WD-40 is useful to have, but do you know just how useful it really is? Sure, you can use it in the garage. Just don’t stop there. It turns out that WD-40 can be used for anything from removing chewing gum from hair to waterproofing shoes.
There are also quite a few WD-40 uses that just about no one would ever think of.
Check them out:
Did crayon somehow find its way onto the wall? Don’t worry, that masterpiece doesn’t have to stay. Spray it with WD-40 and wipe it off with a rag. Your walls will be pristine once again.
#2 Stop bugs from getting stuck to your car’s grille
Are you tired of finding flattened insects on the front of your car? Wipe the area with a nice coat of WD-40. Bugs will never get stuck again.
Have you ever ended up with two glasses that were completely stuck together? A small spray of WD-40 will have them separated in moments.
#4 Keep water stains off shower doors
Do you want to prevent water droplets from being left on shower doors long enough to leave a stain? Rub WD-40 over the surface and no droplet will stick.
Have you ever gotten super glue on your fingers? It can seem impossible to get it off. Spray a little WD-40 onto the dried glue and rub your fingers together for a few minutes. It should help to loosen the glue.
#6 Stop scissors from sticking
Don’t get rid of scissors just because they are old. Spray some WD-40 on them to keep them cutting smoothly.
Have you ever gotten a ring stuck around your finger? Sure, you can try one of a million things to remove it. A little WD-40 will get it sliding off faster than anything.
#8 Remove tea and coffee stains
Do you have tea or coffee rings on any of your counters? Spray them with WD-40 and then use a sponge to wipe away the marks.
As wooden handles on tools get old, they can begin to splinter. Rubbing WD-40 into the surface will protect them from splintering and rotting.
#10 Have a toilet bowl that shines
Is there lime or other stubborn buildup in the toilet? Spray it with WD-40 before breaking out the toilet brush. It will be as clean as the day it was installed.
Sometimes, zippers simply refuse to budge. A little WD-40 will help it right along, better than before.
#12 Remove lipstick stains
Lipstick stains are notoriously difficult to get out of cloth. Rub some WD-40 into, let it sit, and then rinse it out of the material.
#13 Give leather furniture new life
WD-40 can soften and preserve old leather. Just work some into the material with a cloth.
Getting gum stuck in hair can be a nightmare. WD-40 will loosen the gum and help it to slide over the hair. No scissors required.
If you have a refrigerator with built-up food, don’t get stressed out. When other methods fail, spraying the surfaces with WD-40 before scrubbing will work.
#16 Clean the bottom of shoes
Have you ever stepped in dog poo and pretty much nearly given up on your shoes at that point? Spray WD-40 on the soles and then hit them with some water. Everything will slide off.
Are there stubborn scuff marks on your floors or walls? Spray them with WD-40 and the scrubbing to remove them will become a breeze.
#18 Stop snow from building up
Is there a snowstorm coming? Spray WD-40 on windows and the snow won’t stick to them.
#19 Stop stains from setting
If you just spilled wine or another staining material on cloth, quickly hit it with WD-40. When you clean the item, the stain will lift right off.
#20 Get paint marks off your car
Did another car rub against yours in the parking lot? Don’t despair. Spray on some WD-40 before wiping them right off.
#21 Bring life back into faded plastic furniture
Do you have faded plastic furniture? Wipe it down with WD-40, it will look so much better after.
Is there a location that wasps usually find to build their nests? Spray it with WD-40 early in the spring and they won’t build there. You’ll have a nearly wasp-free summer.
#23 Clean your license plate
Is your license plate getting hard to read? Spray on some WD-40 and use a rag to wipe all that road grime away.
Boat owners know how impossibly difficult barnacles are to remove. Make the task a million times easier by spraying them with WD-40 before getting out your putty knife to pop them right off.
#25 Get oil spots off the driveway
Did you think you would just have to live with those oil spots? Think again. Spray the area with WD-40 and then wash it away with the hose. Your driveway will look picture perfect.
#26 Prevent bugs from getting in
Spray WD-40 along your windowsills and doors to prevent bugs from getting in. You’ll enjoy an insect-free home.
#27 Winter-proof your shoes
Before winter hits, spray a layer of WD-40 on the outside of your shoes to seal them. Your toes will remain dry.
#28 Stop squirrels from stealing birdseed
If you have a birdfeeder, squirrels will steal as much as they can from it. To leave some for the birds, spray the top with WD-40. When squirrels try to climb it, they’ll slide right off.
#29 Break in a baseball glove
New baseball gloves are known for being stiff. Make the material a little softer and more pliable by working some WD-40 into it.
#30 Remove a bumper sticker easily
Are you tired of your bumper stickers? Use WD-40 to loosen the glue and they will practically slide right off your bumper.
#31 Remove chewing gum from shoes
Get stuck-on gum to come off shoe soles with a simple spray of WD-40. Let it sit for a few minutes and then peel the gum right off.
#32 Get grease off your hands
Have you been working on the car? It may seem counter-intuitive, but spraying greasy hands with WD-40 and then wiping them will help the grease come right off.
Are you tired of decals on windows or metal surfaces? Spray the surface with WD-40, wait thirty seconds, and then peel them off.
#34 Stop silver from tarnishing
Do you have silver that you plan on keeping for years to come? Rub in a layer of WD-40 to protect it.
#35 Remove stains from shoes
If you have waterproof shoes with stains on them, you don’t have to give up. Spray WD-40 on them and then wipe it off with a rag. The stains will come with it.
