WD-40 Company

06/16/2024 | Press release | Archived content

Top 4 Creative Uses for WD 40® Multi Use Product This Summer

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes a host of activities, projects, and adventures. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, skilled worker, or someone who loves to live life hands on, WD-40® Multi-Use Product is your trusty companion. Building on the excitement of the 2024 Repair Challenge, we're here to share some creative ways you can use the Original WD-40 formula this summer. Let's dive in and explore how this versatile solution can make your summer projects smooth, efficient, and fun.

1. Tune Up Your Bike

Summer is the perfect time to hit the trails and enjoy some biking adventures. Whether you're a casual rider or a mountain biking thrill seeker, keeping your bike in prime condition is essential for a safe and enjoyable ride. WD-40 Multi-Use Product is perfect for this task. It can be used to:

With your bike in top shape, you're ready to explore new trails and enjoy the great outdoors.

2. Maintain Your Grill

Summer and grilling go hand in hand. To ensure your grill is ready for those backyard barbecues, WD-40 Multi-Use Product can be a game-changer. Here's how:

  • Prepare the grates: get rid of stuck-on food and grease
  • Resist rust: Apply a thin layer to protect metal parts from rust and corrosion
  • Lubricate hinges, wheels, and other moving parts

By keeping your grill in excellent condition, you can enjoy seamless and delicious cookouts all summer long.

3. Protect Garden Tools

Gardening is a favorite summer activity, but it can take a toll on your tools. WD-40 Multi-Use Product can help extend the life of your garden tools and make them easier to use:

  • Spray tools after use to prevent rust
  • Break down sap and sticky spots
  • Keep pruners and shears working smoothly

With well-maintained tools, your garden will flourish and your efforts will be more rewarding. Here's a smart idea: keep a can of WD-40 Smart Straw® in the tool shed as a reminder!

4. Fix Squeaky Doors and Windows

Summer heat can cause doors and windows to expand, leading to squeaks and sticking issues. WD-40 Multi-Use Product offers a simple and effective solution:

  • Apply on hinges to eliminate annoying squeaks
  • Spray sliding doors and windows for smooth gliding (also try WD-40 Specialist Silicone)
  • Protect metal parts of doors and windows from rusting in the summer humidity

By keeping doors and windows in good working order, you ensure a peaceful and comfortable home environment.

The 2024 Repair Challenge

Want to participate in the 2024 Repair Challenge? The incredible versatility of WD-40 Multi-Use Product allows it to add value to many kinds of restoration projects. Use it to give new life to an old grill, bring a dusty bike out of retirement, revitalize rusted and forgotten garden tools, or any other summer project that needs your attention. Simply capture a video or photos of your efforts and submit your story on the contest website:

https://repair.wd40.com/

Did we mention? Entries for the contest have a chance of winning up to $5,000! Get yours in before too long - the contest runs until July 29th, 2024. Grab a can of the Original WD-40 formula, harness your creative spirit, and share what's going on with your own summer projects!

Summer comes with a host of projects and adventures. DIY enthusiasts, skilled workers, and people who like to live life hands on use WD-40® Multi-Use Product to solve problems and find solutions. Here are 4 creative uses for the Original WD-40 formula this summer. Choose a project and enter the 2024 Repair Challenge.