutes, and the rubber will almost disappear on its own.
4. Protection of metal parts from frost
Apply WD-40 to locks, chains, and tools to protect them from freezing in the winter – and from morning meltdowns.
5. Anti-fogging mirrors
Spray your bathroom mirrors and gently wipe them down: say goodbye to post-shower mist – forever.
6. Spider repellent
Spiders hate WD-40. Spray around windows, doors and corners and enjoy a spider-free zone.
7. Separating intricate jewelry
Tangled chains? WD-40 gently softens them and allows you to untangle them without a nervous breakdown (or scissors).
8. Cleaning the car after an encounter with insects
Remove dried insects from your car's grille: spray, wipe and your car will shine again.
9. Silent door closing
With one spray of WD-40 on the hinges, you can forget about those doors that have been screaming for help every time you open them.
10. Removing stickers
Stickers and their stubborn residue? With WD-40, they disappear like magic - without scratching or bad mood.
11. Removing oil stains
Spray on stains on clothing or concrete, leave for a few minutes, then rinse with soapy water. Stain? What kind of stain?
12. Repairing zippers
If the zipper on your jacket, bag, or boots gets stuck, WD-40 will make it slide smoothly again.
13. Preventing snow accumulation on windows
Spray your car windows to prevent ice from building up on them at night.
14. Reducing the visibility of scratches
On a car or furniture: WD-40 fills minor scratches and takes away their visible edge.
15. Solving stuck LEGO bricks
A little WD-40 on the stuck cube (be careful, very little!) and the construction project is saved.
16. Cleaning stainless steel
WD-40 easily removes fingerprints and smudges from kitchen appliances. An Instagram-worthy kitchen.
17. Dashboard refresh
Spray onto a cloth (not directly!) and gently wipe the dashboard – your car will breathe youthful energy.
18. Removing super glue
Got your fingers stuck together? WD-40 will loosen the bond and the solution will come faster than “Google super glue solution”.
19. Cleaning silverware
Your silverware will shine again after a treatment with WD-40 – as if it had just been brought from a boutique store.
20. Descaling
Tiles, taps and shower stalls: a few sprays, a few scrubs and – goodbye, limescale!
21. Calming the creaking of floorboards
Spray the gaps between the boards: floor creaks, silence is the new music of your home.
22. Cleaning the grill
WD-40 removes burnt food residue from the grates: you can start the new picnic season with a sparkling grill.
WD-40 – your new everyday miracle spray
Why wait for a problem to hit you when you can get rid of it with a few sprays? WD-40 Save a life before it gets complicated? Let this miracle spray be your inseparable companion in all your domestic, automotive and – why not – cosmic challenges! Because sometimes it really does apply: if you can't fix it with WD-40, then it's time to call a professional. Or buy a new one.
