Removing Rust From Tools

Remove rust from garden tools with steel wool dipped in kerosene or turpentine. Then oil the tools lightly to prevent the rust from forming again.

Source: My grandparents did this.

By duckie-do from Cortez, CO

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By 09/30/2010

Steelwool, or even the plastic pan-scourers are good. In Britain, it gets called "Scotchbrite" even if they're another brand. Don't use kerosene, petrol, or any other solvents unless you wear latex/rubber gloves. Solvents and fuels won't do your hands any good.

After cleaning, a wipe down with an oily cloth is good, again, wear gloves.

By 09/30/2010

Not sure if I want to use kerosene, how about just steel wool? Will that do it?