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11. Soak the tool overnight in a mixture of 50% vinegar and 50% water.

Thu Jun 5, 2025, 06:34 AM

Jun 5

Then use steel wool in circular motion. After removing rust, spray the tool with WD40.

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Q. How do I restore a large garden shears that has totally rusted shut? [View all] Grasswire2 Jun 5 OP

Have you tried PB Blaster? flvegan Jun 5 #1

I'll keep it in mind. Grasswire2 Jun 5 #4

A hammer, most likely dpibel Jun 5 #2

what would I polish it wth? Grasswire2 Jun 5 #5

Sandpaper dpibel Jun 5 #9

thanks! nt Grasswire2 Jun 6 #17

Vinegar, strangely enough, removes rust. Try soaking a paper towel fierywoman Jun 5 #3

will test that out. Grasswire2 Jun 5 #6

I think a better idea.... lastlib Jun 6 #15

you kinda' got yourself a problem. stopdiggin Jun 5 #7

heck no Grasswire2 Jun 5 #8

This message was self-deleted by its author sl8 Jun 5 #12

good hint about the eye protection! nt Grasswire2 Jun 7 #19

Kroil Earl_from_PA Jun 5 #13

This is what you want: LuckyCharms Jun 5 #14

thanks for the tip Grasswire2 Jun 7 #18

Coca-Cola removes rust. 3catwoman3 Jun 6 #16