People only just discovering what WD-40 stands for after decades
dailyrecord.co.ukIt's the go-to product for rusty hinges, wheels and gears, but many people may not know what WD-40 actually stands for.The lubricant, which is a household name among DIY lovers, has been around for more than 70 years.
But its original purpose couldn't be further from its regular spot in the garden shed.While many use and love the product, few know what the name actually stands for.
People recently took to Reddit to find the answer, with users asking: "What does WD-40 actually stand for?" and "What is WD-40 actually used for?".Many were surprised to learn it stands for Water Displacement, 40th formula.
The name actually makes sense – it was the 40th attempt at making the formula, The Mirror reports.According to its creators, a team at Rocket Chemical Company set out to create a line of rust-prevention solvents and degreasers for use in the aerospace industry.
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