Over time, as iron, steel, and other ferrous metals are exposed to oxygen and moisture they can undergo oxidation, a chemical reaction that eats away at the metal and rust your tools. Left long enough ...

We’ve all forgotten a tool outside only to come back later and find it dirty and rusty. The good news is you don’t have to throw those tools away and splurge on new ones. There are a few simple ways ...

Electrolysis is one of the safest and most effective ways to clean rust from historic relics. In this guide, we show how Civil War artifacts, tools, and more can be restored step by step.

Hand tools are an essential part of any DIY project. You may have gone and bought the very best ones you can find on Amazon, and now they've become an integral part of your workshop. But despite how ...

Iron and steel may be some of the strongest materials on earth, but they’re no match for the elements. Ferrous metals start to rust after only a few hours of exposure to air and water. Left unchecked, ...

You don't have to toss out bolts just because they've developed a layer of rust. In many cases, that old, corroded hardware can be brought back to life with a little patience and the right approach.

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