How to Use steel wool in a Sentence
steel wool
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Next, clean the end of the tubing with a piece of steel wool.
—Steve Willson, Popular Mechanics, 24 Aug. 2018
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Shards of steel wool can break off and become lodged in the grain lines.
—Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2022
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It’s made of stainless steel that feels like steel wool.
—Popular Science, 9 Jan. 2020
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But your mention of steel wool and concrete is on the right track.
—Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 1 Dec. 2019
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For a safer bet, sub out steel wool for an old toothbrush.
—Henry Robertson, Popular Mechanics, 7 Dec. 2018
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To shape the pad, use steel wool or very fine sandpaper.
—Tyghe Trimble, Popular Mechanics, 24 Apr. 2020
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Try Flitz and a rag first, before going to Flitz and fine steel wool.
—Phil Bourjaily, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2021
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Wait 10 minutes, then scrub off the rust with steel wool and soapy water.
—Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 1 Nov. 2022
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Wait 10 minutes or so, then scrub off the rust with steel wool and soapy water.
—Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 3 June 2019
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This will create a circuit and will ignite the steel wool.
—Jim Baird, Field & Stream, 28 June 2023
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Gather a 9-volt battery and some fine-grade steel wool.
—Jim Baird, Field & Stream, 28 June 2023
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If your guitar has a maple fretboard, don’t use steel wool or lemon oil at all.
—Henry Robertson, Popular Mechanics, 7 Dec. 2018
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Then wash them with dish detergent, scrubbing the clay ones with a wire brush or steel wool.
—Boston.com Real Estate, 17 Oct. 2019
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Be sure to fill all larger holes with steel wool, which mice cannot chew through, and place screens on vents and chimneys.
—Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022
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Light rust can be removed by scrubbing with 0000 steel wool and a little oil.
—David E. Petzal, Field & Stream, 29 July 2020
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Remove stubborn rust from small tools with fine steel wool.
—Cindy Daniel, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
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Use a wire brush or steel wool to work in tight spaces and remove the paint without damaging the wood.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2022
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Enamel can still scratch, so steer clear of abrasive cleaning tools like steel wool.
—Taryn Mohrman, Good Housekeeping, 23 Mar. 2023
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But the simple everyday items, like zip ties, tarps, and even steel wool are going to be more useful in the long run.
—Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 27 Nov. 2019
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Don’t use abrasive cleaners, or steel wool, which can scratch and damage the finish.
—Lynn Redmile, Good Housekeeping, 12 Oct. 2021
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Look to steel wool and scrubbing pads only when cleaning metal oven racks and grates.
—Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2023
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Seal up those holes with caulk, weatherstripping, or steel wool, which mice can't chew through.
—Adam Hadhazy, Popular Mechanics, 9 Mar. 2021
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Wash and Thoroughly Dry After the grate and grill are fully cooled, wash both using mild soap and steel wool.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2023
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When the final coat has dried at least 24 hours, buff it out with 4/0 steel wool or an extra-fine Scotchbrite pad to remove dust nibs and even out the finish.
—Neal Barrett, Popular Mechanics, 14 Nov. 2020
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But do not use anything abrasive, such as a kitchen dish scrubber, Dobie pad, or steel wool.
—Duncan Brady, Car and Driver, 28 June 2022
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Gently scrub the rust away with a nylon brush, fine steel wool scrubbing pad, or metal scouring pad.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2023
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The forest was pierced by five more temples, their crumbling roof combs reaching into clouds the color of steel wool.
—Julien Capmeil, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2020
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Use a lubricating solution like WD-40 and steel wool to remove rust from the door hinges.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2022
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Avoid steel wool or hard bristles, as these tools can damage the coating on the heating element.
—Betty Gold, Good Housekeeping, 20 Nov. 2018
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Stuff some steel wool in the engine's intake and the tailpipe, too, to prevent any visitors from setting up house inside.
—Motormouth Bob Weber, Star Tribune, 6 Nov. 2020
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