Need method to remove rust and mildew from good garden tools
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They were damaged by moisture when I thought they were safe in a thick plastic wrapping.
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Darn it! I have had that happen too with metal hand tools. I got a bucket and piyred sand in it. I added a little motor oil and the brushed the tools up and down like you're digging in the sand with them and rust came off just fine! You can also try a product called Wink for removing rust. Are the tools with mildew plastic? If so, you can try a regular mildew remover (read labels carefully) .
MN Mom
on Jan 27, 2016
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rub WD40 let sit and rinse off.
Janet Pizaro
on Jan 27, 2016
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Sos pads for the rust and bleach water for mildew then oil them.
Ann
on Jan 27, 2016
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Soak overnight in apple cider vinegar. Scrub with a Scotch pad and it will look great.
Fred
on Jan 27, 2016
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do not worry about rust and do not wrap your garden tools in plastic. I have some garden tools that are at least 50 years old or older and I do nothing for them but hang them in my garden shed. Sometimes I put them away with dirt on them, some of my tools have some rust, and I have even left the out in the rain. I would wash them down with whatever cleaner you have if they are metal or fiberglass handles but if they are wood handles I would leave them out in the sun to dry out. So from now on just keep your tools hanging, leaning, or standing out of the weather.
The Garden Frog with C Renee
on Jan 27, 2016
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I would use the vinegar and then oil with mineral oil....
Dee Lynch
on Jan 28, 2016
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never use plastic to protect metal, it create its own moisture. There is a product called OSPHO, made by Skyco Company, Spray this on the rusted metal, wait 20 -30 min. wash it off with a water hose,dry it off , spray W-D-40,to protect the metal.
Howard
on Jan 28, 2016
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Here are some great links regarding your issue, plus how to take care of and store your garden tools. http://www.remediesandherbs.com/5-natural-ways-to-remove-rust/; http://www.rodalesorganiclife.com/wellbeing/garden-tool; and http://ucanr.edu/sites/MarinMG/Marin_Master_Gardener_Help_Desk/Leaflet/Fondness_for_Old_Friends/
LD
on Jan 28, 2016
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