
Did you know that WD-40 actually stands for “Water Displacement, 40th Formula?” The common household “fix-it-all” was first created in 1953, and it was originally made to prevent rust on rockets. Now, most people use good old WD-40 to quiet squeaky hinges. But it actually has more than 2,000 uses, from loosening stuck bolts to removing crayon from walls. Here’s a look at 10 ways you could (and should) be using WD-40 around the house.