Drivers are realising household item removes scratches & is 50% off at Tesco

DRIVERS are just realising there’s a cheap household staple which removes scratches in seconds – and it’s 50 per cent off at Tesco.

WD-40 stops squeaks, loosens rusted parts, frees sticky mechanisms – but it also hides shallow scratches on cars.

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The rust prevention spray, which has more than 2,000 uses, was first created in 1953 and is now a household name.

It was the creation of a chemist called Norm Larsen, who worked in a small lab in San Deigo, California.

After finally perfecting the formula in 1953, the product was made available across America, hitting shelves in 1958.

Today it’s available in 187 countries worldwide and is a popular choice amongst keen DIYers.

It is known to have five key uses – to lubricate, penetrate, protect against rust, remove grime and grease, and displace moisture.

But now the RAC has revealed WD-40 can remove scratches by helping to “dissolve the top layer of paint”.

The automotive services company, however, says it should not be used as a “primary scratch remover” and will not work for deep scratches.

The RAC website reads: “Simply spray the WD-40 onto the scratched area and use a soft, clean cloth to buff it in circles.

“You should then use a wax or polish to protect the area and help the paint blend in with the rest of the car.”

You can grab one of the blue and yellow 250ML cans for just £3.85 at Tesco with your clubcard until July 12.

It comes after it was revealed that WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, 40th formula.

Drivers have also been left stunned by a cheap hack that involves using toothpaste to get rid of everyday marks from your car’s paintwork.