Everyone has a can (or two) of WD-40 lubricant lying around their house. Maybe in a toolbox, the garage, or hidden inside a drawer. We all know it’s good at getting the job done it has been advertised to do, like loosening hinges, preventing rust, and freeing up tight screws. But as any good handyman would tell you, you should always have a can at hand. If you think outside the box, you will be surprised to find out that WD-40 is helpful in many more activities inside and outside your house. So, go to your garage, open up your toolbox, grab your can, and discover these surprising ways to use WD-40!

Your discs won’t skip a beat

It may not be the preferred way of listening to music nowadays, but more and more people are returning to this format because of their devotion to sound and the vintage feeling. One challenge everyone faces with vinyl discs is their fragility and maintenance. If you don’t take care of them, their quality will be compromised.

If your record begins to jump in certain sections, fear not. This is where WD-40 comes in handy. Spray a little on a piece of cloth and gently spread it around the disc, and it will help the record play smoothly.