Calculate rust decay times for different building materials in Rust game. Plan your base maintenance and resource management efficiently.
| Material | Decay Start | Full Decay Time | Upkeep Cost (per hour) | Max Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Wood | 8 hours | 48 hours | 2 wood | 250 HP |
| Stone Stone | 12 hours | 72 hours | 4 stone | 500 HP |
| Metal | 24 hours | 96 hours | 3 metal frags | 1000 HP |
| HQM High Quality Metal | 48 hours | 144 hours | 1 HQM | 2000 HP |
| Armored Armored | 72 hours | 168 hours | 2 HQM | 3000 HP |
Each building material has specific decay start times and complete decay durations. Wood decays fastest, armored decays slowest.
The Tool Cupboard (TC) prevents decay by consuming resources. Keep it stocked with appropriate materials for your base.
Upkeep costs depend on building size, materials used, and number of building pieces. Larger bases cost more to maintain.
Regularly check your TC resources. Once decay starts, buildings lose health until they're destroyed.
Decay rates may vary based on server settings and time since last wipe. Official servers have standardized decay rates.
Use this calculator to plan your base size and material choices based on your available resources and playtime.
1. Decay Start: After the initial grace period (varies by material), decay begins if TC has insufficient resources.
2. Health Reduction: Buildings lose health over time until destroyed. Rate depends on material.
3. Tool Cupboard: TC must contain appropriate resources matching your building materials to prevent decay.
4. Upkeep: Resources are consumed from TC every hour. Consumption rate depends on base size and materials.
5. Repair: Damaged buildings can be repaired with appropriate resources before complete decay.