How to remove rust from wrought Iron?

How to remove rust from wrought Iron?

When water finds its way to the surface of a metal tool and sits there for days on end, the result is that an oxidation process can take place and leave your tool rusty. But this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the end of the road for that item; it will take elbow grease, but you’ll be glad to know that pesky rust can be removed from a metal surface

A few of these methods for removing rust might sound far-fetched, but never fear, dear readers—we’ve tested and approved each one before passing it on to you.

Baking soda

Method: Rinse the metal item and shake dry. Dust with baking soda (it will stick to the damp areas), making sure to cover all rusty areas. Leave the item for an hour or so, then scour with steel wool or a metal brush, removing the rust down to the metal. (If cleaning a pan, use a scouring pad.) Rinse, and towel dry.

Vinegar bath

Method: Submerge your item in white vinegar and let sit overnight. Remove your item and scrape with a metal brush or steel wool. If your item can’t be submerged, soak rags in white vinegar and wrap the rusted area.

Potato and dish soap

Method: Sounds crazy, but it works like a charm! Cut your potato in half and cover the open end with dish soap. Use the potato like you would a scouring pad and watch the rust fade away as it reacts with the soap and potato.

Citric acid

Method: You might not have this laying around the house, but it can be easily found at most health food stores. Add a few inches of hot water to a bowl and sprinkle in 2-3 tablespoons of the citric acid. Submerge your item and let sit overnight, remove in the morning, scrub off lingering rust flecks with a brush, rinse, and pat dry.

Lemon and salt

Method: Generously coat the rusted area in a layer of salt, cut a lemon (or lime) in half, and squeeze the juice over the salt. Let the mixture sit, then scrub away the rust with the rind. If rust remains, repeat the procedure and let the salt and juice sit for another hour or two, until rust disappears completely. Rinse, then pat dry.