LIST OF 2000 USES The uses of WD-40 described on this website were provided to WD-40 Company 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 • Cleans and polishes gold and brass lamps • Removes Velcro stickers • Use to loosen rusty nuts and screws, clean garden tools • Removes adhesive price tag from shoe bottoms • Polishes away scratches on countertops • Cleans piano keys • Keeps trigger on glue gun from sticking • Lubricates vacuum cleaner roller brush • Keeps wicker chairs from squeaking • Cleans bed frame • Cleans gunk from base of toilet bowl • Lubricates small rolling toys • Protects shower heads from rust • Lubricates runners on porch glider • Keeps garden tools rust-free • Protects silver from blackening • Cleans roofing tar off circular saw blades • Cleans patio door glide strip • Lubricates external pivots on lawnmowers • Protects exposed metal parts on snow blowers • Removes crayon from clothes dryer (make sure to unplug dryer first) • Keeps blades from rusting on garden plow • Removes sticker residue from clothes • Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile floor • Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors • Removes gum from flagpoles • Keeps metal wind chimes rust-free • Protects inner machinery in toilet against corrosion • Keeps clay from sticking to shovels • Removes crayon from walls • Removes paint from tile flooring • Prevents rake from rusting • Helps join plastic shelving to make disassembly easier • Protects hand trowels from corrosion • Removes laundry detergent stain from washer • Removes water spots from mirrors • Cleans and protects pitchforks • Polishes splash guards • Lubricates hinge on pruning shears • Lubricates screen channels upon installation of rubber bead • Cleans crayon off of rock walls • Lubricates screws on lawn furniture • Removes rust stains from bathroom tubs • Lubricates ball valve handle on sprinkler system • Lubricates hydraulic rams on slideout of 5th wheel • Cleans metal figurines • Lubricates return springs on riding lawnmowers • Cleans fiberglass bathtubs • Shines shower doors • Keeps kitty-doo from sticking to electric cat-box rakes • Cleans and prevents rust on oil tank exterior • Protects patio door from sun damage • Removes dried toothpaste stains • Cleans and protects bed of wheelbarrows • Cleans mildew from refrigerator gasket • Removes silly putty from furniture • Prevents rust on swamp cooler nuts • Helps clean rust from wire shelves • Cleans lime stains from toilet bowls • Removes tea stains from countertops • Cleans newspaper ink from tables • Spray on bottom 6 inches of wooden patio table to prevent mildew build up • Removes crayon from wallpaper • Removes rust stains from floor after mopping • Removes glue from refrigerator • Lubricates gate locks • Cleans and protects TV antenna • Helps clean showers • Removes crayon from carpet • Removes gum from wallpaper • Cleans build up on hedge trimmers • Removes crayon from compressed wood furniture • Penetrates and frees stuck toilet shutoff valve • Lubricates gardening shears • Loosens rusty parts on lawnmower • Spray on rototiller blades to prevent rust during off-season • Cleans dog hair from sliding door rollers • Lubricates sticky drawers • Cleans melted vacuum belt from carpeting • Removes marks-a-lot ink from most items • Removes tape marks from the wall where posters hung • Removes crayon from television screen • Removes rust from cookie tins • Shines leaves of artificial houseplants • Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags • Keeps flower pots from sticking together when stacked in storage • Keeps snow from sticking to shovel • Cleans gunk from chain saws • Removes gum from dryer lint screen • Removes coffee stains on floor tiles • Prevents rust on metal patio chairs • Cleans tar from rubber water hoses • Keeps hose ends from corroding • Removes crayon marks from glass • Removes scuff marks from lawn furniture • Lubricates moving parts on playground equipment • Camouflages scratches in cultured marble • Removes rust stains from tile floors • Removes crayon from plastic • Removes berry stains from patio furniture • Lubricates lever on razor scraper • Removes decals from bathtubs • Removes gum stuck to concrete • Removes lipstick from fabric • Removes old cellophane tape • Cleans heavy dirt from shovels • Cleans and lubricates the rubber surrounds on stereo sub woofers • Removes crayon from shoes • Cleans rust from metal exterior of speakers • Spray down drain throat to remove scum • Cleans ashtrays • Coat outside pipes during winter to help prevent freezing damage or • Removes crayon from place mats • Removes crayon from toys pipe bursts • Removes stubborn