Rust on Tools

What do you recommend for removing rust from heavily-rusted hand tools? If the tools are heavily rusted we highly recommend using Evapo-Rust. Soaking your tools in the solution will remove all of the rust, while leaving the steel unharmed. Using this method is a big time saver as opposed to...

Rust on your power tools can be more than just frustrating; it can actually hurt the performance of the tool. Tools, like planers, jointers, and table saws, have carefully machined cast iron surfaces for the wood to slide along freely. Unfortunately, if cast iron is left unprotected, it...

It is much easier to protect your tools from rust than to deal with the consequences of rusty tools later. You have three main choices in protecting your tools from rust: Apply a protective coating, reduce the moisture level, or use a rust-inhibiting vapor. Protective coatingsProtective...

Woodworkers in many parts of the country fight a constant battle protecting their tools from rust. Humid conditions, contact with hands, and contact with moisture promote the formation of rust. If you can limit these conditions you may prevent or limit the formation of rust on your...

Woodworkers have long been plagued with rust problems. Almost every tool used in the woodworking shop is made of steel or iron and is prone to rusting. Woodworking shops are often located in basements, garages or in unheated buildings. These locations, with their high humidity, create ideal...

Be Good to Your Garden Tools and They’ll Be Good to You We all know how important it is to have the right tool for the job, but many of us don’t realize how important it is to take proper care of the tool so that it continues to perform at its peak. This holds true for all tools... especially...

How can I get a durable rust prevention coating for machine parts?. Boeshield T-9 is a waxy rust prevention product that offers a 6-month layer of protection for machine parts. Unlike paints, it is easily removable and is available in 12-oz. spray cans or in gallon jugs. Can...

Removing rust from a classic vehicle can be a lengthy process, but is important for the long term beauty of your vehicle. However, within this whole process sometimes we miss the details. Removing rust from nuts, bolts, and other small parts isn't as obvious as rust on the body but these...