Be it a car or a bike, it is common to get it serviced. Engine oil is changed during service and often mechanics keep this old engine oil with them. You easily give away old engine oil considering it as waste, but do you know that old engine oil can be of many uses.
Let us tell you that it is not right to throw away the old engine oil of the vehicle after servicing, because it can be used for many useful purposes. Let us know how you can use it.
Old engine oil can be used as a lubricant for metal parts, such as door hinges, tools, or gates. With this the metal can be protected from rusting and the movement remains smooth.
Old engine oil can be used to protect any metal surface from rust. Especially those parts which are in the open and which can be affected by water.
If you have wooden furniture, you can apply a small amount of old engine oil on the wood and polish it. This gives the wood a shiny look and also increases its lifespan.
By applying old engine oil on the chassis of the car, it can be protected from rust. Especially on those parts where the effect of water and moisture is more.
Note that you must be careful when handling old engine oil as it may contain contaminants. Store it safely and use it only where needed.
