WD-40 is often thought of as a must-have inclusion in any toolbox, but can it be used to remove rust safely from your hand tools and power tools?

Sixty years ago, in a small building on Napa Street near Morena Boulevard, three scientists experimented with a rust-prevention solvent to protect the outer skin of the Atlas Missile. They failed 39 ...

Everybody knows WD-40 is the go-to product for silencing squeaks, displacing moisture, preventing rust, and loosening stuck parts. You probably have a can sitting in your garage right now. It has a ...

WD-40 has countless uses for auto repair and around your home, but can it substitute for dielectric grease as a protective ...

The year is 1953. Rocket Chemical, a struggling company in San Diego, sets out to create a rust-preventive solvent that can displace water. On the 40th attempt (note: 39 failures), they nailed it.

WD-40 Company traces its roots back to 1953 when a small team in San Diego, California, embarked on a mission to create a line of rust-prevention solvents and degreasers for the aerospace industry.

WD-40 has been a staple in many American households for decades, thanks to its versatility. In addition to being an effective lubricant, it can also protect metal from rust and corrosion, cut through ...