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Ditch regular WD-40: There's a smarter way to fix your squeaky door hinge

The main purpose of WD-40 isn't ideal for squeaky doors, but this alternative works because it enables hinges to slide easily ...
Jalopnik

WD-40 Was Invented To Stop Missiles From Rusting

I'm pretty sure that there isn't a Jalopnik reader out there who doesn't have a can of WD-40 kicking around their house or garage somewhere. While using this wonder liquid to loosen a seized bolt, ...

Want To Keep Your Mower Deck From Rusting? This May Be A Solution

Are you tired of scraping clumped grass and fighting corrosion? Discover the simple aerosol spray that protects your mower ...
San Diego Union-Tribune

WD-40: Rust free after 60 years

Sixty years ago, in a small building on Napa Street near Morena Boulevard, three scientists experimented with a rust-prevention solvent to protect the outer skin of the Atlas Missile. They failed 39 ...
Lifehacker

12 Clever Things You Never Knew WD-40 Could Do

Originally created as a rust-prevention solvent for use in the aerospace industry, WD-40 has become the go-to product for your home’s squeaky door hinges and stuck bike chains (Which can be counter ...
Jalopnik

The History Of WD-40 Is Stranger Than You Think And No This Isn't Sponsored Content I Just Thought It Was Weird

First off, let me be clear that while, yes, I am talking about WD-40, a commercially available product, I in no way care if you buy it or not. This is not sponsored content, and I have no dog in this ...
Indiatimes

In 1953, Norm Larsen failed 39 times to prepare a rust-prevention spray for Atlas missiles and his final attempt led to WD-40

TOI Science Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 11, 2026, 16:10 IST ...