Prevent Rust On Mower Blades With An Easy Solution From Amazon

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You probably already know that properly maintaining your lawn mower involves doing things like keeping your lawn mower blades at the right sharpness level and regularly changing the oil. Additionally, regularly cleaning the blade is crucial. The same conditions that can cause the deck to rust (wet grass and dirt buildup) can shorten the lifespan of the attached metal blade. You can use water, soap, and a scrubber to remove dirt and debris from the blade. Regularly cleaning the blade with water and nothing else, though, may also lead to early rust formation. New blades often have a thin layer of paint to prevent rust, but it quickly wears away during mowing. For extra protection after cleaning, you can apply oil to the blade to reduce the risk of rust formation. One highly rated protective oil made specifically to prevent rust on metal blades is available at Amazon with STA-BIL Blade Guard ($11 for 12 ounces).

The STA-BIL liquid offers a few advantages, including its ability to work on many different kinds of metal blades (not just mowers). It also has a formula that clings to the metal, reducing mess and making it more effective in preventing rust. It's a popular product among Amazon customer reviewers, as about 96% of them give it either four or five stars.

Applying rust-prevention oil to mower blades is one of the overlooked lawn mower maintenance tasks that many people forget to do or simply avoid because of the potential for making a mess. It's easy to use too much oil, forcing you to wipe away the extra liquid to keep it from dripping on your garage floor or the grass. Some penetrating oil products need to sit on the metal for a while, increasing the chance of drips. Other potential solutions, like WD-40 or olive oil, can also be messy to use on a mower blade.

One of the advantages of using the STA-BIL oil is that it has a sticky consistency, allowing it to cling to the blade and minimizing drips. "I apply this after every use," one Amazon customer reviewer said. "The oil is tacky and somewhat thick, which helps it adhere to the blades or whatever you're putting it on." One reviewer compared the consistency to pancake syrup, while another said it had a thickness similar to honey. The thickness of the STA-BIL oil gives it an advantage over other lubricating oils, according to one reviewer, because it stays on the blades longer than thinner-consistency blade oil products.

Customer reviewers at Amazon say applying the STA-BIL blade oil helps the lawn mower run smoother, thanks to its lubrication properties. Although you can also improve the performance of the mower blade by regularly cleaning it to remove grass and dirt, the STA-BIL oil provides another layer of protection. One Amazon customer reviewer said using the STA-BIL oil even fixed a worrisome problem with the mower. "I use a rotary mower, and it started making loud noises. I put some of this on and it honestly worked instantly," the reviewer said.

Several reviewers appreciate that they can use the STA-BIL oil to clean many different kinds of gardening tools used in yards or gardens. Beyond lawn mowers, you can use it on hedge trimmers, chainsaws, pruners, axes, and other tools. "I've found so many [uses] for this among my tools and gardening tools. It does a great job at lubricating as well as protecting from rust," one reviewer said. Another reviewer said the STA-BIL oil even works on older tool blades that haven't been cleaned in a while, removing stubborn existing debris.