Occasionally, we want to take the family out of the house for a breath of fresh air and extra-ordinary fun. One of the most common outdoor activities which truly bring excitement to the whole family is a campout. All you need is a tent and lots of food then you’re off to go wherever you’re headed to. Wherever you go – whether in the mountainside or by the beach – it is always advisable that you bring pocket knives for your convenience and immediate needs. Since pocket knives are seldom used, they become very prone to rusting. Here are tips to remove rust from your pocket knives before hiking in the woods or camping with the kids.

1. First, you need to use a soft cloth or a soft-bristled toothbrush to remove dirt or any residue from your pocket knife. When doing so, you may use light weight oil for your lubricant. Avoid using water. Water encourages further rust.
2. To remove rust from your pocket knife, apply a coat of oil then allow the knife to set for several days. Make sure that you wipe the knife afterwards using a soft and clean cloth. In cases where rust persists, you may also use your favorite rust remover for a more thorough removal. Another alternative is scraping the rust spots with a sharp and clean knife. Just be extra careful when removing the rust. Make sure that you leave the original blade undamaged.
3. Once again, with a soft cloth, apply another coat of oil. Wipe off the excess oil then leave another thin coat for protection of the blade.
4. You may also try a very easy old home remedy. All you need is a raw potato. Simply insert the blade of the knife into the potato and let it set overnight. After doing so, remove the knife and keep it clean using a tooth brush and a soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly afterwards.
5. Another way to clean the blade and dissolve rust is by using lemon juice. The juice loosens the rust and makes it easier to remover. Allow the knife to set for over 15 minutes with the blade wrapped in a cloth. Cleanly scrub afterwards then dry.

With these easy five rust removal tips, you are sure to have a lot of outdoor fun and playtime with your family!

You don’t need to own the latest car models which you see in car magazines to drive a brand new and luxurious looking vehicle everyday. Here are very easy and very simple tips to help you remove rust from your car and keep it looking fancy and shiny all the time.

1. Start the process by wiping the rust area with a clean cloth. After doing so, scrape the loose paint then use a sand paper to rub the rust spot until you see the sound area of the original paint.
2. After you have cleaned off the dust, you may apply your favorite rust remover by thoroughly wiping the rust spot with a soft cloth. If you do not have your rust remover handy, you may use a fine paint brush to remove the dust from the spot.
3. Smooth on a layer of cellulose stopper using an old knife. Do this process very carefully in order to smoothen the affected area without leaving any excess rust particles. You may also use a medium grade sand paper to smoothen the affected surface until it completely looks like the surrounding area.
4. Remember to shake thoroughly your touch up paint. You may stir it using a piece of thin wire. Afterwards, apply the paint quickly and smoothly. Make sure that you thoroughly overlap the paint onto the existing pain work then apply a second coat after 24 hours.
5. When you’re searching for the perfect color match, the technique is to look under the car’s bonnet and look for the identification plate. In it, a trim code or a section marked paint will be found. Take note of this number when you head for the repair shop. Most repair shops have a color chart which this color corresponds to and this will give you the exact color which matches your original paint.

When doing your rust removal process, bear in mind that there are two areas in your car which are most vulnerable to rusting. These are the portion behind the wheels and the area lips of the wheel arches. To prevent rusting in these areas, always invest in good mud flaps.

You are sure to keep driving a brand-new looking car with these easy rust removal tips!