Rinse the metal item and shake dry. Dust the metal item with baking soda; the powder will cling to the damp areas. Make sure to cover all rust spots. Leave the item for an hour or so, then scour with ...

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 ...

Metal bathtubs, whether cast iron or aluminum, have a way of adding subtle elegance to your space. Plus, they are usually more durable and have higher heat retention than ceramic tubs. Unfortunately, ...

If rust has slowly started to creep on to your metal garden furniture, you're not alone. It's one of the main caveats to metal furniture and can be a real pain to deal with. But it seems people have ...

• Cut your potato in half and cover the open end with dish soap. • Use the potato like you would a scouring pad and watch the rust fade away as it reacts with the soap and potato. • Cut a lemon in ...

If you've been grappling with stubborn rust spots on your silverware, rest assured, you're not alone. Frequent trips through the dishwasher can lead to rust-covered cutlery, leaving many wondering how ...

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Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...