Comments on: How to Remove Rust From Carpet

on 3/25/2008 I've used a product called Magica that I bought at The Rust Store (www.theruststore.com) and it worked like a charm on the rust stains on my carpeting. I had a metal table that left four stains (one from each leg) on my beige carpeting. I put a few drops of Magica on and the stains were gone.

on 3/25/2008 I've used a product called Magica that I bought at The Rust Store (www.theruststore.com) and it worked like a charm on the rust stains on my carpeting. I had a metal table that left four large rust stains (one from each leg) on my beige carpeting. I put a few drops of Magica on and the stains were gone.

on 3/25/2008 I've used a product called Magica that I bought at The Rust Store (www.theruststore.com) and it worked like a charm on the rust stains on my carpeting. I had a metal table that left four stains (one from each leg) on my beige carpeting. I put a few drops of Magica on and the stains were gone.

on 3/1/2008 I had left a metal toolbox on the carpet. It rusted enough to leave chucks of rust in the carpet as well as rust stains. The lemon juice did not work; it just allowed the rust to stain more of the carpet. Used T-rust about four weeks afterward with good success, but not perfect results. I still have a slight discoloration from the rust in the carpet. Repeated use of T-Rust still has not removed all of the rust stain.

on 11/3/2007 Try Folex Carpet Cleaner and a rag! That is all you will need! Floex is absolutely amazing!

on 8/8/2006 I tried the lemon juice with no evident improvement. The liquid dish soap and a Scrubby removed all of the rust with about 10 minutes of vigorous scrubbing. I really appreciate having access to this website.

on 6/30/2006 I tried the lemon juice with no evident improvement. The liquid dish soap and a scrubby removed all of the rust with about 10 minutes of vigorous scrubbing. I really appreciate having access to this website.

on 11/22/2005 Our rust came from not putting our fridge freezer up on `feet', so condensation had nowhere to go.We had quite good success with the lemon juice as we were able to scrub the juice in with a toothbrush as it is a utility type carpet. Washing with soapy water after also helped.make sure you allow to dry well before replacing furnitue or whatever!

on 11/22/2005 Whink Rust Remover, found at Ace Hardware, worked awesome! A little goes a long way and it took the stain out completely - and without scrubbing! Follow the directions on the bottle - it's easy!

on 11/22/2005 I tried the lemon juice, the dishwashing soap, and the cream of tartar (per the above), without much result. The lemon juice didn't do much, the soap removed about half, the tartar turned it orange (and left a lot of residue that had to be removed with further washing). I called my local carpet cleaning company. For $5.00, they sold me 8 ounces of what they use. It is called "Rust Buster." I've also heard that "T-Rust" works well. Just make sure you get good instructions. I might mention that my rust came from the bottom of a filing cabinet that had been in the same place for 2 years. Cool basement air below the floor caused condensation of natural humidity in the carpet, creating the rust. Paint (or protect) any steel before placing the item on carpet.

How to use the Rust Buster. This did an excellent job for me. This is not for wool carpet. It is OK on synthetic fibers:

Clean:

1. Apply Rust Buster liquid to the rust area sparingly with a tooth brush or Q-Tip, using mild (surface) agitation if necessary.
2. Allow to stand for 1 or 2 minutes. You will see the rust color disappear.

3. Blot off, rinse with water, blot off using clean dry paper towel. Repeat rinse and blot one more time.

Neutralize and Rinse:

4. Using another tooth brush, apply houshold ammonia. Let stand a full minute.

5. Using a sponge, blot off, rinse with water, and blot off again. Do this 2 times, wringing the sponge out each time.

6. Again, rinse with water and blot dry with fresh clean paper towels. Repeat.

Dry:

7. Rib vigorously with a white terry towel for additional surface drying (also lifts nap).

8. Vacuum the area thoroughly to pull out as much deep moisture as possible. Be sure the area is as dry as possible first, to protect your vacumn.

9. Direct a fan over the area for 24 hours before placing any furniture back on the cleaned area.

on 11/22/2005 Use Cream of Tartar - you'll find it in the herbs and spices section of the grocery store. Mix a small amount with water to form a paste and apply to any surface. Let sit, then wipe clean.

on 11/22/2005 I used this advice on linoleum. It worked and it's not toxic.