WD-40: Your Home's Ultimate Multi-Use Marvel

WD-40's signature function is lubricating creaky hinges. Spray it on a squeaking door hinge, drawer, or otherwise to make opening and closing it go smoother, and quieter. If the problem at hand is that the hinge is caked with dirt or dust, WD-40 can fix that, too.

Duct tape, stickers, labels, and stepped-on gum are no match for WD-40. Spritz on some to de-gunk any sticky residues or make it easier to detach something that has been stuck on.

Grease stains can normally be a nightmare to remove, but WD-40 makes cleaning up these messes almost too easy — it also works well on things that have a waxy substance, like crayon and lipstick.

Spray on WD-40 to remove dirt and grime from lawn and gardening tools. It will also work to prevent rusting, and it's safe for any type of garden tool because it evaporates quickly, so you don't have to worry about it hindering plants.

WD-40 can revive metal that has begun to mildew — a common problem at the bottom of a refrigerator, where other cleaners often fail to do the trick.

Spray WD-40 on your pipes as a protective coat that can help prevent a pipe from bursting. In winter, it can also help pipes avoid freezing by dispersing any moisture that builds up there.

WD-40 will also drive away wasps, snails, and slugs — it contains mineral oils, which are known to repel insects. Spraying it around a potted plant keeps bugs from coming to that area.

Artificial plants may benefit from WD-40's charms, too. Spritz on just a little and polish with a rag or cloth to make the leaves of artificial plants shine, giving them the illusion of being real.

Outdoor furniture rusting is a tale as old as time. Coat iron pieces with WD-40 to get ahead of the rust and maintain the comfort of your outdoor living areas.

Ceramic tile, marble, and linoleum surfaces are beautiful, but homeowners may avoid them due to fears of chips and scratches. WD-40 can't completely fix or prevent these things from happening, but it can camouflage the look of any scratches so you can show off your floors and countertops worry-free.

Similarly to how it works on door hinges, WD-40 can also come in handy for lubricating nuts, bolts, as well as screws and nails that need to be removed. In addition to greasing up the parts to make them easier to pry out, the product will also tackle any rust keeping these pieces in place.

WD-40 can also protect heirloom candlesticks and picture frames from tarnishing. Don't put WD-40 on anything that will come into direct contact with food, though — silverware and silver serving platters can't be helped by WD-40.

This product has proved to be a lifesaver all over the house and into the lawn, too. Both inside and out, WD-40 can be used to deep clean your car. Use it before scrubbing the exterior to melt away dirt and grime, then spray it inside, especially if you have leather seats, to make the interior look good as new.