2000 uses for WD40
The uses of WD-40 described on this website were provided to WD-40Company by end-users of the product, and do not constitute recommendations or suggestions for use of WD-40 by WD-40 Company.
These uses have not been tested by WD-40 Company. Consumers should exercise common sense whenever using WD-40. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the WD-40 packaging.
Home/Garden | Car/Truck | On the Job | Garage/Workshop |Sports/Recreation | OtherHome/Garden• Use to loosen rusty nuts and screws, clean garden tools.• Cleans piano keys• Keeps wicker chairs from squeaking• Lubricates small rolling toys• Keeps garden tools rust-free• Cleans patio door glide strip• Removes crayon from clothes dryer (make sure to unplug dryer first)• Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile floor• Keeps metal wind chimes rust-free• Removes crayon from walls• Helps join plastic shelving to make disassembly easier• Removes water spots from mirrors• Lubricates
hinge on pruning shears• Lubricates screws on lawn furniture• Lubricates hydraulic rams on slideout of 5th wheel• Cleans fiberglass bathtubs• Cleans and prevents rust on oil tank exterior• Cleans and protects bed of wheelbarrows• Prevents rust on swamp cooler nuts• Removes tea stains from countertops• Removes crayon from wallpaper• Lubricates gate locks• Removes crayon from carpet• Removes tape marks from the wall where posters hung• Shines leaves of artificial house~plants• Keeps snow from sticking to shovel• Removes coffee stains on floor tiles• Keeps hose ends from corroding• Lubricates moving parts on playground equipment• Removes crayon from plastic• Removes decals from bathtubs• Removes old cellophane tape• Removes crayon from shoes• Cleans ashtrays• Removes crayon from toys• Cleans and protects underside of cast iron skillets• Removes ink from carpet• Keeps garden plant cages bright and rust free• Cleans lawnmower blades• Cleans and protects antique kitchen tools• Prevents mildew growth on fountain• Removes marks from floors left by chair feet• Removes crayon from chalk boards• Eliminates static on volume and tuning control knobs• Cleans candle soot• Removes ink from blue jeans• Cleans residue on luggage handles• Cleans old muffin tins• Cleans and protects pruning shears• Cleans gold-plated faucets• Removes petroleum stains from clothing• Keeps sewing needles from rusting• Removes Kool-Aid stains from carpet and fabric• Removes gunk from plastic dish-drainer• Lubricates kitchen sink handheld spray nozzle• Removes rust from curtain rods• Removes adhesive from precious china• Cleans bottoms of pots and pans• Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers• Cleans vinyl garage doors• Cleans doggie doo from tennis shoes• Removes gunk when replacing old faucets• Cleans and protects medicine door latches• Protects wrought iron from rust• Removes tomato stains from clothes• Prevents rust from forming on washing machines• Keeps metal wire screens rust free•
Removes blue baked-on acrylic cover shields from acrylic windows• Preventative maintenance on cooking burner• Removes coffee stains from leather• Protects electric pump on furnace• Removes ink stains from leather• Prevents corrosion on copper parts of fountain• Lubricates folding parts of ironing board• Removes rust from chair feet• Cleans and polishes gold and brass lamps• Removes adhesive price tag from shoe bottoms• Keeps trigger on glue gun from sticking• Cleans bed frame• Protects shower heads from rust• Protects silver from blackening• Lubricates external pivots on lawn mowers• Keeps blades from rusting on garden plow• Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors• Protects inner machinery in toilet against corrosion• Removes paint from tile flooring• Protects hand trowels from corrosion• Cleans and protects pitchforks• Lubricates screen channels upon installation of rubber bead• Removes rust stains from bathroom tubs• Cleans metal figurines• Shines shower doors• Protects patio door from sun damage• Cleans mildew from refrigerator gasket• Helps clean rust from wire shelves• Cleans newspaper ink from tables• Removes rust stains from floor after mopping• Cleans and protects TV antenna• Removes gum from wallpaper• Penetrates and frees stuck toilet shutoff valve• Spray on rototiller blades to prevent rust during off-season• Cleans melted vacuum belt from carpeting• Removes crayon from television screen• Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags• Cleans gunk from chain saws• Prevents rust on metal patio chairs• Removes crayon marks from glass• Camouflages scratches in cultured marble• Removes berry