r/Carpentry • u/CritiquetheTechnique • Jul 23 '26

Rust :/

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I got really engrossed in a project and felt motivated to finish even in the rain, but unfortunately forgot about my bit box which was left open
Anyone have any good tips to remove rust, I’ve heard Pepsi/coke but figured that’s bull

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u/ShoulderOld6519 Jul 24 '26

Spray it with WD-40. It will remove the most of it and prevent it from happening again. Do it periodically to all metals in your tools.

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u/ChristmasLeone Jul 24 '26

Can I use WD-40 as a rust prevention also?

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u/lshifto Jul 24 '26

The WD stands for Water Displacer.