From creaky brass door hinges to antique silver, you can rehabilitate the metal in your home with some cheap tools and simple techniques. Steel, brass, silver and aluminum tools, looking as good as ...

Did you see in the recent news the catastrophic gas explosion that killed nine people on the island of Jersey in the English Channel? It’s early in the investigation, and the experts may not ever be ...

As hard as we try to avoid it, rust is an inevitable issue with all cars. Sometimes it is just cosmetic, but when it gets into the floors and structural metal, it is a real problem. Unfortunately, ...

Q: What can you tell me about painting rusty metal? I want a fast-and-easy method to repaint an assortment of things in my garage and shed. Do you have to remove all the rust before you paint? Are ...

Although kitchen appliances are first and foremost about functionality, they’re also part of our home decor. (Some might argue the opposite is true, but it doesn’t matter how well your fridge blends ...

Dear James: Our metal patio chairs and table have rusted badly, but still appear reasonably sound. What is the best way to remove the rust and to repaint them? — Elle S. Dear Elle: Any painted metal ...

Q:A Haitian wrought-iron sculpture has been hanging on our back porch for a few years and suffered the consequences of the weather. Once black, it is covered with rust. The countless sharp edges make ...

Rust is unsightly, damaging, and weakens the metal it affects, eventually destroying the surface. Knowing how to remove rust from metal is a useful skill that helps restore tools, furniture, and any ...