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 ...

Imagine leaving your shiny metal bicycle outside in the rain. As water pools on its surfaces, oxygen from the air lingers nearby, and together they begin to quietly attack the metal. The iron in the ...

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 ...