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 ...

Whether you inherited them from your parents or grandparents, or got them for a great price at a yard sale or flea market, you may have some rusty tools sitting around your home, basement, or garage ...

Find out when and how to clean your garden tools to ensure peak performance for years to come. Garden tools can sustain a lot ...

Preventing pruning shears and other garden tools from rusting is an essential fall task that helps to ensure their longevity ...

For basic cleaning of gardening tools, use warm soapy water. This method works well for removing dirt and sap from surfaces.

A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the importance of sharpening cutting tools before doing any pruning. But there’s more than just sharpening blades to keep cutting tools in tip-top condition.

With sustained use, hand tools are bound to get dirty no matter how hard you try to avoid it. Whether they're used for construction, auto repair work, or any other type of labor, it's a certainty that ...

The way you care for your tools in the fall can impact how well they perform in spring. Batteries and engines need special attention to survive the season without losing power or performance. Storing ...