Keeping tools clean and free of rust will keep them in service for years. Learn how easy it is to get tools gleaming again by sanding them or scrubbing them with common household supplies.

If you don’t want to use chemicals and you also want to remove the paint along with the rust, use a power tool like a grinder, sander, oscillating tool or drill to remove rust from metal tools.

Give it a soak Again, start by washing your tools in warm, soapy water to remove grease and loose dirt and debris. Then, get a bucket or basin large enough to fit your tools.

You can remove rust corrosion from metal objects without damaging the surface. This expert-recommended DIY method calls for vinegar, salt, and baking soda.

But if you really want to get crafty, pull rust from your tools using electrolysis. Check out ToolNut's step-by-step instructions on how to make a DIY electrolyzer for about $40 at instructables.com.

If you’re struggled with rust spots on your silverware, you're not alone! Here are a few tips for easily removing and preventing rust on silverware.

Those bigger tools are necessary for holes (aka “penetrating” rust), which we’ll come back to in a future guide. Here’s how to get rid of surface rust from your car’s exterior: ...

You can remove rust corrosion from metal objects without damaging the surface. This expert-recommended DIY method calls for vinegar, salt, and baking soda.