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Lubricates sun visors in cars
Removes adhesive tape without damaging factory paint
Keeps hitch locks rust-free
Cleans marks from rubber surfaces
Lubricates key holes
Lubricates license plate bolts and screws
Lubricates door latch to gas cap
Keeps glove box lock working smoothly
Cleans rust from car hood latch
Removes cell phone antenna glue from glass
Lubricates linkages on emergency brake release Removes crayon from
dashboard
Lubricates knobs on air conditioners
Removes crayon from vinyl surfaces
Lubricates ashtray for easy sliding
Helps remove broken keys from locks
Lubricates convertible top zippers
Lubricates hood release cable
Lubricates locks on vehicle bike racks
Lubricates gas cap locks and levers
Lubricates zippers on zip-up car windows
Restores vintage door locks
Lubricates car door hinges
Lubricates auto hood latch
Lubricates stainless steel hood latches
Removes paint rub from another vehicle
Cleans spray paint nozzles
Cleans gunk from safety glasses/goggles
Cleans debris from vise-grip
Lubricates piano hinges on tool box
Lubricates fuse box hinges
Lubricates locks on lawnmower control cables
Penetrates and loosens screws on furniture clamps
Lubricates vice handles
Lubricates flashlight switches
Keeps gear shifters lubricated
Lubricates rusted screws
Loosens tight folding chair hinges
Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile floor (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Lubricates hinges on pruning shears
Removes crayon from carpet (be sure to test WD-40 on low-visibility
area of carpet before using WD-40)
Removes coffee stains from floor tiles (be sure to wipe floor clean
after using WD-40)
Removes marks from floors left by chair feet (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes adhesive price tags from shoe bottoms
Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes paint from tile flooring (be sure to wipe floor clean after
using WD-40)
Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floor (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes rust stains from floors after mopping (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes stubborn temporary tattoos
Removes mascara from tile floors and mirrors (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes sticker residue from clothes (be sure to test WD-40 on low-
visibility area of garment before using WD-40)
Removes felt pen marks from floor (be sure to wipe floor clean after
using WD-40)
Removes stickers from crystal
Pre-lubricates threads on wood screws
Removes permanent ink from most items
Lubricates sunshade joints
Lubricates air nozzle of balloon pump
Lubricates adjuster button on canes
Lubricates plate holder hinges
Keeps zippers on outdoor umbrella covers from sticking
Lubricates swiveling picture hangers
Lubricates piano bench hinges
Lubricates cigarette case hinges
Lubricates hinges on refrigerator door
Lubricates piano lid hinges
Lubricates hinges on swing doors
Lubricates bird house hinges
Removes grime from grout on bathroom floor (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Lubricates shoe buckles
Makes dead bolt locks work better
Frees stuck Lego blocks
Lubricates propane tank hinges
Frees locking nut on lawn mower blade
Loosens rusted screws on outdoor barbecue
Loosens screws on toilet seats
Penetrates and loosens sticky knobs on adjustable chairs
Removes nail polish from hardwood floors (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Lubricates folding metal stool
Lubricates antique waffle iron
Frees rusted hinges on fire alarm box
Lubricates cork screws
Lubricates hinges on TV cabinet doors
Lubricates pullout handle on luggage
Penetrates and loosens locking lever on windows
Lubricates microwave oven door
Lubricates luggage zippers
Lubricates hinges on metal filing boxes
Lubricates stuck temperature regulators on refrigerators
Lubricates lock on chain securing propane tank to barbecue grill
Apply on medicine cabinet closure to prevent sticking
Lubricates locks on dog kennels
Prevents rust on patio furniture screws
Removes marking pen from glass objects
Cleans vacuum cleaner dials
Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears
Removes tile adhesive from new no-wax floor (be sure to wipe floor
clean after using WD-40)
Removes crayon from place mats
Removes glue from refrigerator
Cleans crayon off of rock walls
Cleans crayon off of rock walls
Removes Velcro stickers
Removes labels from medicine bottles
Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall
Removes crayon from plastic tables
Removes crayon from screen doors
Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table
Removes stickers from credit cards
Removes crayon from clothes dryer (make sure to unplug dryer first)
Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand
Removes glue deposits from linoleum
Removes crayon marks from glass
Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags
Removes crayon from television screen
Cleans piano keys
Cleans and protects medicine door latches
Removes crayon from walls
Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers
Removes adhesive from precious china
Keeps sewing needles from rusting
Removes crayon from chalk boards
Removes crayon from toys
Removes crayon from shoes
Removes crayon from plastic
Removes crayon from compressed wood furniture
Removes crayon from wallpaper
Lubricates screws on lawn furniture
Cleans mastic off floor tiles (be sure to wipe floor clean after
using WD-40)
Reconditions rollers in fax machines
Removes crayon from ceramic items
Keeps adhesive from building up on face cut dies
Lubricates desk locks
Eases removal of old ID stickers from computer cases
Lubricates rolodex bearings
Lubricates lock cylinders during repair
Quiets squeaky roof ventilator hinges
Lubricates heavy-duty machine screws
Lubricates track adjusting screws
Lubricates turnbuckles
Lubricates turnbuckles
Stops squeak on tape dispenser
Lubricates hole punches
Lubricates latches on electrical cabinets
Lubricates axle on rotating shoe polisher
Cleans adhesive tape residue on audio/visual cables
Lubricates hinges on skunk racing box
Lubricates cash drawer locks
Lubricates crank mechanism on pencil sharpener
Lubricates spinning magazine racks
Lubricates stuck vending machine knobs
Lubricates bass drum and high hat pedals
Lubricates tuning mechanism on scanners
Keeps office chair wheels rolling smoothly
Penetrates rusted screws on board ships
Lubricates kiln lid hinges
Loosens stuck locks on parking meters
Cleans ballast oil from tile floors (be sure to wipe floor clean
after using WD-40)
Loosens rusty hinges on mail carts
Lubricates ice chest locks
Lubricates brake levers on wheelchairs
Penetrates stuck joints on rusted light trees
Lubricates locks on money boxes on gaming tables (21, roulette,
craps, etc.)
