Niwaki Clean Mate rust and sap eraser block in packaging on white background
Niwaki Clean Mate rust and sap eraser block in packaging on white background
Niwaki Clean Mate rust and sap eraser block in packaging on white background
Person applying rust and sap eraser block onto garden shears

Clean Mate Rust and Sap Eraser

$20.00
Niwaki

An incredibly useful tool for cleaning up secateurs, garden shears, and carbon steel knives, Niwaki's Clean Mate is a dense scouring block that tackles resin, rust, and other stubborn buildup on blades. Use it to keep your tools in good working order and ready for the next round of pruning and trimming in the garden. 

We also stock a smaller Clean Mate Mini that's about half the size of the Clean Mate. The mini is designed for more compact gardening tools.

    Specifications
    • 2.5" x 1.5" x 0.8"
    • made in Japan
    Use

    Add a few drops of Camellia Oil to the carbon steel blade or tool (water works fine too, but you'll want to oil the blade later anyway) then use the Clean Mate as you would an eraser. It has a fairly rough texture and might scratch polished surfaces, so we suggest testing before use.

    After removing leaf resin, rust, and gunk, dry the tool, knife, or blade with a clean cloth and then wipe with Camellia oil and store in a dry place. 
    Further Reading

    The word niwaki in Japanese means "garden tree", and it refers to the art of training trees through care, attention, and detail. Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners, chefs, and craftsmen to do the stuff they love, even better. 

    Explore our Niwaki collection for thoughtfully crafted Japanese tools designed for the home, garden, and daily life.
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