stains from patio furniture• Removes gum stuck to concrete• Cleans heavy dirt from shovels• Cleans rust from metal exterior of speakers• Coat outside pipes during winter to help prevent freezing damage or pipe bursts• Removes glue deposits from linoleum• Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand• Removes masking tape residue from linoleum• Cleans gunk built up on doorknobs• Removes stickers from credit cards• Cleans smoke stains• Removes lipstick from carpet• Lubricates metal latches on chain link fences• Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table• Removes stains from coffee cups• Removes crayon from screen doors• Removes crayon from plastic tables• Removes oil stains from nylon• Spray on hula hoe swivels to clean & prevent corrosion• Lubricates air holes before inserting hand air pump nozzle onto tires• Keeps lawn mower wheels turning smoothly• Keeps plant supports from rusting• Removes gum from linoleum floor• Removes strawberry stains from countertops• Removes tar from shovels• Keeps plant hangers from rusting• Removes mascara from tile floors• Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall• Spray on silverware during unused periods to prevent tarnishing• Clean black marks from shoes off the floor• Removes labels from medicine bottles• Removes wax from shoes• Cleans chair wheels• Cleans window sills• Protects snow shovels from the effects of salt• Cleans and protects washer lid• Prevents corrosion on outdoor light fixtures• Removes felt pen marks from floor• Loosens valve stems on lawnmower tires• Removes gum from aluminum siding• Removes wax from vinyl surfaces• Lubricates mixer gears• Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floor• Adds moisture to and preserves ivory and bone items• Keeps lawn mower carburetors free of gunk• Removes Velcro stickers• Polishes away scratches on countertops• Lubricates vacuum cleaner roller brush• Cleans gunk from base of toilet bowl• Lubricates runners on porch glider• Cleans roofing tar off circular saw blades• Protects exposed metal parts on snow blowers• Removes sticker residue from clothes• Removes gum from flagpoles• Keeps clay from sticking to shovels• Prevents rake from rusting• Removes laundry detergent stain from washer• Polishes splash guards• Cleans crayon off of rock walls• Lubricates ball valve handle on sprinkler system• Lubricates return springs on riding lawnmowers• Keeps kitty-doo from sticking to electric cat-box rakes• Removes dried toothpaste stains• Removes silly putty from furniture• Cleans lime stains from toilet bowls• Spray on bottom 6 inches of wooden patio table to prevent mildewbuild up• Removes glue from refrigerator• Helps clean showers• Cleans build up on hedge trimmers• Lubricates gardening shears• Cleans dog hair from sliding door rollers• Removes marks-a-lot ink from most items• Removes rust from cookie tins• Keeps flower pots from sticking together when stacked in storage• Removes gum from dryer lint screen• Cleans tar from rubber water hoses• Removes scuff marks from lawn furniture• Removes rust stains from tile floors• Lubricates lever on razor scraper• Removes lipstick from fabric• Cleans and lubricates the rubber surrounds on stereo sub woofers• Spray down drain throat to remove scum• Removes crayon from place mats• Removes stubborn body oils and shampoo residue from bath mats• Spray around bottom of garbage cans to prevent animals from getting in• Removes oxidation from aluminum window frames• Polishes and protects brass candle~sticks• Cleans music racks• Cleans peanut butter from shoe strings• Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears• Cleans wood planter bed• Cleans scum from rubber gloves• Polishes silver jewelry• Lubricates freezer doors• Removes grape juice stains• Cleans marks on shelves made by coat hangers• Shines aluminum sinks• Frees stuck• Shines wheelbarrow tires• Cleans lock nuts around gate latches• Camouflages scratches in linoleum• Camouflages scratches in ceramic tile• Keeps clay from sticking to hoes• Keeps clay from sticking to rakes• Prevents rust form forming on blender blades during storage• Spray on trash can lids to keep messes from sticking• Protects outside of cast iron brake drums on riding lawnmower• Removes grime from grout on bathroom floor• Cleans dust from artificial flowers• Removes starch residue from sole plate on iron• Cleans vacuum cleaner dials• Removes fingerprints from bay windows• Cleans sole plate on iron• Helps remove flood water marks from cedar paneling• Shines mother-of-pearl accessories• Cleans oil burner parts• Removes marking pen from glass objects• Cleans