Keeping tools clean and free of rust will keep them in service for years. Learn how easy it is to get tools gleaming again by sanding them or scrubbing them with common household supplies.

How to Clean Rust Off Your Tools (and Prevent It From Coming Back) Rusty tools—especially older, well-made ones—are usually salvageable.

RUST forms around moisture when iron surfaces oxidise and can leave tools fragile and prone to damage. How do you clean rust off tools?

Tools get rusty. It's one of the things they do best. But they don't have to stay rusty. The DIY experts at Stack Exchange offer a few solutions to keep your tools gleaming clean. Photo provided ...

Neglected tools can develop rust as water and oxygen react with the metal. A wire brush should work for removing most of the rust, and sandpaper can provide a more thorough cleaning. Use an ...

Find out when and how to clean your garden tools to ensure peak performance for years to come.

It is always a good idea to keep your gardening tools clean, sharp and ready for whenever they are needed. The simple act of shoving your clippers, trowel and other ...

Find out when and how to clean your garden tools to ensure peak performance for years to come.

After cleaning off dirt and rust from your garden tools, take a few moments to sharpen edged tools like shovels and hoes with a flat file. Use a whetstone to sharpen pruning shears and other blades.