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Getting Rid of Unwanted Marks on Tools

By on October 30, 2015
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by Judy Ellis, Wirejewelry.com

Wire Jewelry Tip for October 30th, 2015

Getting Rid of Unwanted Marks on Tools

By Olena Bugrimenko

Today we have a very simple tip from Olena about getting rid of unwanted marks on your tools.

Olena Burgrimenko

Olena shares: “We all work with pliers and after putting our best creative and technical skills into a design it is so frustrating to see those unwanted and unintended marks! What can we do about it? Here’s a quick suggestion!”

Problem: Take a close look at your pliers. Do you see some damage on inner surface of them? Do they have any rough edges, marks or rust?

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This is an extreme case of use! Note: The Nylon Jaws on these types of pliers are replaceable – Always make sure to have a set on hand when it’s time to change them out!

 

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Nicks in cutting edges.

 

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Worn edges from use

 

Solution:  If they do, you can use an abrasive paper or steel wool to restore the finish.

Here are a few suggestions:

1. WD40 for cleaning, protecting and removing rust

2. 0000 Steel Wool for smoothing

3. 1000 Grit Sandpaper for smoothing

4. Scoth 3M Metal Finishing Pad

5. Pro-Polish Pad or similiar

6. Files for smoothing and removing nicks in metal

 

Wrap up:

I hope that you enjoyed this quick tip from Olena. Keep watching for more great tips like this from all of our contributors!

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2 Comments

  1. avatar

    Helen

    October 30, 2015 at 8:56 am

    I’m also a woodcarver so I use a small ceramic sharpening stone to remove nicks from tools. Thanks,Olena, for some good advice for taking care of our tools. Helen

  2. avatar

    Sandra

    November 2, 2015 at 8:43 am

    THANKS FOR THE LESSON HOW TO REMOVE RUST.