outdoor electrical relay contacts• Lubricates moving parts of vacuum motor• Shines outdoor sculptures• Helps remove caked-on dirt and grime from furniture rails• Removes calcium deposits from dehumidifier• Removes nail polish from hardwood floors• Helps remove built up mineral deposits from freezer grid• Removes caked-on food from bottom of cookie sheets• Removes splattered grease on stove• Cleans silver serving trays• Cleans woks -- after cleaning• Removes streaks from Formica• Cleans blackened skillets -- after cleaning• Helps keep wooden handles on garden tools from splintering• Helps remove soap scum from bathroom cleaning materials• Helps remove calcium deposits from bathtub drains• Protects grout from mildew in outdoor shower• Removes hardened wax from fiberglass showers• Helps remove shoe polish stains from socks• Cleans and protects fertilizer spreader after use• Keeps ax blade from rusting• Spray on bathroom mirror to keep it from fogging• Lubricates shower door rollers• Penetrates frozen mail box doors• Prevents rust on patio furniture screws• Lubricates locks on dog kennels• Drives moisture from door sill plate• Prevents rust on shut-off valve of main water source• Lubricates springs on garbage can foot pedal• Displaces moisture from submerged cellular phones• Helps remove road salt from car locks• Drives moisture from outdoor latches• Drives moisture from moving parts of electric jewelry boxes after washing• Drives moisture from home wiring• Drives moisture from moving garden tools to help prevent corrosion• Drives moisture from electrical contacts on weed eater• Drives moisture from wheel bearings in shower door wheels• Lubricates heat register vent levers• Apply on medicine cabinet closure to prevent sticking•
Lubricates spray arm in dishwasher• Lubricates sliding tracks on French doors• Lubricates needles on knitting machine• Unsticks painted radiator valves• Lubricates can openers• Lubricates patio door hydraulic self closing hinge• Cleans clogged Inkjet nozzle• Keeps garbage disposal from rusting• Keeps gas shut~off valve from getting stuck• Lubricates garden hose trigger nozzle• Spray on glass objects that are stuck together to separate without breaking• Unkinks gold chains• Lubricates lock on chain securing propane tank to barbecue grill• Lubricates antique cuckoo clock pendulum• Lubricates stuck temperature regulators on refrigerators http://www.twbc.org/wd40.htm
These uses have not been tested by WD-40 Company. Consumers should exercise common sense whenever using WD-40. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the WD-40 packaging.
Home/Garden | Car/Truck | On the Job | Garage/Workshop |Sports/Recreation | OtherHome/Garden• Use to loosen rusty nuts and screws, clean garden tools.• Cleans piano keys• Keeps wicker chairs from squeaking• Lubricates small rolling toys• Keeps garden tools rust-free• Cleans patio door glide strip• Removes crayon from clothes dryer (make sure to unplug dryer first)• Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile floor• Keeps metal wind chimes rust-free• Removes crayon from walls• Helps join plastic shelving to make disassembly easier• Removes water spots from mirrors• Lubricates
hinge on pruning shears• Lubricates screws on lawn furniture• Lubricates hydraulic rams on slideout of 5th wheel• Cleans fiberglass bathtubs• Cleans and prevents rust on oil tank exterior• Cleans and protects bed of wheelbarrows• Prevents rust on swamp cooler nuts• Removes tea stains from countertops• Removes crayon from wallpaper• Lubricates gate locks• Removes crayon from carpet• Removes tape marks from the wall where posters hung• Shines leaves of artificial house~plants• Keeps snow from sticking to shovel• Removes coffee stains on floor tiles• Keeps hose ends from corroding• Lubricates moving parts on playground equipment• Removes crayon from plastic• Removes decals from bathtubs• Removes old cellophane tape• Removes crayon from shoes• Cleans ashtrays• Removes crayon from toys• Cleans and protects underside of cast iron skillets• Removes ink from carpet• Keeps garden plant cages bright and rust free• Cleans lawnmower blades• Cleans and protects antique kitchen tools• Prevents mildew growth on fountain• Removes marks from floors left by chair feet• Removes crayon from chalk boards• Eliminates static on volume and tuning control knobs• Cleans candle soot• Removes ink from blue jeans• Cleans residue on luggage handles• Cleans old muffin tins• Cleans and protects pruning shears• Cleans gold-plated faucets• Removes petroleum stains from clothing• Keeps sewing needles from rusting• Removes Kool-Aid stains from carpet and fabric• Removes gunk from plastic dish-drainer• Lubricates kitchen sink handheld spray nozzle• Removes rust from curtain rods• Removes adhesive from precious china• Cleans bottoms of pots and pans• Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers• Cleans vinyl garage doors• Cleans doggie doo from tennis shoes• Removes gunk when replacing old faucets• Cleans and protects medicine door latches• Protects wrought iron from rust• Removes tomato stains from clothes• Prevents rust from forming on washing machines• Keeps metal wire screens rust free•
