No corrosion! We'll show you how to remove rust from a metal surface.

Rusty marks on metal appear due to the reaction of iron with oxygen when the metal product is in a humid environment. Cleaning metal surfaces from rust is a rather labor-intensive process, especially if a large area of ​​the product has been corroded. You can remove rusty scale from an iron part using specially designed compounds or improvised means.

Homemade rust removers

Rusty-brown stains on an iron surface not only make the product unsightly in appearance, but also have a destructive effect, tending to turn durable shiny metal into flakes. As soon as you leave baking sheets, frying pans, and cutlery wet, they immediately fall under the gun of the “red enemy.” Experienced housewives know what available substances can cope with this serious problem. Here are some of them.

• Vinegar

The product affected by corrosion is placed in a container with 9% vinegar and left for 10–15 hours, after which the remaining dirt is removed with a stiff brush, washed with running water and wiped dry.

If the product is too bulky and it is impossible to soak it entirely, vinegar is applied with a brush or sprayed.

• Soda

Pour a handful of baking soda into a bowl and dilute with water until a thick paste is obtained.Using a sponge or brush, coat the rusted part with the prepared product and leave for half an hour, after which it is thoroughly cleaned with an iron wool or brush, washed with water and wiped dry.

• Salt and potatoes

To remove fresh rust stains, many people use salt and a potato tuber cut in half. Potatoes contain oxalic acid, which will corrode plaque, and salt acts as an abrasive.

The cleaning process is incredibly simple. Sprinkle the potato cut with salt and rub a metal object, such as a knife or baking tray, until the rust marks disappear.

• Kerosene

The most famous substance that allows you to quickly remove rusty stains. The damaged surface of the part is cleaned with a metal brush, wrapped in a rag soaked in kerosene and left for 2-3 hours.

• Fish fat

If fish oil is available on the farm, it can be used to solve rust problems. Thanks to this product, the surface will not only get rid of corrosion, but will also gain protection in the form of a thin fatty film remaining after applying grease. The cleaning method is similar to those described above: coat the affected area with fish oil, leave for 2-3 hours, after which the remaining rust is removed.

Inquisitive housewives have discovered a lot of substances that can remove rust stains and restore the appearance of a metal product. It turns out that tomato ketchup, Coca-Cola, and even some medications, such as Alka-Seltzer or aspirin, do an excellent job of this. The main thing is to thoroughly dry the surface after cleaning and wipe iron objects dry each time after use and store them in a dry place.

Industrial rust removers

Those who are not accustomed to trusting improvised home remedies and doubt their effectiveness should pay attention to specially developed industrial solvents and rust converters, which are presented in huge quantities on the shelves of construction supermarkets and auto stores. Such preparations operate on the same principle: the composition enters into a chemical reaction with rust, transforming it into a dense black or dark blue coating, which can then be painted. In addition, the converters neutralize substances that stimulate corrosion processes.

All compounds used to combat rust contain salts and acids and are hazardous to health. When working with such preparations, you should wear gloves, a gauze bandage and safety glasses.

The most popular rust converters are described below, as well as their main advantages and disadvantages.

"Tsinkar"

A highly effective domestic product against rust stains, it is especially good for cleaning steel surfaces. Released for the first time a quarter of a century ago, “Tsinkar” still enjoys the appreciation of customers. The product quickly prevents corrosion processes of any complexity. The main active ingredients are orthophosphoric acid, zinc and manganese salts. The function of the converter is to remove the old rusted layer of metal and create a film that protects against moisture.

Rust Treatment No-Rust

Anti-corrosion aerosols are produced by the American company Hi-Gear.Using this composition, you can easily deal with rust on any surface, including heating and water pipes. A thin film forms on the surface of the metal, completely stopping destructive processes.

LAVR LN1435

This inexpensive rust converter will easily deal with brown spots and streaks even with severe damage to a large area of ​​iron product. LN1435 will help unscrew stuck bolts and nuts. The formula of the product does not contain aggressive acids, so the structure of the metal will remain unchanged.

Dinitrol RC-800

A rust converter that will allow you to remove corrosion in a small area, for example, a chipped paint or around a stuck bolt. The formula of the substance does not contain inorganic solvents, so the product is not dangerous to human health.

Before buying an anti-rust product, you need to familiarize yourself with its composition and instructions, in which the manufacturer usually indicates for which surfaces the converter or cleaner is intended and in what sequence the work should be carried out.

So, to remove rust from a surface, there are two ways: simply dissolve and clean off traces of corrosion, or chemically transform the rusty coating into a protective layer. Of course, the second option is more effective. But if red spots appear on dishes or cutlery, it is better to use safe folk remedies.