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 ...

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.

Rust is a common household enemy, rearing its ugly orange-brown head anywhere from the kitchen utensil drawer to the workshop tool chest. Although it poses no health risks on its own, anyone looking ...

While we might try our hardest to always keep our tools clean and dry, they may still battle rust. When your prevention methods fail, common wisdom might be to toss out the damaged tools—and sometimes ...

Rust is unsightly, damaging, and weakens the metal it affects, eventually destroying the surface. Knowing how to remove rust from metal is a useful skill that helps restore tools, furniture, and any ...

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 ...

Rust occurs when the iron in metal tools reacts with oxygen and moisture. The best way to prevent rust issues is to clean tools regularly, oil metal blades, and store tools in a dry location. If rust ...

Cleaning rust, using penetrating oil, and adding patience help loosen bolts safely without stripping or damaging the hardware. Using the right tools, slow pressure, and controlled heat reduces ...