Removes blue baked-on acrylic cover shields from acrylic windows• Preventative maintenance on cooking burner• Removes coffee stains from leather• Protects electric pump on furnace• Removes ink stains from leather• Prevents corrosion on copper parts of fountain• Lubricates folding parts of ironing board• Removes rust from chair feet• Cleans and polishes gold and brass lamps• Removes adhesive price tag from shoe bottoms• Keeps trigger on glue gun from sticking• Cleans bed frame• Protects shower heads from rust• Protects silver from blackening• Lubricates external pivots on lawn mowers• Keeps blades from rusting on garden plow• Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors• Protects inner machinery in toilet against corrosion• Removes paint from tile flooring• Protects hand trowels from corrosion• Cleans and protects pitchforks• Lubricates screen channels upon installation of rubber bead• Removes rust stains from bathroom tubs• Cleans metal figurines• Shines shower doors• Protects patio door from sun damage• Cleans mildew from refrigerator gasket• Helps clean rust from wire shelves• Cleans newspaper ink from tables• Removes rust stains from floor after mopping• Cleans and protects TV antenna• Removes gum from wallpaper• Penetrates and frees stuck toilet shutoff valve• Spray on rototiller blades to prevent rust during off-season• Cleans melted vacuum belt from carpeting• Removes crayon from television screen• Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags• Cleans gunk from chain saws• Prevents rust on metal patio chairs• Removes crayon marks from glass• Camouflages scratches in cultured marble• Removes berry stains from patio furniture• Removes gum stuck to concrete• Cleans heavy dirt from shovels• Cleans rust from metal exterior of speakers• Coat outside pipes during winter to help prevent freezing damage or pipe bursts• Removes glue deposits from linoleum• Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand• Removes masking tape residue from linoleum• Cleans gunk built up on doorknobs• Removes stickers from credit cards• Cleans smoke stains• Removes lipstick from carpet• Lubricates metal latches on chain link fences• Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table• Removes stains from coffee cups• Removes crayon from screen doors• Removes crayon from plastic tables• Removes oil stains from nylon• Spray on hula hoe swivels to clean & prevent corrosion• Lubricates air holes before inserting hand air pump nozzle onto tires• Keeps lawn mower wheels turning smoothly• Keeps plant supports from rusting• Removes gum from linoleum floor• Removes strawberry stains from countertops• Removes tar from shovels• Keeps plant hangers from rusting• Removes mascara from tile floors• Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall• Spray on silverware during unused periods to prevent tarnishing• Clean black marks from shoes off the floor• Removes labels from medicine bottles• Removes wax from shoes• Cleans chair wheels• Cleans window sills• Protects snow shovels from the effects of salt• Cleans and protects washer lid• Prevents corrosion on outdoor light fixtures• Removes felt pen marks from floor• Loosens valve stems on lawnmower tires• Removes gum from aluminum siding• Removes wax from vinyl surfaces• Lubricates mixer gears• Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floor• Adds moisture to and preserves ivory and bone items• Keeps lawn mower carburetors free of gunk• Removes Velcro stickers• Polishes away scratches on countertops• Lubricates vacuum cleaner roller brush• Cleans gunk from base of toilet bowl• Lubricates runners on porch glider• Cleans roofing tar off circular saw blades• Protects exposed metal parts on snow blowers• Removes sticker residue from clothes• Removes gum from flagpoles• Keeps clay from sticking to shovels• Prevents rake from rusting• Removes laundry detergent stain from washer• Polishes splash guards• Cleans crayon off of rock walls• Lubricates ball valve handle on sprinkler system• Lubricates return springs on riding lawnmowers• Keeps