What can you use WD40 for? 10 tips!

WD40 spray, who doesn't know it! You will recognise the blue and yellow sprays with the red cap out of thousands.

WD40 Spray

The spray characterises itself as the number one problem solver for any job and WD40 helps with, among other things.

• Protecting material from corrosion;
• Loosening stuck parts;
• Expelling moisture;
• Lubricating parts;
• Preventing dehydration;
• Removal of oil, dirt and grease.

WD-40 offers a wide range of special care products for lubricating, lubricating, degreasing and cleaning, helping people all over the world to get the job done! The formula - a well-kept secret - is exactly the same today as when it was first invented. Did you know that WD40 is also very useful for jobs in and around the car? We have listed 10 tips for you!

1. Lubricate and protect hinge points

   Make sure your vehicle's doors open and close smoothly with the WD-40. Use the bendable straw to regularly spray the door hinges to ensure everything opens and closes smoothly.

2. Protect chrome and bring back shine

   Rust can form on the metal on which chrome is plated, but corrosion is no match for WD-40. Coat the surface with the original WD-40 formula, let it soak in for 10 minutes, then gently wipe off. Rinse, re-spray and polish for a superior shine.

3. Dissolve stubborn dirt and grease without scratching

   WD-40 is safe to use on your vehicle's paintwork. For stubborn grease and grime, coat the area with WD-40, wipe it clean and rinse - it's that simple!

4. Lubricate the locks/hinges of the bonnet

   Banish creaks and crackles from the bonnet, use WD-40 to tackle stubborn and stuck latches and hinges.

5. Make sure bolts and nuts can be easily loosened

   Soak nuts and bolts in WD40 before use for easier disassembly or replacement at a later date.

6. Stop squeaks in shock absorbers

   Is there noise and squeaking coming from the shock absorbers and strut mounts? Then use the spray to dampen these noises.

7. Remove stickers, emblems, insects and bird droppings

   Use WD-40 to remove stickers, emblems or other material stuck on your car. Spray it on the surface, wait 30 seconds to a minute and then use a scratch-free scouring pad to wipe it clean. Remember to rinse with soap and water when you are done.

8. Clean and shiny tyres

   Use WD-40 to clean the side of your tyres. It will look completely different again!

9. Remove oil from your hands or other surfaces

   If you need to remove oil from your hands, old oil cans, exhaust pipes or even large oil stains on the driveway after doing odd jobs, WD-40 will wash it off. When you're done removing the oil with WD-40, simply rinse with soap and water.

10. Cleaning contact points

    If the spark plugs are dirty and/or there is rust try to clean this as best you can. It may be an idea to spray the spark plugs and other electrical contact points with a little WD-40. A can of WD-40 will not fix a car. But you will fix some problems with it. If your car won't start, is broken, you can use WD-40 to fix it often enough to at least get home. At least when it comes to contact points. There are many difference WD40 products you can buy at various (online) places. For example, take a look at the Oil supply shop who have a wide range of WD40!