Before storing golf clubs, wipe them with WD-40. It will keep them in pristine condition for years.
#37 Protect guitar strings
Keep your guitar strings in good shape for longer. Just spray a little WD-40 onto a rag and gently wipe them with it.
#38 Remove old wax from skis
Before you put new wax on your skis or snowboard, remove the old wax and dirt by spraying WD-40 on the surface before using an acrylic scraper.
#39 Get stains off carpet
You don’t have to live with stubborn carpet stains. Spray some WD-40, wait two minutes, and then wash the area with warm soap and water.
#40 Reduce polyurethane shine
Are your floors actually a little too shiny? Spray WD-40 on a rag and wipe the floor with it. It will help to reduce the shine to a soft glow.
#41 Prevent saltwater corrosion on boats
Each time before you go out on the water, spray the stern with WD-40. It will help to prevent rust and damage.
Spraying a tiny amount of WD-40 on fishing lures will remove any human scent. WD-40 also attracts fish. For some reason, they love it.
#43 Remove trapped spark plugs
If you ever come across a spark plug that refuses to budge when the engine is cool, spray on some WD-40. It will come right out.
#44 Make your barbecue grill shine again
If there is a lot of burnt on food stuck to the grill, spray it with WD-40 before getting out the wire brush. It will come out cleaner than you thought was possible.
Are there cat paw marks all over the roof of your car? Spray some WD-40 on a soft cloth and wipe them away.
Stubborn weeds such as thistle will wither and wilt away if you spray them with WD-40. Just make sure not to spray other plants.
#47 Have a snow-free shovel
Before you start shoveling snow, spray the shovel with some WD-40. Snow won’t stick to it, making the task a little easier.
Spray the metal parts of tools with WD-40. It will keep them rust-free and protected.
#49 Get rid of tomato stains
Don’t give up if you find a tomato stain on cloth. Spray on some WD-40 and then wash the material.
#50 Get fishing lines untangled
Do you have a ball of fishing line that seems impossible to untangle? Spray some WD-40 on it before trying. It will make the task so much simpler.
#51 Get rid of ink stains
Ink is just about impossible to remove from cloth and leather. However, spraying it with WD-40 before washing can work miracles.
Piano keys go through a lot. Clean them with WD-40 to get them pristine again.
#53 Make truck bed liner removal easy
Before you place your truck bed liner, spray WD-40 over the surface. When the time comes to remove everything, it will slide out easily.
#54 Clean stainless-steel appliances
If you want your appliances to shine like new again, use WD-40 on a rag. Not only will it add shine, but it will also make any stuck-on dirt slide right off.
#55 Get rid of label residue
Are there still sticky remains after you remove a label? Hit it with WD-40, wait a minute, and then wipe it away with ease.
Spray a little WD-40 on your floor and then rub it in. You’ll have all the shine of wax without any of the slipperiness.
If your car has minor scratches, spray them with WD-40 and then wipe it away. The surface will shine flawlessly once again.
This is probably something you have never heard of. One spray of WD-40 on a cow will keep the flies away. Seriously.
Is your vehicle starting to lose its shine? Put WD-40 on a rag and wipe the surface. It will clean grime and tar right off.
Is there tree sap on your windshield? Spray it with WD-40 and then wipe it off. Problem solved!
#61 Remove ink stains from hands
Did a pen explode? Don’t panic. Spray your hands with WD-40 and then wash them with soap and water.
#62 Get your shower head working right
Shower heads tend to get clogged over time. Spray yours with WD-40 and the clogs will be blasted away the next time you turn the water on.
Do you see a roach scurrying along? Kill it dead in one second with one spray of WD-40. Yes, it’s that easy.
#64 Get rid of permanent marker
Is there permanent marker on your furniture? It’s not so permanent once WD-40 has been sprayed on it. Just wait a few second after spraying and then wipe it all away with a rag.
Do you have a pile of necklaces that just seems like a clump? Spray some WD-40 on it all and then get to work untangling everything. It will be so much easier than before.
This works really well on cars but is effective on walls as well. Spray the graffiti with WD-40, wait a minute, and then wipe it away.
#67 Clean a stainless-steel sink
Has your sink lost its glimmer? Use WD-40 and a rag to remove all stubborn stains and grime as well as giving it that polished shine.
#68 Make sure your pumpkin lasts past Halloween
Once they have been carved, pumpkins tend to deteriorate quickly. Spraying them with WD-40 may keep them viable for a few more weeks.
Dried glue can be removed from virtually any surface. Spray it with WD-40, wait two minutes, and then peel or wipe it away.
#70 Stop spiderwebs from forming
The solvent and lubricant in WD-40 will stop spiders from successfully building their webs. Just spray it where they like to live.
#71 Stop pipes from freezing
Spray the outside of pipes in the winter. It will help to prevent them from freezing and bursting.
Get rid of old duct tape as well as its residue. Just spray the surface, peel it off, and then wipe down the area with a little more WD-40 to get any remaining glue.
#73 Remove candle wax from carpet
Life happens. Sometimes, we assume the results are permanent. If it is wax on a carpet, it doesn’t need to be. Spray the wax with WD-40, wait three minutes, and then peel it right off.
#74 Revive old paint brushes
If your old paintbrushes are too stiff to use, spray them with WD-40. After a few minutes, you can clean them as usual and they’ll be as soft as new.
#75 Make artificial plants shine
WD-40 is great for making the leaves of artificial plants truly shine. Just give them a quick spray and wipe the surface.
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