Atom-level simulations reveal the reason iron rusts in supposedly 'inert' supercritical carbon dioxide fluid. Trace amounts of water can cause a reaction at the interface between iron and the fluid, ...

We're all trying to reduce our consumption and invest in pieces that last. There are few things with more staying power than that of a well-cared-for cast iron pan. Emphasis on "well cared for," which ...

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

Wrought iron fences are usually more expensive than other gates, and it's for a good reason. They are beautiful, durable, and could last a lifetime with adequate care. It's a type of fencing that ...

Iron is well-known for rusting, but this doesn't just happen on contact with oxygen and water. Some bacteria are also able to able to decompose iron anaerobically in a process referred to as ...

Cast iron pans are one of the most versatile cooking instruments. They can handle anything from frying chicken to searing a juicy steak — you can even use a cast iron skillet to bake your next ...

Say you've inherited your grandma's cast iron skillet or happen upon a vintage piece at a garage sale. It's impossible not to ...