"Malathan" wrote in message
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As I am just starting out, I don't know all the ins and outs of caring
for tools. In the past, I have just let tools sit in garage. As
result, I have found rust of a few of my tools, such as screw drivers
and pliers.

I have slowly gotten into woodworking. Slowly as in have some money
for tools OR wood, but not both. So I am at that stage of collecting
tools (the best part of woodworking, right?), and am wondering what is
the proper way of caring for tools? This includes hand tools and
power tools? What about cast iron table saw tops?


Thanks in advance,

- Clayton

Lot's of different things to consider but, for me - I use both a non silicon
wax and a product called Boeshield to protect my tablesaw, jointer, etc. I
also cover them at the end of the day and try to remove any sawdust from the
flat surface. Hand tools, generally get Boeshield or WD-40 and lightly
wiped. Everyone has their individual preferences so you should get some good
suggestions.

Good luck,

Vic