Rust is the number 1 enemy of our power tools but it takes a lot of our time to make sure that it is free from it. Garage and basements is not a good place to store our tools because the humid environment is very harsh for them Just like what I have already said, keeping our power tools clean eats up our time so here's something you can do to lessen your time.

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Newly purchased power tools are always covered with cosmoline a thick waxy protective coating to protect it from rust. Before using the tool this coating should be removed and this will place your tools unprotected. There are times that the woodworkers would just wash the cosmoline entirely without thinking of its future protection .

To keep away the moisture it is advisable that our power tools are covered with protective coating . One of the less complicated thing that you can do is by purchasing commercial preventive sprays . Boeshield T-9 and the Empire Top Saver are the two most popular brands.These sprays works the same way, by applying them all over the cast iron and removing excesses carefully . This may be repeated frequently to ensure complete protection .

No matter how safely we keep our tools if these are kept without any protection it will still be eaten by rust. And we left it alone for a long time it will definitely damage the whole of it.

This is a jointer without any rust protection. The buildup of sawdust on the cast iron bed encouraged the formation of rust. Give it 2 years more and this tool will need drastic care.

An abrasive tool is what is usually used to clean these cast irons, however problem arises when the rust are in the areas impossible to be reached. Fortunately, there are products available that can make this job a lot easier and more effective.

Here comes Boeshield a rust remover that can make your chore a bit easier. If you have larger tools that are impossible for you to soak in rust solution this is the thing for you. All you need to do is spray it all over the area then let it stay for a minute then wipe. Using an abrasive tool such as steel wool will aid in removing any rust left.

After these steps the jointer will now be rust free and is ready for the second stage of rust protection . If you examine the jointer you will see rust pits that is caused by rusts that was there before cleaning. No method of rust removal can fill in a rust pit once the rust has consumed the metal.

Using these products can be harmful, since rust removals are made of acids to remove the rust fast you should be able to use some protective clothing like goggles and gloves .

Keeping your power tools rust free shouldn't be hard at all just follow the steps provided and you will be all set.