Have you heard of using wood ashes? Seriously :o) The combination of
the mild abrasive and potash in the ash make it a good rust remover
(it's also great for dirty pots too). You need dry ashes, though. Rain
will wash the potash away.
Bruce
On 12/30/2010 8:29 AM, Tom DeBates wrote:
hello Wrenches,
I recently purchased some used modules. Unfortunately, they were
mounted near a railroad track and many have a film of rust on the
front surface. I have tried a few products; Dawn, Simple Green,
vinegar (5% acidity), and Krud Kutter to safely remove the rust. So
far the vinegar seems to be best when considering cost, disposal ,etc.
But it still takes a good amount of time and "elbow grease". Today I
will try CLR. Has anyone else run into a similar situation? If so,
what products and/or methods did you use to remove rust stains?
Awhile back I had to remove some urethane caulk from the face of
module and had to resort to a solvent-based chemical (acetone....yes,
acetone) with disastrous results.....
thanks,
tom
Tom DeBates
Habi-Tek
524 Summit St.
Geneva,IL. 60134
630-262-8193
fax 630-262-1343
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