How to Remove Rust on Cast Iron Cookware
If you are the proud owner of cast iron cookware that has become an ugly rust covered sat iron skillet, or maybe it is a cast iron grill pan or maybe it is a cast iron griddle?? Can't tell through all of the rust? The best way to avoid your cast iron cookware from rusting is to use it and use it frequently. Cast iron cookware can rust easily if the seasoning has worn off, it was left wet or it has been sitting unused for a long period of time. Even if you found Grandma's cast iron cookware in the attic and it looks as if you will never be able to use it again, think again. Your cast iron cookware can probably be restored regardless if it has only a little rust or if it is covered in rust. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Cut a potato in half. Generously sprinkle salt over the surface of the cast iron cookware. Use the potato to scrub the salt into the cast iron surface to remove the rust.
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Use a fine grit sand paper to sand the rust off of your cast iron cookware. Do not use a rough grit sand paper because you can damage the cast iron cookware surface.
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Use steel wool to scrub the rust out of your cast iron cookware.
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Use a brass wire brush like the type you use for an outdoor grill to scrub the rust out off of your cast iron cookware.
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Take your cast iron cookware to a machine shop and have them grind it down for you.
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Tips & Warnings
As soon as the rust has been removed from your cast iron cookware, wash, dry thoroughly and most importantly, season it immediately.
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Comments
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Anonymous
Aug 26, 2011
Evapo-Rust works well on cast iron pots as well as grill parts, and it is non-toxic. Just dip your pot, wait, and rinse. Evapo-Rust does all the work for you as well as being safe on your skin! -
Naval Jelly works pretty well too. It's poisonous and very corrosive, so use according to instructions, wear gloves, and wash the pan thoroughly after removing the rust and re-seasoning.
