How do you know which garden tools need some TLC? The simple answer is any tool that has nuts & bolts, screws, blades or chains will need some cleaning and sharpening. This includes, lawn mowers, hedge shears, pruners, loppers, axes and more.
Here are 5 easy steps to clean and sharpen your garden tools:
- Clean - Fiskars tools have low-friction coating that helps prevent rust and buildup of sap and other substances. This coating makes cleaning your tools a simple task. Soap and water will effectively remove garden dirt and debris.
- Dry - this step is very important: ensure all tools are thoroughly dried after cleaning them with soap and water to prevent moisture build-up which can cause tools to rust.
- Sharpen - sharpening the blades of your tools each season will ensure longevity and efficiency. Flat files are excellent for sharpening the blades on Fiskars tools - and when sharpening, be sure to do so at the same angle as the blade. Axes and knives can be sharpened using the XSharp Axe and Knife Sharpener
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Oil - joints and blades can be sprayed or wiped down with a product like WD40 or similar to keep things moving as they should and add an extra layer of protection against rust. Be sure to check your product manual for information on which parts of your tools should be oiled.
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Tighten - check bolts and screws for tension and tighten as necessery.