body oils and shampoo residue from bath mats • Cleans and protects underside of cast iron skillets • Removes glue deposits from linoleum • Spray around bottom of garbage cans to prevent animals from getting in • Removes ink from carpet • Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand • Removes oxidation from aluminum window frames • Keeps garden plant cages bright and rust free • Removes masking tape residue from linoleum • Polishes and protects brass candlesticks • Cleans lawnmower blades • Cleans gunk built up on doorknobs • Cleans music racks • Cleans and protects antique kitchen tools • Removes stickers from credit cards • Cleans peanut butter from shoestrings • Prevents mildew growth on fountain • Cleans smoke stains • Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears • Removes marks from floors left by chair feet • Removes lipstick from carpet • Cleans wood planter bed • Removes crayon from chalk boards • Lubricates metal latches on chain link fences • Cleans scum from rubber gloves • Eliminates static on volume and tuning control knobs • Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table • Polishes silver jewelry • Cleans candle soot • Removes stains from coffee cups • Lubricates freezer doors • Removes ink from blue jeans • Removes crayon from screen doors • Removes grape juice stains • Cleans residue on luggage handles • Removes crayon from plastic tables • Cleans marks on shelves made by coat hangers • Cleans old muffin tins • Removes oil stains from nylon • Shines aluminum sinks • Cleans and protects pruning shears • Spray on hula hoe swivels to clean & prevent corrosion • Shines wheelbarrow tires • Cleans gold-plated faucets • Lubricates air holes before inserting hand air pump nozzle onto tires • Cleans lock nuts around gate latches • Removes petroleum stains from clothing • Keeps lawnmower wheels turning smoothly • Camouflages scratches in linoleum • Keeps sewing needles from rusting • Keeps plant supports from rusting • Camouflages scratches in ceramic tile • Removes Kool-Aid stains from carpet and fabric • Removes gum from linoleum floor • Keeps clay from sticking to hoes • Removes gunk from plastic dish-drainer • Removes strawberry stains from countertops • Keeps clay from sticking to rakes • Lubricates kitchen sink handheld spray nozzle • Removes tar from shovels • Prevents rust form forming on blender blades during storage • Removes rust from curtain rods • Keeps plant hangers from rusting • Spray on trash can lids to keep messes from sticking • Removes adhesive from precious china • Removes mascara from tile floors • Protects outside of cast iron brake drums on riding lawnmower • Cleans bottoms of pots and pans • Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall • Removes grime from grout on bathroom floor • Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers • Spray on silverware during unused periods to prevent tarnishing • Cleans dust from artificial flowers • Cleans vinyl garage doors • Clean black marks from shoes off the floor • Removes starch residue from sole plate on iron • Cleans doggie doo from tennis shoes • Removes labels from medicine bottles • Cleans vacuum cleaner dials • Removes gunk when replacing old faucets • Removes wax from shoes • Removes fingerprints from bay windows • Cleans and protects medicine door latches • Cleans chair wheels • Cleans sole plate on iron • Protects wrought iron from rust • Cleans window sills • Helps remove flood water marks from cedar paneling • Removes tomato stains from clothes • Protects snow shovels from the effects of salt • Shines mother-of-pearl accessories • Prevents rust from forming on washing machines • Cleans and protects washer lid • Cleans oil burner parts • Keeps metal wire screens rust free • Prevents corrosion on outdoor light fixtures • Removes marking pen from glass objects • Removes blue baked-on acrylic cover shields from acrylic windows • Removes felt pen marks from floor • Cleans outdoor electrical relay contacts • Preventative maintenance on cooking burner • Loosens valve stems on lawnmower tires • Lubricates moving parts of vacuum motor • Removes coffee stains from leather • Removes gum from aluminum siding • Shines outdoor sculptures • Protects electric pump on furnace • Removes wax from vinyl surfaces • Helps remove caked-on dirt and grime from furniture rails • Removes ink stains from leather • Lubricates mixer gears • Removes calcium deposits from dehumidifier • Prevents corrosion on copper parts of fountain • Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floor • Removes nail polish from hardwood floors • Lubricates folding parts of ironing board • Adds moisture to and preserves ivory and