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Garden tools; I use mine all the time. If you do to, I have some tips to keep yours in tip, top shape.

1. Don't pile tools in the garage or shed, first off, they could fall and hurt someone, plus it will damage them too.

2. Hang all tools so that their sharp edges are secure so no one gets caught on them.

3. Make sure that you clean excess mud and dirt off your tools after each use. Don't be tempted to scrape the mud off of one tool with another tool or you'll end up dulling them both. Instead keep a sturdy brush by the door of your garage or shed, brush the dirt off and put the tools away.

4. If you're storing them for an extended period of time spritz a little penetrating oil or cooking spray on them to prevent rusting.

5. Always check your tools for damage after you use them. Use a sanding sponge to smooth burrs on wooden handles. Tighten or replace loose screws and nuts, and sharpen blades when they get dull.

6. Small cutting tools like pruning shears can be sharpened by cutting through a piece of fine sandpaper several times. For tools with larger blades, secure the open blade in a vice and push a file across the factory bevel working one way in the direction of the bevel.

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