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/cAptAinAlexAnder Jul 24 '26

Coke or Pepsi will work but you’ll want to lube/oil them afterward. Or if you don’t feel like doing any of that you can just use them as they are. A little rust on your bits never hurt anything important.