How to Use Household Products for Rust Removal on a Sword

A sword can become rusty if it is not properly maintained. The metal's exposure to moisture results in rust forming. If not treated the rust continues to spread, causing rust holes. This seriously damages the sword. There are many effective but toxic rust removers on the market. As more people look for ways to clean without using harsh chemicals, a wealth of home remedies are springing up that remove rust and clean all types of objects, including swords.

Things You'll Need

• Scrubbing pad or steel wool pad
• Table salt
• Lime juice
• Paper towels
• Mineral oil

Instructions

1. Scrub off the rust from the sword using a kitchen scrubbing pad or a steel wool pad.

2. Pour 1 part table salt and 2 parts lime juice into a bowl. The salt has an abrasive action on the sword. The citric acid in the lime juice helps to dissolve the rust.

3. Dab a paper towel into the mixture and apply it to the rust on the sword.

4. Leave the mixture on the rust for three hours, suggests the Earth Easy website.

5. Dampen a paper towel and wipe the mixture off the sword completely.

6. Dry the sword with paper towels.

7. Apply a small amount of mineral oil to the sword with a paper towel. The lubricant acts as a rustproof coating by forming a barrier between the sword and moisture.

References

• Metal Web News: A Primer on Rust
• Earth Easy: Non-Toxic Home Cleaning