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How to Revive Rusted Iron Furniture

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Whether it's cast or wrought, iron ranks among the most popular materials for outdoor furniture. It does have one major flaw, though: If you're not careful, it can rust. With this method, you can make your furniture look like new again.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Kerosene
Car Wax
Soft Cloth
Absorbent Towel
Fine-grade Steel Wool (No. 000 Or 0000)
Rust-inhibiting Primer
Rust-resistant Spray Paint
Fine-grit Sandpaper

Step1

Rub the rusted sections with kerosene, and scour with fine-grade steel wool until you reach bare metal. For persistent spots, reapply the kerosene and leave it on long enough to loosen the rust.

Step2

Sand the edges of the bare spots to make a smooth transition between them and the surrounding painted sections.

Step3

Rinse the piece to remove all dust, and wipe it with an absorbent towel. Let the piece sit until it's thoroughly dry.

Step4

Spray with a rust-inhibiting primer, according to the product's instructions. Follow with a rust-resistant spray paint.

Step5

Allow the paint to dry for a day or two. Then, using a soft cloth, rub the piece of furniture with car wax.

Tips & Warnings

Once a year, wipe down iron with white vinegar (no need to rinse) and follow with a coat of car wax.

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taraheat said

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on 5/22/2007 I recommend using a Rust Converter product. I've previously used one that's available at The Rust Store.
http://www.theruststore.com/Rust-Converters-C10.aspx