WD-40 490095 Multi-Use Product 18 oz Smart Straw Spray

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<h3>About WD-40: Over 70 Years of Trusted Maintenance Solutions</h3><p>Few brands in the maintenance and repair world carry the instant recognition of WD-40. <strong>Born in 1953</strong> at the Rocket Chemical Company in San Diego, the original formula was developed to protect missile components from corrosion — but it didn't stay in aerospace for long. WD-40 is now virtually a household name, used in numerous consumer and industrial markets such as automotive, manufacturing, sporting goods, aviation, hardware and home improvement, construction, and farming. That breadth of application is no accident: it reflects decades of purposeful product development and an unwavering focus on solving real-world maintenance problems.</p><h3>From One Formula to a Full Product Ecosystem</h3><p>The WD-40 substance is a petroleum-based lubricant, moisture retardant, and rust preventative. That deceptively simple description understates just how many jobs the formula can handle. WD-40 Multi-Use Product offers one formula with five core functions: it lubricates, penetrates, protects, removes, and displaces moisture. The iconic blue-and-yellow can — with its signature red straw — has logged an official list of more than 2,000 documented uses, ranging from freeing seized bolts to protecting power tools stored over winter.</p><p>The brand didn't stop there. WD-40 introduced the WD-40 Specialist line, a range of best-in-class specialty products geared toward trade professionals, with an initial lineup that included a Water Resistant Silicone Lubricant, Protective White Lithium Grease, and a Rust Release Penetrant Spray featuring Blu Torch&trade; Technology — a proprietary blend of synthetic additives. The Specialist line later expanded to include a Rust Remover Soak, Long-Term Corrosion Inhibitor, Dirt &amp; Dust Resistant Dry Lube, Machine &amp; Engine Degreaser, and Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray.</p><h3>WD-40 Products for the Garage and Workshop</h3><p>For automotive enthusiasts and professionals alike, WD-40 covers the most common and most stubborn maintenance challenges. The flagship <a href="/1880-wd-40-multi-purpose-lubricant-19511">Multi Purpose Lubricant</a> is the go-to for squeaks, stuck components, and everyday corrosion protection. When rust has truly locked things down, the <a href="/1880-wd-40-penetrating-oil-14595">Penetrating Oil</a> from the Specialist line brings targeted, fast-acting penetration power to frozen nuts, bolts, and threads. The WD-40 Specialist Penetrant is specifically designed to deal with rusted bolts, nuts, and threads that have seized in place.</p><p>Where rubber and vinyl surfaces are involved — window tracks, hoses, cables, and seals — <a href="/1880-wd-40-silicone-lubricants-200954">Silicone Lubricants</a> from the Specialist line shine. The WD-40 Specialist Water Resistant Silicone is perfect for waterproofing, lubricating, or protecting against rust, working safely on both metal and non-metal surfaces while drying clear without leaving stains or attracting dirt. For longer-term protection, WD-40&apos;s <a href="/1880-wd-40-rust-and-corrosion-inhibitor-19514">Rust and Corrosion Inhibitor</a> products lay down a protective barrier that keeps moisture and oxidation at bay. WD-40 Specialist Corrosion Inhibitor is designed specifically to keep metal surfaces corrosion-free over extended periods. Rounding out the lineup, the brand&apos;s <a href="/200984-specialty-cleaners-wd-40-1880">Specialty Cleaners</a> tackle grease, grime, and residue that standard solvents leave behind, including dedicated electrical contact cleaners and industrial-strength degreasers.</p><h3>Why Mechanics and DIYers Rely on WD-40</h3><p>WD-40 is used in over 75 percent of American households and is ranked in the top three percent of all brands in consumer awareness. That trust comes from consistency — the core formula has remained reliably effective for more than seven decades, while the Specialist line has given professionals the targeted tools they need for more demanding jobs. Whether you&apos;re wrenching in a professional shop, tackling a weekend project, or maintaining equipment in the field, WD-40 has a product built for the task.</p>