kitty-doo from sticking to electric cat-box rakes• Removes dried toothpaste stains• Removes silly putty from furniture• Cleans lime stains from toilet bowls• Spray on bottom 6 inches of wooden patio table to prevent mildewbuild up• Removes glue from refrigerator• Helps clean showers• Cleans build up on hedge trimmers• Lubricates gardening shears• Cleans dog hair from sliding door rollers• Removes marks-a-lot ink from most items• Removes rust from cookie tins• Keeps flower pots from sticking together when stacked in storage• Removes gum from dryer lint screen• Cleans tar from rubber water hoses• Removes scuff marks from lawn furniture• Removes rust stains from tile floors• Lubricates lever on razor scraper• Removes lipstick from fabric• Cleans and lubricates the rubber surrounds on stereo sub woofers• Spray down drain throat to remove scum• Removes crayon from place mats• Removes stubborn body oils and shampoo residue from bath mats• Spray around bottom of garbage cans to prevent animals from getting in• Removes oxidation from aluminum window frames• Polishes and protects brass candle~sticks• Cleans music racks• Cleans peanut butter from shoe strings• Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears• Cleans wood planter bed• Cleans scum from rubber gloves• Polishes silver jewelry• Lubricates freezer doors• Removes grape juice stains• Cleans marks on shelves made by coat hangers• Shines aluminum sinks• Frees stuck• Shines wheelbarrow tires• Cleans lock nuts around gate latches• Camouflages scratches in linoleum• Camouflages scratches in ceramic tile• Keeps clay from sticking to hoes• Keeps clay from sticking to rakes• Prevents rust form forming on blender blades during storage• Spray on trash can lids to keep messes from sticking• Protects outside of cast iron brake drums on riding lawnmower• Removes grime from grout on bathroom floor• Cleans dust from artificial flowers• Removes starch residue from sole plate on iron• Cleans vacuum cleaner dials• Removes fingerprints from bay windows• Cleans sole plate on iron• Helps remove flood water marks from cedar paneling• Shines mother-of-pearl accessories• Cleans oil burner parts• Removes marking pen from glass objects• Cleans outdoor electrical relay contacts• Lubricates moving parts of vacuum motor• Shines outdoor sculptures• Helps remove caked-on dirt and grime from furniture rails• Removes calcium deposits from dehumidifier• Removes nail polish from hardwood floors• Helps remove built up mineral deposits from freezer grid• Removes caked-on food from bottom of cookie sheets• Removes splattered grease on stove• Cleans silver serving trays• Cleans woks -- after cleaning• Removes streaks from Formica• Cleans blackened skillets -- after cleaning• Helps keep wooden handles on garden tools from splintering• Helps remove soap scum from bathroom cleaning materials• Helps remove calcium deposits from bathtub drains• Protects grout from mildew in outdoor shower• Removes hardened wax from fiberglass showers• Helps remove shoe polish stains from socks• Cleans and protects fertilizer spreader after use• Keeps ax blade from rusting• Spray on bathroom mirror to keep it from fogging• Lubricates shower door rollers• Penetrates frozen mail box doors• Prevents rust on patio furniture screws• Lubricates locks on dog kennels• Drives moisture from door sill plate• Prevents rust on shut-off valve of main water source• Lubricates springs on garbage can foot pedal• Displaces moisture from submerged cellular phones• Helps remove road salt from car locks• Drives moisture from outdoor latches• Drives moisture from moving parts of electric jewelry boxes after washing• Drives moisture from home wiring• Drives moisture from moving garden tools to help prevent corrosion• Drives moisture from electrical contacts on weed eater• Drives moisture from wheel bearings in shower door wheels• Lubricates heat register vent levers• Apply on medicine cabinet closure to prevent sticking•
Lubricates spray arm in dishwasher• Lubricates sliding tracks on French doors• Lubricates needles on knitting machine• Unsticks painted radiator valves• Lubricates can openers• Lubricates patio door hydraulic self closing hinge• Cleans clogged Inkjet nozzle• Keeps garbage disposal from rusting• Keeps gas shut~off valve from getting stuck• Lubricates garden hose trigger nozzle• Spray on glass objects that are stuck together to separate without breaking• Unkinks gold chains• Lubricates lock on chain securing propane tank to barbecue grill• Lubricates antique cuckoo clock pendulum• Lubricates stuck temperature regulators on refrigerators http://www.twbc.org/wd40.htm