How to Remove Rust

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Summary: Rust is tough, but you can get rid of it on most surfaces. To prevent rust from forming you should keep metals dry and minimize their exposure to humidity and water. Here's an overview of your options for treating and preventing rust on most common objects.

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esprit said

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on 5/5/2009 For a non-hazardous rust remover try D-Rust-It concentrate. You don't need safety equipment like dangerous acids. Plus there is no labor involved; just soak the object or recirculate the fluid over it. Check with http://www.rustdepot.com for the concentrate.

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on 6/30/2006 I had the best luck with Lysol toilet bowl cleaner. I used it in my shower and it removed the rust on contact. All I had to do was wipe it off with a wet rag. The stains where there for nearly a year before I found something that worked.

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on 3/29/2006 Rust is a major concern in electrical and RF builds. Pretty much anywhere that two different metals are bolted together with be in danger of rusting. The are a bunch of commercial paste like products for this. One is called No-Ox. You can find it in the electrical isle in a hardware store.

Rust cannot form without oxygen. Rust is an oxide. If you make it air tight, it will not rust. Try a small amount of petroleum jelly where possible. It's a quick fix for small rust marks on cars where future water could get in. Also, to prevent scratches from becoming rusty. Don't forget a quick streak of similar color magic marker for a quick cover-up (dealer trick).

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on 11/22/2005 Put rusted metal in lemon juice and let it sit overnight. Or you can use other citric acids or acetic acids.

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on 11/22/2005 Soak the metal in Coca-ola over night and all the rust will be dissolved.

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