Lubricates locking mechanisms on video drop slots
Lubricates squeaky fare box levers on city buses
Lubricates sliding battery covers for easy removal
Stops squeak of calculator tape register
Lubricates meat slicer knob
Lubricates handles on three-hole punch and prevents handles from
sticking
Frees stuck tin snips
Frees stuck lock on lock boxes
Loosens screws in watch bands to enable link removal
Lubricates vending machine locks
Cleans printer toner from unwanted places
Lubricates tape measures
Lubricates wood screws for easier installation
Removes rust from old keys
Cleans cell phone battery connections
Cleans cell phones
Removes scuff marks from luggage
Removes permanent marker from dry erase boards
Cleans gunk from phone buttons
Removes crayon from Formica
Removes adhesives from sewing machines
Lubricates safe rollers
Lubricates trunk latch
Removes liquid nails from hands
Removes stickers from guitars
Removes plastic cement from tools
Coat oyster knives to prevent rust
Removes adhesive from racquetball racket grips prior to
installation
Removes stickers from surfboards
Cleans tuner control on am/fm boat radios to get rid of static when
tuning
Lubricates folding tent pole joints
Lubricates mountain bike derailleur
Lubricates bicycle brake pad hinges
Drives moisture from a boat’s moving screws
Lubricate sections of telescoping golf ball retrievers
Removes squeaks from shin guards
Lubricates zippers on boat cushion covers
Lubricates stuck zippers on wetsuit
Lubricates folding mechanism of golf bag pull-carts
Lubricates fishing reel knobs
Stops squeaks on backpacks
Lubricates zippers on bowling bags
Loosens oar locks on rowboats
Removes adhesive from bicycle frame
Loosens screws on old bicycle bells
Cleans, protects and lubricates metal buckles on snow gear
Removes unwanted decals from bicycle frames
Lubricates fine tuner screw on stringed instruments
Lubricates folding parts of Razor scooters
Loosens zippers on sleeping bag
Lubricates tent pole twist locks
Removes stickers from arrows
Removes paint from fishing lures
Loosens football cleats for easier removal
Helps lubricate chin strap snaps on football helmets
Eases installment of rubber hand grips on home exercise equipment
Lubricates sports bag zippers
Frees rusted locks on tackle boxes
Lubricates extensions of pool cleaning pole
Lubricates coronet valves
Lubricates joints of artist’s easel
Lubricates model airplane linkages
Spray golf shoe spike threads to prevent rust from forming in
sockets
Lubricates bicycle U-locks
Cleans clogged propane nozzles
Cleans and protects adjusting screws on bicycle seats
Cleans and protects porthole dogs
Lubricates snowboard bindings
Removes ball marks from aluminum baseball bats
Cleans pool cue sticks
Cleans and protects boot buckles
Removes scuff marks from slides and climbers
Lubricates hinges on plastic coolers
Cleans and lubricates caulk holes in horse screw caulks
Lubricates window hinges on horse trailer
Cleans knife blades
Keeps fishing lures corrosion free
Removes depilatory wax from floors, counters, mirrors, etc.
Polishes fishing lures
Helps remove golf club grip tape during regripping process
Cleans golf balls
Unfreezes frozen snowshoe zippers
Spray cleats before playing in rainy weather to keep mud from
sticking
Lubricates steel zippers on camping equipment storage bags
Prevents rust on golf spikes
Lubricates golf bag zipper
Coat metal components of Christmas decorations before storage to
prevent rust
Removes corrosion on outdoor on/off switches
Polishes and shines seashells
Lubricates antique oil can levers
Removes adhesive from sunglasses
Cleans, protects and lubricates bells on antique sleighs
Lubricates stuck buttons on push-button calculators
Loosens arm and leg joints on porcelain dolls
Lubricates robot joints
Lubricates tuning gears on guitars
Lubricates landing gear on model airplanes
Lubricates hinges of birdcage doors
Stops crutches from squeaking
Lubricates bi-fold door locks
Lubricates leg brace hinges
Lubricates hinges and wheels on toy wagon
Lubricates flute joints and screws
Lubricates guitar case latches
Lubricates hinges of trick (folding) golf clubs
Lubricates screws in Christmas tree holders
Lubricates hinges on crawfish traps
Lubricates hinges on crawfish traps
Frees stuck purse latches
Loosens stuck pocket knife blades
Loosens rusty security gate hinges
Removes stickers from hummel figures
Unsticks keys on baritone horns
Lubricates walkers for easier folding
Loosens stuck screws on overhead projectors
Removes gunk from lace hoops on work boots
Lubricates latches on saxophone case
Lubricates dog nail clippers
Lubricates adjustment knob on overhead projector
Lubricates hinge on beer stein
Lubricates compact mirror hinges
Lubricates boot zippers
Spray a little on the tips of dead ball point pens to clean them
Lubricates end pins on cellos
Removes rust from dog tags
Quiets squeaky piano pedals
Lubricates school locker latches
Shines doll shoes
Cleans old coins
Cleans bobby pins
Cleans and protects shoelace eyelets
Cleans wire rims on glasses
Removes stickers on CD cases
Removes stickers from piano keys
Lubricates hinges of eyeglasses
Dissolves glues
Protects combination locks
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