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The Story of WD-40

WD-40 (Water Displacement #40)

This truly amazing product began in the 1950's resulting from a search for a rust preventative solvent and de-greaser that would protect Missile parts. 

The WD-40 name is derived directly from the project that was to find an effective compound that could literally drive water out of  (water displacement) sensitive guidance components.

In testing the fortieth formulation in a long series of experiments, three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company finally succeeded in 1953.  WD-40 was born! 

Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you...' IT IS MADE FROM FISH OIL'.
 
 

Just a few of the amazing uses of WD-40

1) Protects silver from tarnishing.
2) Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3) Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4) Gives floors that `just-waxed` sheen without making it slippery.
5) Keeps flies off cows.
6) Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7) Removes lipstick stains.
8) Loosens stubborn zippers.
9) Untangles jewelry chains.
10) Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11) Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12) Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13) Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14) Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15) Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16) Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17) Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes
18) It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor!
19) Bug guts eat away the finish on your car. Remove them quickly with WD-40.
20) Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast ride.
21) Lubricates gear shift on lawn mowers.
22) Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
23) Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24) Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25) Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles,
26) Restores and cleans vinyl bumpers and trim.
27) Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
28) Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
29) Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles.
30) Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers, keeps them running smoothly.
31) Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
32) Removes splattered grease on stove.
33) Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
34) Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
35) Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
36) Removes all traces of duct tape.
37) Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain
38) Cleans and removes bugs from grills and bumpers.
39) Protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
40) It attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures: you will be surprised.
41) Ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
42) Remove crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.


Keep a can of WD-40 in your kitchen cabinet:

If you get a burn from the stove or oven, WD-40 will relieve the pain quickly and the burn heals with little to no scarring.

And remember, the basic ingredient of WD-40 is simple fish oil.

But heed the warnings - it contains petroleum distillates and it is under pressure.
 

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