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 ...

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

Rusty tools can be unsightly, inefficient, and prone to breakage. Most tools have components that are made of steel and it's a plain and simple fact that the scourge of corrosion will eventually claim ...

Preventing pruning shears and other garden tools from rusting is an essential fall task that helps to ensure their longevity and good performance. Some of my most precious gardening tools were handed ...

If you've been grappling with stubborn rust spots on your silverware, rest assured, you're not alone. Frequent trips through the dishwasher can lead to rust-covered cutlery, leaving many wondering how ...

Even the most fastidious among us sometimes neglect our home and garden tools. Whether it's the hastily set down trowel that lies forgotten all winter, or the plumber's wrench that never got that ...

If you love searching for treasures with a metal detector, you should know how to clean your finds properly. We break down the different methods and tools used in cleaning found metal, like an ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? If you love tools, you’ve probably experienced the odd, magnetic power that old, ...