Many homeowners invest in hedge trimmers to keep their unruly plants and hedges in check – there is nothing more unattractive in a garden then a scraggly bush that could do with a good trim. Unfortunately, as the blades of these trimmers are made out of metal, they are known to rust when exposed to large amounts of moisture or water.
To remove the rust that has formed the blades of your hedge trimmer, you will need to begin by scrubbing off the surface corrosion. You can use a steel wool pad to do this – simply rub it along the blades in a back and forth motion that scrapes the rust off.
To remove the more ingrained rust, you will need to apply a lubricant (such as mineral oil) to the blades of your hedge trimmer, as this will soften the remaining corrosion. Wait 10 to 20 minutes, then scrub at the rust again with a steel wool pad. Once you’re finished, you will need to wipe the trimmer clean with a cloth.
If the rust has still not been entirely removed from your hedge cutters, you can make a paste by combining 2 parts table salt with 1 part lime or lemon juice. Use a paper towel to apply this paste to the rust stains on the trimmer, leaving it to sit for at least 2 hours before scrubbing once more with a steel wool pad. Use a damp cloth to remove the paste and dry the blades.
To prevent rust from re-forming on your hedge trimmer, you should ensure that the equipment is always properly stored indoors and that, if the metal blades come into contact with moisture (through rain or damp hedges, for example) that you dry them immediately.
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