Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

The DU Lounge

(65,087 posts)

1. Have you tried PB Blaster?

Thu Jun 5, 2025, 01:30 AM

Jun 5

Should be available in most Lowe's/Home Depot/Target/Walmart or Amazon.

It's always been my go-to. YMMV.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

19 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

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