Aug 4, 2018
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WD-40 was invented by Norm Larsen, founder of Rocket Chemical Company, according to wd40.com. Larsen aimed to develop a line of rust-prevention solvents and degreasers for use in the aerospace industry. He succeeded at the goal, "Water Displacement, on the 40th attempt," hence the name.
Convair, an aerospace contractor, first used WD-40 to protect the outer skin of the Atlas Missile from rust and corrosion," according to the web site. A few years later the company made an aerosol spray version and the rest, as they say, is history.
WD-40 does not contain fish oil, contrary to a popular myth, nor does it contain silicone, kerosene, water, wax, graphite, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
But what it CAN do may seem miraculous and there are some applications where it seriously should NOT be used according to rd.com and gizmodo.com.
15 Times You SHOULD Use WD-40
WD-40 spray lubricant has a wide variety of household uses. Here are a few you might not have known:
1. Bug Repellant - Spray WD-40 anywhere bugs could potentially enter your house.
2. Footwear waterproofing - Give your shoes or boots a coat of WD-40 before you head out on a wet day.
3. Get glue off your f ingers - WD-40 even works on Super Glue.
4. Unstick a zipper - Spray down your zipper and slide it up and down a couple of times.
5. Remove sticker gooey residue from price tags, duct tape, and stickers - Soak the gunk and let it sit for a minute then wipe it away.
6. Keep locks from freezing - Spray WD-40 inside of locks before cold, wet weather hits.
7. Remove crayon from the wall, on toys, flooring, furniture, painted walls, wallpaper, windows, doors, and television screens. - WD-40 removes your kids' impromptu artwork without harming the paint. Spray on WD-40 and wipe it off.
8. Lube a shovel - Spray WD-40 on a shovel, spading fork, hoe or garden trowel. The soil slides right off—especially helpful when digging in clay.
9. Clean tile - The spray removes spilled mascara, nail polish, paint and scuff marks from tile floors, and also help you wipe away grime from the grout lines. Clean up with soapy water.
10. Scrub stains from stainless steel sinks - Apply a small amount to a soft cloth and buff.
11. Unstick gum - A squirt makes it easier to pull gum out of carpet and even hair. It's better than cutting out the gum and leaving patchy carpet or a bad haircut.
12. Soften leather - WD-40 oil can help break in a stiff leather tool belt.
13. Free stuck LEGOs - Your kids will thank you.
14. Prevent flowerpots from sticking when stacked together - Spray the outside of the pots lightly before stacking.
15. Get rid of rust - Spray and rub away rust from circular saw and hacksaw blades. It can also clean blades of tar and other gunk.
WD-40 is a superhero in your toolbox!
6 Times You should NEVER Use WD-40
1. Arthritis relief - Some people suffering from arthritis claim that using WD-40 on their stiff joints is helpful. But this is not recommended by doctors, and the company doesn’t recommend using the product for any medical purposes. It is advised to wash your body with soap and water if your skin does come into contact with the product. There are other oils, creams, and other remedies you can use instead.
2. Plastics - There are many different types of plastic, but there are two kinds that you should avoid using WD-40 on—polycarbonate and clear polystyrene plastic. Polycarbonate is a transparent plastic that is commonly used in greenhouses, and polystyrene is typically used for styrofoam and soft drink lids among other items.
3. Electronics - Specifically, you should avoid using WD-40 to fix your iPad or iPhone home button. It could further damage the device since some iPhones consist of plastic parts and the spray can cause the plastic to break down on the cover. If some gets inside the electronics, it can damage plastic parts inside. Plus, it doesn’t help that WD-40 is a liquid and spraying it closely to electronics is a hazard. Apple recommends not using any sprays, solvents, or abrasives on their devices.
4. Bike chains - WD-40 is for immediate lubrication, so it’s not ideal for things requiring longer-term lubrication—like a bike chain. That said, the company does sell an alternative product called WD-40 BIKE specifically for this use.
5. Door hinges - Sure, WD-40 will stop the squeaking, but it also attracts dust and dirt. Over time, you'll end up with ugly black streaks on your hinges.
6. Paintball guns - WD-40 can melt the seals in the guns.
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