How to Clean Rust off of Concrete

Rust seems to find its way to concrete quite easily. Watering plants can leave rust stains on concrete from the rust in the tap water and it is an unsightly stain that can ruin the look of your patio or driveway. Fortunately you do not have to rent a power washer to clean rust spots. Rust can be removed from concrete with simple, natural ingredients.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Lemons
• Vinegar
• Stiff bristled brush

1. Tak a lemon and roll the lemon on a hard surface to loosen up the juice inside.

2. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice on the concrete. Allow the juice to penetrate the rust stain for at least twenty minutes.

3. Once the juice has penetrated the stain scrub it with a stiff bristled brush until the stain is gone. Rinse the area with water.

4. Repeat if necessary.

5. If the rust spot is large, you can substitute vinegar for lemon juice.

Tips & Warnings

• Tough stains may require a few treatments.
• lemon juice or vinegar can damage your foliage so use caution around your plants.