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on 10/19/2007 Good Stuff! See also: http://www.ehow.com/how_2070848_overwinter-plants-greenhouse.html
on 11/22/2005 I have a galvanized tub filled with sand that has some waste oil added. I stick my shovels, spades, and forks in it and move them up and down. The abrasiveness of the sand removes some rust and dirt. The oil helps protect the surface. A bunch of tools can be stored in a relatively small surface area in my garage, rather than taking up wall space by hanging them. Plus, no tools get knocked off the wall accidentally.
on 11/22/2005 In a container such as a dishpan, put in sand mixed with oil (used motor oil works well). Fill contain 2/3rds of the way full. After cleaning off your tools (trowels, clippers, etc) plunge them into to the oily sand. Clippers should be in the open position.You will find your tools clean and sharp by next spring. I also keep my hand tools year-round in the sand mixture, for it cleans and protects the metal surfaces.
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