I use my pruning shears more than any other garden tool, and although it may seem strange to admit, I have a fondness for them. My pruning shears get used almost every time I step into my garden, and ...

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 ...

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 ...

Whether you inherited them from your parents or grandparents, or got them for a great price at a yard sale or flea market, you may have some rusty tools sitting around your home, basement, or garage ...

Try to keep tools off the ground and out of direct sunlight since this helps prevent wear on the handles. If you have to keep ...

As the colder months settle in, your garden tools deserve a little attention before they get tucked away. No one wants to start spring with rusty pruners or cracked handles. A bit of care now means ...