How to Remove Rust From Pots and Pans With a Potato

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You don't need abrasive or dangerous products to clean up those rusty pots and pans. Just get out a potato!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Get one medium-sized potato.
Step2
Cut the potato lengthwise for maximum coverage of the rusted area.
Step3
Dip the exposed portion of the potato into a mild abrasive such as baking soda, toothpaste or salt.
Step4
Lightly wet the rusted area.
Step5
Firmly rub the potato over the rusted area until the rust is removed.
Step6
Rinse.
Step7
Repeat steps if necessary.

Tips & Warnings

  • For hard to reach places such as around a handle, cut the potato into long strips.
  • Do not use scouring powder - it is too abrasive.
  • Do not use gel toothpaste.

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on 12/12/2006 Heyy how come u haven't sent me an E-Mail yet? Please E-Mail me at
6:00 tonight. Thanks alot
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on 12/12/2006 This experiment is pretty cool but, not exactly what I want to do. I still think that this page is cool how did you make it? Send me your answer at Mathjets95@aim.com

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on 2/2/2006 Less potato is wasted if you peel a strip of skin off of one side instead of cutting it in half. Also, since salt is so difficult to responsibly dispose one could possibly use sugar instead. For tougher jobs, sand works great.

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