WD-40 Is Selling Out All Over Colorado Right Now. Here’s Why

WD-40 is one of the most useful things ever invented. Where would Colorado be if we didn't have 'Water Displacement, 40th attempt?' It turned out to be so useful for so many things that the 'Rocket Chemical Company' never secured a patent because getting one meant having to share their secret formula.

Read More: 10 Inventions Made In Colorado That You Might Not Have Known

From mid-September to early November, WD-40 can become hard to find. In addition to its many household uses, WD-40 can also extend the life of your perfectly carved pumpkin this Halloween season.

Get our free mobile app

Is WD-40 Hard To Find In Colorado?

We might as well call it Old Faithful. The 12 oz spray can of multi-purpose lubricant known as WD-40. Applying a healthy layer of WD-40 to your pumpkin will help it last twice as long compared to one that is just left to sit on the front porch night after night. At just under $8 a can, it flies off the shelves once people start buying pumpkins in September. You should wait at least 24 hours after treating a pumpkin with WD-40 before putting a candle inside.

What Else Works On Pumpkins?

What can you do if the store in Grand Junction runs out of WD-40? While waiting for restocks, try applying petroleum jelly to protect the edges of your pumpkin. Another option is to spray the pumpkin with hair spray every few days. However, be aware that some hairsprays are flammable, so avoid using them on pumpkins you plan to light with a candle. The same goes for vegetable oil.

Read More: 35 Pumpkin Colors You Need to Try Instead of Boring Orange

Watch Out For Wildlife

Do you live in an area with deer and other wildlife that visit your yard regularly? If you do, I recommend against using WD-40 on your pumpkins. Animals that eat pumpkins coated in WD-40 can get sick, others will get very sick.